November 1 Bank Holiday or not?

As the month of November begins, many people are wondering whether November 1, 2025, will be a bank holiday across India. According to the official Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday schedule, tomorrow will be a regular working day for banks in most parts of the country, as there are no national festivals or major observances scheduled for this date.

However, some states will observe local or regional holidays on November 1 due to state foundation day celebrations or regional festivals.

States Observing Holidays on November 1

• Karnataka: November 1 is celebrated as Karnataka Rajyotsava (Karnataka Formation Day), marking the state’s formation in 1956. Banks, government offices, and educational institutions will remain closed across Karnataka.
• Kerala: The state observes Kerala Piravi, commemorating its formation day. While government offices and schools will have a holiday, banks in most parts of Kerala are expected to remain open since it is not a mandatory RBI holiday.
• Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh: These states will have no bank or government holiday tomorrow, and all financial institutions will function as usual.
• Other States: There will be no holiday in states like Maharashtra, Gujarat, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, and West Bengal. Banks will operate as per normal working hours.

Regular Working Day for Most Banks

For customers across India, November 1 will be a regular working Saturday (if applicable) or weekday, depending on the state’s schedule. ATMs, online banking, and digital payment services will continue to function normally nationwide.

Upcoming Bank Holidays in November 2025

The next major bank holidays in November include Diwali (November 8) in several states, Guru Nanak Jayanti (November 14), and Chhath Puja (November 16), depending on regional observance. Customers are advised to check the RBI’s official regional holiday list for state-specific bank closures.

In short, November 1, 2025, will not be a nationwide bank holiday, except in Karnataka and Kerala, where it coincides with state formation day celebrations

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