Banks Closure Notice for May 31, 2025: Fifth Saturday - Is it a Bank Holiday? Reference June's Holiday Schedule for Confirmation
Banks across India are following a standardised working schedule as per the guidelines set by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The normal working days for banks are Monday to Friday and the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays of each month. The 2nd and 4th Saturdays, Sundays, and national/regional holidays declared by the RBI are non-working days.
This week, banks are open for business as usual, with branches operating from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, although timings may vary slightly between banks. It's always a good idea to call ahead and confirm with your local branch before visiting.
On May 31, 2025, banks across India are open, following the RBI calendar. However, banks will be closed tomorrow, June 1, as part of the regular weekend closure.
In June 2025, five more bank holidays have been scheduled, but the specific dates and states affected are yet to be announced. It's essential to keep an eye on local news and bank notices for updates.
There are several religious festivals in June 2025 that could lead to bank closures in certain regions. For instance, Id-ul-Ad'ha (Bakrid) will be observed in Kerala on June 6, resulting in bank closures. Similarly, the occasion of Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti / Saga Dawa is celebrated in Sikkim and Himachal Pradesh on June 27, and Ratha Yatra / Kang (Rathajatra) is celebrated in Odisha and Manipur on June 30.
It's worth noting that digital banking services, including NEFT, RTGS, mobile banking, internet banking, and UPI platforms, remain accessible 24/7 for seamless transactions. Services like cheque book requests, fund transfers, credit/debit card applications, and ATM withdrawals continue to operate without interruption in online banking.
As always, it's advisable to plan your banking activities accordingly to ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience.
This week, the business operations in banks are progressing as usual, involving finance activities. On May 31, 2025, banks will be operational, following the RBI calendar, while they will be closed the next day, June 1, as part of the regular weekend closure. In June 2025, certain religious festivals may lead to bank closures in some regions, such as Id-ul-Ad'ha (Bakrid) in Kerala on June 6, and Ratha Yatra / Kang (Rathajatra) in Odisha and Manipur on June 30. Despite these closures, digital banking services remain available 24/7 for finance transactions.
