Is today a bank holiday in India? Check the RBI city-wise list for 21 October
On 21 October 2026, Vijaya Dasami/Durga Puja holidays are listed for multiple regional offices; a bank closure is city-specific, not a single nationwide answer.
The answer depends on the city and the Reserve Bank of India’s regional holiday matrix. For Wednesday, 21 October 2026, the RBI lists Vijaya Dasami/Durga Puja (Dasain)/Maha Dashami among the holidays and shows different dates for different regional offices. Check the row for the city where the branch is located before travelling.
How to check before visiting a branch
Open the RBI holiday matrix, select October 2026 and find the regional office that covers the branch you plan to visit. The matrix distinguishes dates such as 19, 20, 21, 22 and 23 October, so one city’s closure does not prove that every bank branch in India is closed.
A news report published on 21 October also advises readers to check the RBI list for their state. The practical answer is therefore city-specific: verify the branch location, then confirm with the bank if the transaction is time-sensitive.
What may still work
Digital banking, mobile apps and UPI are not the same as an in-person branch service. Availability of a digital transaction depends on the bank and service, while cheque processing, document verification or locker access may require a staffed branch.
This page does not provide a nationwide yes/no because the official calendar is regional. It does not claim that every banking service is available during every holiday.
Editorial note
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Frequently asked questions
Are all Indian banks closed on 21 October 2026?
Not necessarily. Use the RBI’s regional office and date entry for the city where your branch is located.