New Delhi: Banks in several states and Union Territories (UTs) across India will observe a mid-week holiday on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, to mark Guru Nanak Jayanti, Kartik Purnima, and Rahas Purnima. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar, there are a total of 11 bank holidays in November 2025, including regional and weekend breaks.
As per RBI guidelines, banks remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month and on all Sundays. However, customers should note that holiday dates vary across states, depending on regional festivals and observances.
Bank Holiday on November 5: Full List of States
Banks will remain closed on November 5 (Wednesday) in the following states and Union Territories due to Guru Nanak Jayanti, Kartik Purnima, and Rahas Purnima:
- Maharashtra
- Madhya Pradesh
- Odisha
- Assam
- Tripura
- Punjab
- Uttarakhand
- Telangana
- West Bengal
- Uttar Pradesh
- Jharkhand
- Chhattisgarh
- Delhi
- Chandigarh
The Guru Nanak Jayanti holiday will be observed across northern and eastern states, while Kartik Purnima and Rahas Purnima will be celebrated in several parts of eastern India.
Festivals on November 5: Guru Nanak Jayanti and Kartik Purnima
Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Gurpurab, commemorates the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the first Sikh Guru and founder of Sikhism. The festival is celebrated with great devotion, particularly in Punjab, Delhi, and Chandigarh, where devotees visit gurdwaras, participate in kirtans, and offer prayers.
On the same day, Kartik Purnima, the full moon day of the Hindu month of Kartik, is celebrated across several states. The day is considered highly auspicious in Hinduism and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Many devotees take holy dips in rivers and perform rituals to mark the occasion.
Online Banking Services to Remain Unaffected
Despite the physical bank closures on November 5, all digital banking channels will remain fully operational. Customers can continue to access services such as:
- ATM withdrawals and deposits
- UPI transactions
- Internet banking
- Mobile banking
Hence, customers are advised to plan their in-person banking activities in advance while utilizing online channels for urgent transactions.
Upcoming Bank Holidays in November 2025
According to the RBI’s official list, banks will remain closed on the following additional dates in November 2025 across various states and Union Territories:
- November 1 (Saturday): Kannada Rajyotsava (Karnataka) and Igas-Bagwal (Sikkim)
- November 5 (Wednesday): Guru Nanak Jayanti / Kartik Purnima / Rahas Purnima (Multiple States)
- November 6 (Thursday): Bihar (First phase of Assembly Elections), Meghalaya (Nongkrem Dance Festival)
- November 7 (Friday): Meghalaya (Wangala Festival)
- November 8 (Saturday): Kanakadasa Jayanthi (Karnataka) + Second Saturday (All States)
- November 9 (Sunday): Weekly Holiday
- November 16 (Sunday): Weekly Holiday
- November 22 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday (All States)
- November 23 (Sunday): Weekly Holiday
- November 30 (Sunday): Weekly Holiday
Advisory for Customers
Before visiting a branch, check your local bank’s regional holiday schedule to avoid inconvenience. Regional variations often mean that banks in one state may remain open while others observe a public holiday.
For time-sensitive financial transactions such as loan repayments, cheque clearances, or fund transfers requiring branch authorization, customers should plan accordingly