Bank Holidays October 2024: From Gandhi Jayanti to Diwali, banks Will be closed for 15 days – Check the full list here

In October 2024, banks across various states in India will be closed for a total of 15 days. This is due to multiple state-specific festivals and regular holidays. Banks across the country will be shut on October 2nd for Gandhi Jayanti. In addition to this, banks will remain closed on all Sundays, and on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. Below is the complete list of bank holidays in October 2024.

Bank Holidays in October 2024: A Full Breakdown

Nationwide and General Holidays

The month begins with the nationwide holiday for Gandhi Jayanti on October 2, 2024. Banks across all states will be closed on this day. Additionally, banks will also be shut in some states for elections and cultural holidays specific to each region.

State-Specific Holidays

Several bank holidays in October 2024 are related to regional festivals and celebrations, including Durga Puja, Dussehra, and Diwali. Many states have their own specific holidays, meaning banks in those areas will remain closed.

Complete List of October Bank Holidays 2024

1. October 1 (Tuesday): General Elections to the State Legislative Assembly 2024 – Banks closed in Jammu.
2. October 2 (Wednesday): Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti/Mahalaya Amavasye – Banks closed nationwide.
3. October 3 (Thursday): Navratra Sthapna – Banks closed in Rajasthan.
4. October 6 (Sunday): Weekend - Banks will closed across the country
5. October 10 (Thursday): Durga Puja/Dussehra (Maha Saptami) – Banks closed in Tripura, Assam, Nagaland, and West Bengal.
6. October 11 (Friday): Dusshera (Mahashtami/Mahanavami)/Ayudha Pooja – Banks closed in multiple states like Tripura, Karnataka, and Odisha.
7. October 12 (Second Saturday): Dasara/Dussehra (Mahanavami/Vijayadashmi) – Banks closed in states such as Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.
8. October 13 (Sunday): Weekend - Banks closed across the country
9. October 14 (Monday): Durga Puja (Dasain) – Banks closed in Sikkim.
10. October 16 (Wednesday): Lakshmi Puja – Banks closed in Tripura and West Bengal.
11. October 17 (Thursday): Maharshi Valmiki Jayanti/Kati Bihu – Banks closed in Karnataka, Assam, and Himachal Pradesh.
12. October 20 (Sunday): Weekend - Banks remain shut all over India
13. October 26 (Fourth Saturday): Accession Day – Banks closed in Jammu & Kashmir.
14. October 27 (Sunday): Weekend - Banks will be shut in India
15. October 31 (Thursday): Diwali (Deepavali)/Kali Puja/Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's Birthday/Naraka Chaturdashi – Banks closed in Gujarat, Karnataka, Odisha, and more.

Prepare for the October Bank Holidays 2024

With 15 days of bank holidays in October 2024, it’s important to plan your banking activities. These holidays include a mix of national, state-specific, and weekend closures. Some banks may be open in one state while closed in others, depending on local festivals. To avoid any inconvenience, it's advisable to check the specific dates of bank holidays and complete important banking tasks beforehand.