Eid-ul-Adha 2025 holiday: Will banks, stock market, schools and offices be closed on Bakrid?

Eid-ul-Adha 2025 holiday: Eid-ul-Adha, also known as Bakrid, is one of the most important Islamic festivals celebrated by Muslims around the world. This holy festival, also called Eid-ul-Zuha, Bakra Eid or the Festival of Sacrifice, falls on the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah ¨C the last month in the Islamic lunar calendar. The date of Eid-ul-Adha depends on the sighting of the crescent moon, which marks the start of Dhul Hijjah.

The festival honours the deep faith of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) who was ready to sacrifice his son on God¡¯s command. Just as he was about to do so, God intervened and sent a lamb to be sacrificed instead. This act symbolises obedience, sacrifice, and submission to God¡¯s will. Muslims commemorate this event by offering prayers, sacrificing animals, and distributing meat to the poor.

Is Eid-ul-Adha 2025 a Bank Holiday?

Yes, Eid-ul-Adha 2025 will be a bank holiday in many parts of India. On Friday, 6 June 2025, banks will remain closed in Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi for Bakrid.

On the following day, Saturday, 7 June 2025, most banks across India will observe a holiday for Eid al-Zuha, except in Ahmedabad, Gangtok, Itanagar, Kochi, and Thiruvananthapuram. These cities will keep their banks open as it falls on the first Saturday of the month, which is usually a working day for banks.

If you're planning to visit a bank around Eid-ul-Adha 2025, make sure to check your local holiday list in advance.

Will the Indian Stock Market Be Closed on Bakrid 2025?

Despite Eid-ul-Adha being a national holiday in many areas, the Indian stock market will remain open on both Friday, 6 June 2025, but not on Saturday, 7 June 2025 due to a weekly off. According to the holiday calendar of NSE and BSE, there will be no trading holiday for Bakrid in 2025 if it falls on Friday.

So, if you're an investor or trader, you can continue your usual market activities during this period.

Are Government Offices Closed for Eid-ul-Adha 2025?

Most government offices across India will observe a holiday on Saturday, 7 June 2025, as Eid-ul-Adha is listed as a gazetted holiday.

However, for offices in Delhi, any change in the holiday date based on the moon sighting will be confirmed and announced by the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, in coordination with the Government of NCT of Delhi.

For offices in other states and union territories, holiday changes can be decided by the Central Government Employees Welfare Coordination Committees, depending on the decisions of local governments.

Will Schools and Colleges Be Closed on Eid-ul-Adha 2025?

Yes, schools, colleges, and most educational institutions are expected to be closed on Saturday, 7 June 2025, in observance of Bakrid. As with other Islamic festivals, the final confirmation of the holiday date may depend on the moon sighting, so schools might issue updates a day or two before the festival.

Parents and students should keep an eye out for announcements from their respective schools or local education departments.

Eid-ul-Adha 2025 will be widely celebrated across India with great devotion. While most banks, schools, government offices, and colleges are expected to be closed on 7 June 2025, the stock market will remain open. The festival brings with it a public holiday in many regions, and as always, the final date depends on the sighting of the crescent moon.

So, whether you're observing the festival or planning your bank or office visits, it's best to stay informed about your local holiday calendar.

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