Banks in some states will remain closed today (Wendesday), on / Eid al-Adha, May 27, 2026,
Since Bakrid / Eid al-Adha is a gazetted holiday, it will be observed as a public holiday for Central Government offices, banks, and most state government offices nationwide.
Centre declares 28 May as public holiday
On account of Eid-ul-Azha, all central government administrative offices across India will remain closed on 28 May. The personnel ministry on 22 May in a statement said, “Central government administrative offices located at Delhi/New Delhi shall remain closed on 28th May, 2026, on account of Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) (in place of 27th May, 2026),” it said in a statement.
ARE banks closed on May 27 or May 28?
Bank holidays for Bakrid may differ across states depending on:
moon sighting
local government notifications
regional observance dates
In some states, banks may remain closed on May 27, while others may observe the holiday on May 28.
Bank holiday on May 27, 2026
Banks will be closed in Jammu and Srinagar for the Bakri ID (Id-Uz-Zuha) holiday.
From commercial banks, cooperative banks, Regional Rural Banks (RRB) and Small Finance Banks (SFB) to Local Area Banks (LAB) — all these banks follow a schedule of national and government holidays set by the RBI.
Two-day holiday for Bakrid in Kerala
Kerala government declared two-day public holiday for Bakrid. On 24 May, the state administration declared 27 and 28 May as a holiday for the festival. The notification issued by the General Administration Department said, “Since ‘Id-Ul-Ad’ha’ (Bakrid) is being celebrated in the state on May 28, the government is pleased to order that Thursday, May 28, 2026, will also be a holiday.”
It further clarified that Wednesday and Thursday will be non-working days for all government offices in the state, including all public sector undertakings, educational institutions, including professional colleges, and institutions coming under the Negotiable Instruments Act 1881.
Bank holiday in May
Banks were closed on Friday, May 1, 2026, for May Day/, and will remain shut on Wednesday, May 27/28, 2026, for Bakrid/Eid al-Adha. Apart from these holidays, banks will also be closed on the second Saturday (May 9) and the fourth Saturday (May 23) and five Sundays.
Upcoming holidays in May
May 31 (Sunday)
Apart from that, some states will observe local holidays. So it is advised to check the state-wise calender
What about RTGS and NEFT holidays in 2026?
RTGS (Real Time Gross Settlement) and NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) systems are maintained by India’s apex monetary institution, which remain operational 24/7. This facility, which enables cash transfers between banks, has been available on all days since 14 December 2020.
Will online banking be accessible on bank holiday?
Yes, online banking services will remain accessible even on a bank holiday. Digital services remain operational throughout the year, including on bank holidays. This implies that customers can carry out banking activities without interruption, even when banks are closed.
Customers can perform multiple tasks through online banking service, including UPI transactions, money transfers, net banking services, applying for loans online and requesting a chequebook among others.
Are ATMs operational during bank holidays?
ATMs remain operational during bank holidays, allowing customers to conduct transactions such as withdraw and deposit cash even when bank branches are closed.