September Holidays 2026: Complete Holiday List

September is one of the most festival-rich months on the Indian calendar, bridging the monsoon tail and the festive season ahead. Whether you need to know if your bank is open before an EMI payment, or you are planning a long weekend trip using a personal loan, this page gives you the complete, date-accurate September 2026 holiday list, public holidays, bank closures, 2nd and 4th Saturday closures, and state-specific observances, all in one place.

September 2026 Public Holidays, Complete List

The table below covers gazetted holidays, restricted holidays, and state-specific observances for September 2026. Click each festival name to read more about its significance and which states observe it.

Note: Gazetted holidays apply to central government offices and most public-sector banks. Restricted holidays are optional leave at employees' discretion. State-specific holidays vary by employer and location. Always verify with the official government gazette for your state.

September 2026 Bank Holidays, Full List

Banks in India follow the holiday schedule issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). In addition to festival-based closures, all banks remain shut on Sundays and on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of every month as per RBI guidelines. September 2026 bank holiday dates are listed below.

Important: RBI publishes state-wise bank holiday lists that may include additional regional closures not captured above. Verify dates at rbi.org.in before scheduling any financial transaction, loan disbursement, or EMI payment.

Festival Descriptions

Janmashtami {#janmashtami}

Janmashtami marks the birth of Lord Krishna, celebrated across India on the eighth day of the dark fortnight of Bhadrapada month. Mathura, Vrindavan, Dwarka, and Mumbai witness the most elaborate celebrations. Banks and government offices observe this as a gazetted holiday nationwide. In 2026 it falls on Friday, 4 September, making a potential long weekend possible if combined with casual leave.

Ganesh Chaturthi {#ganesh-chaturthi}

Ganesh Chaturthi is the 10-day festival marking the birth of Lord Ganesha, celebrated with the greatest fervour in Maharashtra, Goa, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka. In 2026 the first day falls on Monday, 14 September. While listed as a restricted holiday at the central level, it is effectively a public holiday across several states. Loan applicants in Maharashtra should note that some bank branches may see reduced staffing throughout the festival period.

Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi {#sree-narayana-guru-samadhi}

Observed in Kerala on 21 September 2026, this day marks the passing of Sree Narayana Guru in 1928, a philosopher, spiritual leader, and social reformer who led campaigns against caste discrimination. Kerala government offices and some banks observe this as a regional holiday; confirm with your specific bank branch if you have transactions scheduled in Kerala on this date.

Sree Narayana Guru Jayanti {#sree-narayana-guru-jayanti}

Falling on 26 September 2026 (a Saturday, which is already the 4th Saturday bank closure), Guru Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of Sree Narayana Guru. Banks in Kerala may observe this; since 26 September is also a nationwide 4th Saturday closure, all bank customers in Kerala can expect branches to be shut that day regardless.

Ramdev Jayanti {#ramdev-jayanti}

A Rajasthan-specific restricted holiday on 21 September 2026, honouring Baba Ramdev, a revered folk deity worshipped across Rajasthan and parts of Gujarat. Devotees observe this with prayers, bhajans, and community gatherings at Ramdevra, the saint's principal shrine in Jaisalmer district.

Teja Dashmi {#teja-dashmi}

Also on 21 September 2026 in Rajasthan, Teja Dashmi commemorates Veer Teja, a local folk hero associated with protection of cattle and bravery. The day aligns with the tenth day of the Bhadrapada lunar month. It is a restricted holiday in Rajasthan; central government employees may take it as optional leave.

Heroes' Martyrdom Day, Haryana {#heroes-martyrdom-day}

Haryana observes this restricted holiday on 23 September 2026 to honour local heroes and martyrs who sacrificed their lives in service of the nation. State government offices and some public institutions may close; bank closures depend on local RBI notification for Haryana.

Indra Jatra, Sikkim {#indra-jatra}

Celebrated in Sikkim on 26 September 2026, Indra Jatra is a festival honouring Indra, the god of rain. Traditional masked dances, processions, and cultural performances mark the occasion. As a restricted holiday in Sikkim, it coincides with the 4th Saturday this year, making it a confirmed non-banking day in the state.

Extractable Answer Blocks

How many bank holidays are there in September 2026?

September 2026 has approximately 6 scheduled bank closure days when combining the mandatory 2nd Saturday (12 Sep), 4th Saturday (26 Sep), three Sundays (6, 13, 27 Sep), and Janmashtami on 4 September, which is observed as a gazetted holiday by most public-sector banks. Additional state-specific closures in Kerala, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Sikkim may increase this count at the local level. Always verify with RBI's published state-wise list.

Is 4 September 2026 a bank holiday?

Yes, 4 September 2026 (Friday) is a bank holiday in most Indian states as it marks Janmashtami, a gazetted national holiday. Banks across the country, including SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, PNB, and other public and private sector banks, are expected to remain closed. If you have an EMI payment, fund transfer, or loan disbursement scheduled for this date, complete it on 3 September (Thursday) to avoid delays.

Is 14 September 2026 a bank holiday?

Ganesh Chaturthi on 14 September 2026 (Monday) is a restricted holiday at the central level, but Maharashtra, Goa, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka treat it as a full public holiday. Banks in these states are likely to remain closed on 14 September. Customers in other states should confirm with their specific branch. Since 13 September (Sunday) is also a weekly holiday, those in Maharashtra face a Sunday–Monday back-to-back closure.

Which states have the most bank holidays in September 2026?

Kerala and Rajasthan have the highest count of state-specific holidays in September 2026, with Kerala observing both Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi (21 Sep) and Sree Narayana Guru Jayanti (26 Sep), and Rajasthan observing Ramdev Jayanti and Teja Dashmi on the same date (21 Sep). Maharashtra and other southern states also see significant bank disruption around Ganesh Chaturthi (14 Sep). Nationwide, all banks observe the 2nd Saturday, 4th Saturday, and three Sundays.

Q1: Is Janmashtami a gazetted bank holiday in 2026?

Yes. Janmashtami is a gazetted holiday in India and banks remain closed on 4 September 2026 in most states. Schedule transactions for 3 September to avoid delays.

Q2: Is Ganesh Chaturthi a public holiday or restricted holiday in 2026?

Ganesh Chaturthi (14 Sep 2026) is a restricted holiday centrally, but it is treated as a full public holiday in Maharashtra, Goa, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka, where banks and government offices will be closed.

Q3: When is Ganesh Chaturthi in 2026?

Ganesh Chaturthi falls on Monday, 14 September 2026. The 10-day festival runs through to Anant Chaturdashi on 24 September 2026.

Q4: Are banks open in Kerala on 21 September 2026?

No. 21 September 2026 is Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi, a regional observance in Kerala. Banks in Kerala may remain closed. Verify with your specific bank branch or the RBI Kerala circle notification.

Q5: Is 26 September 2026 a bank holiday?

Yes, on two counts. 26 September 2026 is the 4th Saturday of the month, making it a mandatory bank holiday nationwide per RBI guidelines. In Sikkim, it also coincides with Indra Jatra, and in Kerala with Sree Narayana Guru Jayanti.

Q6: How many Saturdays are bank holidays in September 2026?

Two Saturdays, the 2nd Saturday (12 Sep 2026) and the 4th Saturday (26 Sep 2026), are bank holidays in September 2026 per RBI's standard rule. The 1st Saturday (5 Sep), 3rd Saturday (19 Sep), and 5th Saturday if any are working days for banks.

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