Bank Holidays in October 2019

All banks will remain closed for eight days in October due to festivals and national events. It begins from October 2, Gandhi Jayanti to festivals like Dussehra and Diwali later in the month.

October holiday list includes four Sundays, the second and fourth Saturdays, and different states will have special public holidays. Customers are advised to plan their bank-related work as per the bank holidays.

List of Bank Holidays in October 2019:

 October 2 – Gandhi Jayanti

 October 6 – Sunday

 October 8 – Dussehra

 October 12 – Second Saturday

 October 13 – Sunday, Valmiki Jayanti

 October 20 – Sunday

 October 26 – Fourth Saturday

 October 27 – Sunday, Diwali

Guidance for Customers

 Keep enough cash in hand to avoid facing a crisis during the festive season.

 Please keep in mind that the central government holidays apply to all banks, public as well as the private sector. Though the holiday dates may vary from one bank to another and there may also be additional state-wise bank holidays.

When it comes to state holidays, customers are advised to visit their respective bank branch and find out the exact dates. Please note that banks are closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month.