Bank Holidays in May 2026 — Complete State-wise List

Yes. 1 May 2026 (Friday) is a bank holiday in most Indian states u2014 as either Buddha Purnima, May Day (International Labour Day), or both. Combined with Saturday 2 May and Sunday 3 May, it forms a 3-day long weekend. A few states that observe neither Buddha Purnima nor May Day may remain open.

Bakri Eid (Eid-ul-Adha) falls on Wednesday, 27 May 2026 in most Indian states, and Thursday, 28 May 2026 in Bihar, Goa, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Puducherry. The exact date depends on moon sighting and may vary by one day.

Most states have 2 to 3 bank holidays in May 2026: Buddha Purnima / May Day (1 May), and Bakri Eid (27 or 28 May). A few states add one regional holiday. In addition, all Sundays and 2nd and 4th Saturdays are bank holidays per RBI guidelines.