Gazetted Holidays 2026 Himachal Pradesh: Is Today or Tomorrow a Holiday?

The Himachal Pradesh Government has officially released its holiday list for 2026, comprising 17 gazetted holidays and 34 restricted holidays, as per the circular from the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions. Banks in Himachal Pradesh observe all gazetted holidays under the RBI's Negotiable Instruments Act, alongside all Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays of every month. A unique feature of HP's holiday calendar is that it includes exclusive gazetted holidays for women employees (Raksha Bandhan, Karva Chauth, and Bhai Duj), and that school holidays are significantly shaped by the state's climate zones.

Is Today a Holiday in Himachal Pradesh?

Bank and government office holidays in Himachal Pradesh fall into three categories: mandatory gazetted holidays (for all offices, banks, schools, and public institutions), restricted holidays (employees may choose any two from an approved list), and bank-specific holidays under the Negotiable Instruments Act. Digital banking through UPI, NEFT, IMPS, ATMs, and mobile apps remains available 24/7 regardless of holiday status.

Gazetted Holidays 2026 Himachal Pradesh: Complete List

Date | Day | Holiday
26 January 2026 | Monday | Republic Day (National)
19 February 2026 | Thursday | Guru Ravidas Jayanti
3 March 2026 | Tuesday | Maha Shivaratri / Holi
26 March 2026 | Thursday | Ram Navami
3 April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday
1 April 2026 | Wednesday | Annual Bank Closing
14 April 2026 | Tuesday | Dr B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti / Himachal Day*
27 May 2026 | Wednesday | Eid al-Zuha (Bakrid)*
14 June 2026 | Sunday | Kabirdas Jayanti
26 June 2026 | Friday | Muharram*
15 August 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day (National)
26 August 2026 | Wednesday | Milad-un-Nabi*
2 October 2026 | Friday | Gandhi Jayanti (National)
2 October 2026 | Friday | Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami)
8 November 2026 | Sunday | Diwali (Laxmi Pujan)
19 November 2026 | Thursday | Parshuram Jayanti Jayanti (HP specific)
11 November 2026 | Wednesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti
25 December 2026 | Friday | Christmas

*Islamic holiday dates depend on moon sighting and may vary.

Women-Only Gazetted Holidays in HP 2026

Himachal Pradesh uniquely declares three gazetted holidays exclusively for women government employees (including daily wage workers):

Holiday | Date | Day
Raksha Bandhan | 28 August 2026 | Friday
Karva Chauth | 29 October 2026 | Thursday
Bhai Duj | 11 November 2026 | Wednesday

Note: These holidays apply specifically to women government employees and are not general bank or office holidays for all employees.

Is Tomorrow a Holiday in Himachal Pradesh Schools?

School holidays in Himachal Pradesh differ significantly from office and bank holidays due to the state's diverse climate zones. The HP government announces school-specific holiday calendars that vary by region:

Non-tribal areas typically observe a long winter break from 1 January to 11 February, with further adjustments for local weather.
Tribal areas (Kinnaur, Lahaul and Spiti) observe extended winter breaks due to heavy snowfall.
Kullu District often follows a shorter winter break (1 January to 14 January) and a separate monsoon or summer break.

For school-specific holiday information for tomorrow, refer to the official calendar of the Department of Elementary Education, Himachal Pradesh, or your school's own notification.

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What Works and What Doesn't on an HP Bank Holiday

Service | Available on HP Bank Holidays?
UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, BHIM) | Yes, 24/7
IMPS transfers | Yes, 24/7
NEFT transfers | Yes, 24/7
ATM withdrawals | Yes, 24/7
Mobile and internet banking | Yes
RTGS transfers | No, resumes next working day
Cheque clearance (CTS) | No, resumes next working day
Branch services (cash deposit, DD, documents) | No, branch closed
NACH EMI auto-debit | Processed on the next working day if due date falls on a holiday

What Happens If Your EMI Is Due on an HP Holiday?

If your personal loan or credit card EMI falls on a Himachal Pradesh gazetted holiday, the NACH auto-debit is typically processed on the next working day. Your account still needs sufficient balance when the debit is attempted. If it fails, it may be flagged as a missed payment and affect your CIBIL score.

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