Bank Holidays in August 2026 — Complete State-wise List
August 2026 has one of India’s three national bank holidays: Independence Day on Saturday, 15 August 2026. While falling on a Saturday, it remains a gazetted holiday. Two other significant observances are Milad-Un-Nabi (Eid-e-Milad) on Wednesday, 26 August observed in most states, and Rakshabandhan on Friday, 28 August — which creates a 3-day long weekend in Gujarat, HP, MP, UP, Rajasthan, and Uttarakhand.
Bank Holidays in August 2026 — Overview
Independence Day (15 August) falls on a Saturday in 2026, so banks are closed due to both the national holiday and the weekend. There is no extra working day gained. The more impactful holidays are Milad-Un-Nabi (26 August, Wednesday) — affecting banks in 20+ states mid-week — and Rakshabandhan (28 August, Friday), which creates a long weekend for 6 states.
Onam, Kerala’s major harvest festival, has its first day on 25 August (Thiruvonam / First Onam) and main Onam on 26 August. Banks in Kerala remain closed on both days.
Key Bank Holidays in August 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | States Observing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day | All 37 states (national holiday) |
| 25 Aug 2026 | Tuesday | First Onam | Kerala |
| 26 Aug 2026 | Wednesday | Milad-Un-Nabi (Eid-e-Milad) | Most states (20+) |
| 26 Aug 2026 | Wednesday | Onam / Thiruvonam | Kerala, A&N Islands, Lakshadweep |
| 28 Aug 2026 | Friday | Rakshabandhan | Gujarat, HP, MP, Rajasthan, UP, Uttarakhand |
| 28 Aug 2026 | Friday | Shree Narayana Guru Jayanthi | Kerala |
Long Weekends in August 2026
Long Weekend — 28 to 30 August 2026 (with leave)
Friday 28 August (Rakshabandhan) is a bank holiday in Gujarat, HP, MP, Rajasthan, UP, and Uttarakhand. Sunday 30 August is the weekly holiday. However, Saturday 29 August is the 5th Saturday — a working day for banks. Take leave on Saturday 29 August to stitch a 3-day break (Fri 28 + Sat 29 + Sun 30) in these six states.
Independence Day (15 August) — Saturday
Independence Day falls on a Saturday in 2026. Since 2nd and 4th Saturdays are already bank holidays, the holiday effectively overlaps with the weekend. Banks will be closed on 15 August regardless of which Saturday of the month it is.
Milad-Un-Nabi cluster (26-28 August)
Milad-Un-Nabi on Wednesday 26 Aug + Rakshabandhan on Friday 28 Aug means employees in UP, MP, and Rajasthan who take leave on Thursday 27 August get 3 consecutive days off (Wed 26 holiday + Thu 27 leave + Fri 28 holiday). Note: Saturday 29 August is the 5th Saturday — a working day for banks; Sunday 30 August is a weekly holiday.
August 2026 Bank Holidays — State-wise Links
Check your state’s complete August 2026 holiday list with open/closed status:
Kerala | Gujarat | Uttar Pradesh | Madhya Pradesh | Rajasthan | Himachal Pradesh | All States
Frequently Asked Questions — August 2026 Bank Holidays
Is Independence Day 2026 a bank holiday?
Yes. Independence Day on 15 August is one of the three gazetted national bank holidays in India, declared under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. In 2026, Independence Day falls on a Saturday, so banks are closed due to both the national holiday and the weekend. There is no compensatory holiday on an additional weekday.
Is Rakshabandhan a bank holiday in August 2026?
Rakshabandhan (28 August 2026, Friday) is a bank holiday in Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. It is not a national bank holiday and does not apply in most other states. Note: Saturday 29 August is the 5th Saturday — a working day for banks. Take leave on Saturday 29 August to create a 3-day break (Fri 28 holiday + Sat 29 leave + Sun 30 holiday) in these six states.
Is Onam a bank holiday in August 2026?
Yes. Onam is a bank holiday in Kerala on two consecutive days: First Onam on Tuesday 25 August and main Onam (Thiruvonam) on Wednesday 26 August 2026. The Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep also observe Onam on 26 August. Banks in all other states remain open on these dates.