Bank Holidays in December 2024: State-Wise List of 17 Days When Banks Will Remain Closed

Plan your banking activities as India’s banks observe multiple holidays this December.

Banks across India will remain closed for 17 days in December 2024, including weekends, national holidays, and state-specific observances. The holiday list includes five Sundays, two Saturdays, and several regional holidays. To avoid disruptions, customers are encouraged to confirm state-specific holidays with their local bank branch.

Complete List of Bank Holidays in December 2024

Weekly Offs

• Sundays: December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

• Second Saturday: December 14

• Fourth Saturday: December 28

Bank Holidays in India – December 2024

Here is the list of public holidays across different states in India for December 2024:

1. 3 December 2024 (Tuesday): The Feast of St. Francis Xavier will be observed as a holiday in Goa.  

2. 12 December 2024 (Thursday): Pa-Togan Nengminja Sangma Day will be celebrated as a holiday in Meghalaya.  

3. 18 December 2024 (Wednesday): Guru Ghasidas Jayanti will be observed as a holiday in Chandigarh.  

4. 18 December 2024 (Wednesday): The death anniversary of U SoSo Tham will be a holiday in Meghalaya.  

5. 19 December 2024 (Thursday): Goa Liberation Day will be observed as a public holiday in Goa.  

6. 24 December 2024 (Tuesday): Christmas Eve will be a holiday in Mizoram, Meghalaya, and Nagaland.  

7. 24 December 2024 (Tuesday): Guru Teg Bahadur’s Martyrdom Day will be a holiday in Punjab and Chandigarh.  

8. 25 December 2024 (Wednesday): Christmas will be observed as a holiday across India.  

9. 30 December 2024 (Monday): Tamu Losar will be celebrated as a holiday in Sikkim, while U Kiang Nangbah Day will be observed in Meghalaya.  

10. 31 December 2024 (Tuesday): New Year’s Eve will be a holiday in Mizoram

• Bank holidays vary by state. Regional observances, such as Liberation Day in Goa or local festivals, may not apply nationwide.

• December 25 (Christmas) is a public holiday observed across India.

• Customers should use digital banking services during holidays for convenience.

• Confirm specific closures in your area with your bank branch for accurate scheduling.

Plan ahead to ensure seamless banking during the holiday-packed month!