The festival of Chhath Puja 2025 is being celebrated with great enthusiasm across India. As devotees prepare for this four-day festival dedicated to the Sun God, several cities will observe bank holidays on October 27 and 28. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has updated its holiday calendar confirming bank closures in a few regions.
If you have any urgent banking work, it is advisable to complete it before these dates. However, digital services like UPI, mobile banking, and ATMs will continue to function normally.
Bank Holiday for Chhath Puja 2025
According to the RBI bank holiday list, banks will remain closed in Kolkata, Patna, and Ranchi on Monday, October 27, 2025, for the evening Arghya (offering) of Chhath Puja. Additionally, Patna and Ranchi will also have a bank holiday on October 28, 2025.
This means that people in Bihar and Jharkhand will face a two-day bank closure, while banks in Kolkata will remain closed only on October 27. Customers are advised to plan ahead to avoid inconvenience during the festive period.
Banks Closed in These Cities
Here’s a quick look at where banks will remain closed during Chhath Puja:
| Date | Cities Closed | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| October 27, 2025 | Kolkata, Patna, Ranchi | Chhath Puja (Evening Arghya) |
| October 28, 2025 | Patna, Ranchi | Chhath Puja (Morning Arghya) |
So, if you live in Bihar, Jharkhand, or West Bengal, make sure to complete your cash deposits, withdrawals, or cheque clearances before the holiday begins.
What to Do If You Have Urgent Banking Work?
During festive holidays, offline banking services are unavailable, but there’s no need to worry. Almost all essential transactions can now be completed online.
If you need to visit a branch for urgent work like cash deposits, cheque submission, or document verification, try to finish it before October 27. For all other financial activities, online banking options will remain fully operational.
Online Banking Services Will Remain Active
Even when physical branches are closed, digital banking channels like net banking, mobile banking, and UPI will continue to work as usual.
You can make instant fund transfers through IMPS, NEFT, and RTGS from your mobile or laptop. ATMs will also remain functional for cash withdrawals, balance inquiries, and mini-statements.
This ensures that customers can manage their money seamlessly even during the Chhath Puja holidays.
Chhath Puja 2025: Four Days of Devotion and Celebration
This year, Chhath Puja 2025 will begin on October 25 and continue till October 28. The festival is dedicated to worshipping the Sun God (Surya Dev) and Chhathi Maiya, and is known for its strict fasting rituals, cleanliness, and deep devotion.
Devotees observe fasts, offer Arghya to the setting and rising sun, and pray for family well-being, happiness, and prosperity. The festival holds special significance in Bihar, Jharkhand, eastern Uttar Pradesh, and the Terai region of Nepal.
Key Takeaways
- Banks in Patna and Ranchi will be closed on October 27 and 28, 2025.
- Banks in Kolkata will remain closed on October 27, 2025.
- Online banking, UPI, and ATMs will continue to work normally.
- Complete any important offline banking work before the holidays.
Final Note
The Chhath Puja bank holidays 2025 may affect regular banking operations in a few cities, but digital platforms ensure that essential transactions continue without disruption. Plan your banking tasks early, enjoy the festival responsibly, and make the most of the long weekend.
