March 2026 is bringing a long list of holidays for bank employees and customers. According to the holiday calendar released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and various state governments, banks across different states could remain closed for up to 18 days this month. This includes regular weekends and major festivals like Holi, Ram Navami, and Eid. People planning to visit bank branches for important financial work are advised to check the holiday dates to avoid any inconvenience.
Complete List of Bank Holidays in March 2026
The holidays in March are a mix of national festivals, state-specific occasions, and mandatory weekly offs. While digital services like UPI, Mobile Banking, and ATMs will work 24/7, physical branches will remain shut on these specific dates. The actual number of holidays may vary from state to state depending on local festivals like Gudi Padwa or Shab-e-Qadr.
| Dates | Occasion |
|---|---|
| March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 | Sundays |
| March 14, 28 | 2nd and 4th Saturdays |
| March 3-4 | Holi / Dhulivandan |
| March 17 | Shab-e-Qadr |
| March 19 | Gudi Padwa / Telugu New Year |
| March 20-21 | Ramzan Eid (Eid-ul-Fitr) |
| March 26-27 | Ram Navami |
| March 31 | Mahavir Jayanti |
Will banks remain open on March 31?
March 31 marks the end of the financial year 2025-26. Although the calendar marks this date as a holiday for Mahavir Jayanti, the RBI has issued specific instructions for Agency Banks. These are banks that handle government receipts and payments. To ensure all government transactions for the fiscal year are settled, Agency Banks will remain open on March 31. However, for general public banking, branches might remain closed in many regions, so it is better to complete your work well in advance. Experts suggest finishing loan paperwork and check clearing in the first half of the month to avoid the rush during long weekends.
