Bank Holidays in November: How Many Days Will Banks Remain Closed in Maharashtra? Check the Full List
Bank Holidays in November: How Many Days Will Banks Remain Closed in Maharashtra? Check the Full List
As October’s festive season concludes and people return to their work routine, it’s important to be aware of the bank holiday schedule for November. Customers planning to visit banks for important transactions should take note that banks will remain closed on select days during the month. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) releases an official list of bank holidays every year, which includes national holidays, religious events, state-specific holidays, as well as mandatory holidays like the second and fourth Saturdays.
In November, banks across different states will observe several holidays based on regional celebrations. Overall, there will be around 9 to 10 bank holidays across India, though these may vary from state to state.
Bank Holiday Schedule in November
Here is a state-wise overview of bank holidays during the month:
- November 1
Kut Festival (Manipur), Puducherry Liberation Day (Puducherry), Haryana Day (Haryana), and Kannada Rajyotsava (Karnataka) - November 5
Guru Nanak Jayanti – Banks in Maharashtra will remain closed.
Additionally, Kartik Purnima will be observed as a holiday in Odisha and Telangana. - November 7
Wangala Festival (Meghalaya) - November 8
Kanakadasa Jayanti (Karnataka) - November 11
Lhabab Duchen (Sikkim) - November 23
Seng Kut Snem (Meghalaya) - November 25
Guru Tegh Bahadur Shaheedi Diwas (Observed in select regions)
Important Note for Maharashtra
In Maharashtra, banks will remain closed only on one day in November due to Guru Nanak Jayanti (November 5).
Since October had multiple holidays, customers are advised to utilize this month to complete any pending bank-related work.
Online Services Remain Unaffected
Despite physical branch closures, online banking services such as UPI, IMPS, NEFT, RTGS, as well as ATM services, will continue to function normally. So, digital transactions and online account services can be accessed without any interruption.
Conclusion:
Before visiting a bank branch in November, make sure to check the holiday list to avoid inconvenience. Plan your banking activities accordingly and take advantage of online services wherever possible.
