If you were planning a bank visit today, you may need to reschedule. May has begun with multiple holidays across India, leading to bank closures in several states on May 1, 2026. The day marks Labour Day in many parts of the country, while Maharashtra is also observing its Foundation Day, resulting in a shutdown of bank branches in these regions.
States including Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, West Bengal, Goa and Assam are among those where banks are not operational today. In some places, Buddha Purnima is also being observed, adding to the list of reasons for closure.
Major cities affected include Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chennai, Dehradun, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Panaji, Patna, Raipur, Ranchi, Shimla and Srinagar. Customers in these cities will need to rely on online services or postpone in-branch tasks.
A month packed with bank holidays, May 2026 will see a total of 12 bank holidays, factoring in weekends and regional observances. Apart from today’s closures, several other dates will see banks shut across the country or in specific states.
Online banking remains unaffected while physical branches remain closed on these days. Customers can continue using digital banking services, including net banking, mobile apps and UPI platforms, allowing transactions, bill payments and transfers without disruption. ATMs are also expected to remain accessible.
It’s essential to remember that bank holidays in India are not uniform. They vary depending on local festivals and regional observances. This means a bank holiday in one state may not apply in another. Customers are advised to check the state-specific holiday list or confirm with their branch before heading out.
