As the desert landscape of Rajasthan transitions from the heat into the festive monsoon and autumn seasons, staying updated on the Rajasthan bank holiday schedule for 2026 is crucial. Whether you are managing trade in the bustling markets of Jaipur or planning a getaway to the lakes of Udaipur, banking operations in the state are deeply influenced by regional heritage and national milestones.
The latter part of the year is characterized by several state-specific holidays. Key highlights include Janmashtami (Sept 4) and the significant regional observance of Ramdev Jayanti and Teja Dashami (Sept 21). The year-end festivities are particularly dense, featuring Govardhan Puja (Nov 9) following Diwali, and Guru Nanak Jayanti (Nov 24). With Gandhi Jayanti (Oct 2) and Christmas Day (Dec 25) both falling on Fridays, residents can expect multiple 3-day long weekends.
Key Banking Observations for 2026:
- The Long Weekend Advantage: October and December feature perfect 3-day windows for administrative planning due to national holidays falling on Fridays.
- State-Specific Closures: Rajasthan observes unique holidays like Ramdev Jayanti and the day following Deepawali (Govardhan Puja) that are exclusive to the region.
- Digital Reliability: While physical branches follow the 2nd and 4th Saturday rule, UPI, mobile banking, and ATMs across the state remain operational 24/7.
Upcoming Bank Holidays in Rajasthan:
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List of Bank Holidays in Rajasthan for 2026:
Here is the complete list of bank holidays in Rajasthan 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 |
| 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 |
| 21 March 2026 | Saturday | Idul Fitr |
| 27 March 2026 | Friday | Ram Navami |
| 28 March 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 31 March 2026 | Tuesday | Mahavir Jayanti |
| 03 April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 11 April 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 14 April 2026 | Tuesday | Dr Ambedkar Jayanti |
| 19 April 2026 | Sunday | Maharshi Parasuram Jayanti |
| 25 April 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 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 |
| 17 June 2026 | Wednesday | Maharana Pratap Jayanti |
| 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 |
| 15 August 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| 22 August 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 25 August 2026 | Tuesday | Eid e Milad |
| 28 August 2026 | Friday | Raksha Bandhan |
| 04 September 2026 | Friday | Janmashtami |
| 12 September 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 21 September 2026 | Monday | Teja Dashmi |
| 26 September 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 02 October 2026 | Friday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 10 October 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 11 October 2026 | Sunday | Ghatasthapana |
| 19 October 2026 | Monday | Maha Ashtami |
| 21 October 2026 | Wednesday | Vijaya Dashami |
| 24 October 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 08 November 2026 | Sunday | Diwali |
| 09 November 2026 | Monday | Deepavali Holiday |
| 11 November 2026 | Wednesday | Bhai Dooj |
| 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 | Fourth Saturday |
Frequently Asked Questions: Rajasthan Bank Holidays 2026
Yes. Krishna Janmashtami is a gazetted bank holiday in Rajasthan and will be observed on Friday, September 4, 2026, creating a 3-day long weekend.
Banks across Rajasthan will remain closed on Monday, September 21, 2026, for the combined observance of Ramdev Jayanti, Teja Dashami, and Khejadi Shahid Diwas.
In 2026, Deepawali falls on Sunday, November 8. While banks follow the standard Sunday closure, branches will also remain closed on Monday, November 9, for Govardhan Puja.
Vijaya Dashami (Dussehra) will be observed as a bank holiday across the state on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
There are at least four prominent 3-day weekends: Janmashtami (Sept 4-6), Gandhi Jayanti (Oct 2-4), Ramdev Jayanti (Sept 19-21), and Christmas (Dec 25-27, as Dec 26 is a 4th Saturday).