Whether you are planning a trip to the tea gardens of Upper Assam or simply need to manage your financial errands at the local branch, knowing the Assam bank holiday schedule for 2026 is essential.
The banking calendar in Assam is unique, blending national observances like Republic Day (Jan 26) and Gandhi Jayanti (Oct 2) with the vibrant local culture of the "Land of the Red River." In 2026, major festivals such as Bohag Bihu (starting April 14) and Magh Bihu (Jan 14) fall mid-week, creating several opportunities for strategic leave-taking and extended breaks.
Key Highlights for 2026:
- Total Gazetted Holidays: 22+ (including regional festivals).
- Long Weekend Alerts: April and October offer the most consecutive days off.
- Digital Banking: While physical branches remain closed on 2nd and 4th Saturdays, UPI, IMPS, and ATM services will operate 24/7.
Upcoming Bank Holidays in Assam:
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List of Bank Holidays in Assam for 2026:
Here is the complete list of bank holidays in Assam 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 | Pongal |
| 24 January 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 26 January 2026 | Monday | Republic Day |
| 14 February 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 15 February 2026 | Sunday | Maha Shivaratri |
| 28 February 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 03 March 2026 | Tuesday | Holi |
| 14 March 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 20 March 2026 | Friday | Ugadi |
| 21 March 2026 | Saturday | Idul Fitr |
| 22 March 2026 | Sunday | Idul Fitr Holiday |
| 27 March 2026 | Friday | Ram Navami |
| 28 March 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 03 April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 05 April 2026 | Sunday | Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti |
| 11 April 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 14 April 2026 | Tuesday | Dr Ambedkar Jayanti |
| 25 April 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 01 May 2026 | Friday | May Day |
| 09 May 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 23 May 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 27 May 2026 | Wednesday | Bakrid / Eid al Adha |
| 13 June 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 26 June 2026 | Friday | Muharram |
| 27 June 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 11 July 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 25 July 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 08 August 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 10 August 2026 | Monday | Bonalu |
| 15 August 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| 22 August 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 25 August 2026 | Tuesday | Eid e Milad |
| 04 September 2026 | Friday | Janmashtami |
| 12 September 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 15 September 2026 | Tuesday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 26 September 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 02 October 2026 | Friday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 10 October 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 11 October 2026 | Sunday | First Day of Bathukamma |
| 19 October 2026 | Monday | Maha Ashtami |
| 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 |
| 12 December 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 25 December 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |
| 26 December 2026 | Saturday | Christmas Holiday |
Frequently Asked Questions: Assam Bank Holidays 2026
No. In accordance with RBI guidelines, banks in Assam are closed only on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month. The first, third, and fifth (if applicable) Saturdays remain full working days.
The primary regional holidays include Magh Bihu (January 14), Bohag Bihu (April 14-16), and Durga Puja (October 19-21). Banks are also closed for Tithi of Srimanta Sankardev and Karam Puja.
Yes. While physical branches are closed, digital services like IMPS, NEFT, RTGS, UPI, and ATM withdrawals are available 24/7 throughout the year, including on national holidays.
Yes, April 1, 2026, is a bank holiday across Assam and India due to the "Annual Closing of Accounts." While it is not a public holiday for everyone, banking institutions remain closed for public transactions.
October 2026 features the highest number of holidays due to the Durga Puja festival and Gandhi Jayanti, followed closely by April with the Rongali Bihu celebrations.