Navigating the banking landscape in "God's Own Country" requires a keen eye on the local calendar. As we progress through 2026, staying updated on the Kerala bank holiday schedule for the second half of the year is vital for both residents and the state's thriving tourism sector.
The latter part of 2026 is dominated by the grand Onam season in August, which sees several consecutive days of closures, and the revered observances of Sree Narayana Guru Jayanthi and Samadhi Day in September. Notable 2026 dates include Thiruvonam on August 26 and Vijayadasami on October 21. With Gandhi Jayanti (Oct 2) and Christmas Day (Dec 25) both falling on Fridays, banking customers can look forward to multiple 3-day long weekends.
Key Banking Observations for 2026:
- The Onam Cluster: August 25 to 28 marks a period of major branch closures. Plan your high-value transactions well in advance of these dates.
- Weekend Advantage: October and December feature long weekends that provide a perfect opportunity for travel or administrative planning.
- Digital Continuity: While physical branches of Federal Bank, South Indian Bank, and others will close, online banking and Kerala's vast ATM network remain 24/7 active.
Upcoming Bank Holidays in Kerala:
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List of Bank Holidays in Kerala for 2026:
Here is the complete list of bank holidays in Kerala for 2026, with dates and weekdays so you can check at a glance.
| Date | Weekday | Occasion |
|---|---|---|
| 02 January 2026 | Friday | Mannam Jayanti |
| 10 January 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 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 |
| 14 March 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 21 March 2026 | Saturday | Idul Fitr |
| 28 March 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 02 April 2026 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday |
| 03 April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 05 April 2026 | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
| 11 April 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 14 April 2026 | Tuesday | Vishu |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 25 August 2026 | Tuesday | Eid e Milad |
| 27 August 2026 | Thursday | Thiruvonam |
| 12 September 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 21 September 2026 | Monday | Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi |
| 26 September 2026 | Saturday | Sree Narayana Guru Jayanti |
| 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 |
| 28 November 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 12 December 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 25 December 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |
| 26 December 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
Frequently Asked Questions: Kerala Bank Holidays 2026
In 2026, banks in Kerala will observe holidays for First Onam (Aug 25), Thiruvonam (Aug 26), and Sree Narayana Guru Jayanthi (Aug 28). Since Aug 27 (Third Onam) is a Thursday, some regional branches may also have restricted hours.
Yes. Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi Day is a gazetted bank holiday in Kerala and will be observed on Monday, September 21, 2026, creating a 3-day weekend.
Yes. In 2026, Mahanavami falls on Tuesday, October 20, and Vijayadasami falls on Wednesday, October 21. Banks across the state will be closed on both days.
Deepavali in 2026 falls on Sunday, November 8. While banks are already closed on Sundays, Kerala typically observes the holiday on the festival day itself rather than providing a compensatory weekday off.
No. In 2026, December 26 is the 4th Saturday of the month. Combined with Christmas Day (Friday) and Sunday, this results in a full 3-day closure for all bank branches.