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Whether you are coordinating business in Itanagar or exploring the scenic valleys of Tawang, staying updated on the Arunachal Pradesh bank holiday list for 2026 is vital. As of April 2026, several major regional and national closures are approaching that could impact your financial timelines.
The banking schedule in Arunachal Pradesh is a distinct blend of tribal heritage and national pride. Upcoming highlights for the year include Bohag Bihu (April 15), the dual celebrations of Maha Navami and Vijaya Dashami in October, and the culturally significant Indigenous Faith Day (December 1). With many of these dates falling mid-week, residents have several opportunities to plan around short banking weeks.
Key Banking Insights for 2026:
- Regional Exclusives: Look out for state-specific closures like Indigenous Faith Day in December, which are unique to Arunachal Pradesh.
- 24/7 Access: Despite physical branch closures on 2nd/4th Saturdays and gazetted holidays, ATMs and mobile banking (UPI/IMPS) remain fully functional across the state.
Upcoming Bank Holidays in Arunachal Pradesh:
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List of Bank Holidays in Arunachal Pradesh for 2026:
Here is the complete list of bank holidays in Arunachal Pradesh for 2026, with dates and weekdays so you can check at a glance.
| Date | Weekday | Occasion |
|---|---|---|
| 01 January 2026 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| 10 January 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 14 January 2026 | Wednesday | Makara Sankranti |
| 24 January 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 26 January 2026 | Monday | Republic Day |
| 14 February 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 20 February 2026 | Friday | State Day |
| 28 February 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 03 March 2026 | Tuesday | Holi |
| 14 March 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 21 March 2026 | Saturday | Idul Fitr |
| 28 March 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 03 April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 11 April 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 15 April 2026 | Wednesday | Bohag Bihu |
| 25 April 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 01 May 2026 | Friday | Buddha Purnima |
| 09 May 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 23 May 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 13 June 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 27 June 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 11 July 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 25 July 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 08 August 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 15 August 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| 22 August 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 12 September 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 26 September 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 02 October 2026 | Friday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 10 October 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 20 October 2026 | Tuesday | Maha Navami |
| 21 October 2026 | Wednesday | Vijaya Dashami |
| 24 October 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 08 November 2026 | Sunday | Diwali |
| 14 November 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 24 November 2026 | Tuesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 28 November 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 01 December 2026 | Tuesday | Indigenous Faith Day |
| 12 December 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 25 December 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |
| 26 December 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
Frequently Asked Questions: Arunachal Pradesh Bank Holidays 2026
The next major opportunity is in October 2026. With Maha Navami (Oct 20) and Vijaya Dashami (Oct 21) falling on Tuesday and Wednesday, taking a Monday off after the 3rd Sunday creates a significant break.
Yes. Banks across Arunachal Pradesh will be closed on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, to celebrate Bohag Bihu, marking the beginning of the Assamese New Year.
Yes, December 1, 2026 (Tuesday) is a gazetted bank holiday in Arunachal Pradesh for Indigenous Faith Day, honoring the local traditional beliefs of the state's tribes.
In 2026, August 15 falls on a Saturday. Since it is a National Holiday, all banks will be closed. As it is the 3rd Saturday (usually a working day), this effectively creates an additional closure day for the month.
Yes, the RBI mandate for 2nd and 4th Saturday closures applies to all public, private, and regional rural banks (RRBs) operating within the state of Arunachal Pradesh.