Bank Holiday : Tomorrow, November 25th, is a holiday in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh for the martyrdom day of Guru Tegh Bahadur. This has left many people confused as to whether banks will remain closed on Tuesday as well.
Bank Holidays in Delhi and UP
The Uttar Pradesh government had previously designated a holiday on November 24th for the martyrdom day of Guru Tegh Bahadur, but has now extended it by one day to Tuesday, November 25th. In both UP and Delhi, all government offices, public and private schools, and colleges will be closed on Tuesday, November 25th.
However, according to the RBI’s official bank holiday list, there is no holiday on November 25th. The RBI has not ordered banks to remain closed in Uttar Pradesh or Delhi. This means that banks will remain open on Tuesday, November 25th, even though schools, colleges, and government offices will remain closed.
Why Are Banks Closed on 25 November?
Banks will remain closed on Tuesday, 25 November, because the day has been officially listed under the RBI’s Holiday Schedule for 2025.
Depending on the region, the holiday is observed for:
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Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day
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Local government notifications in specific states
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Public administration holiday under the NI Act (Negotiable Instruments Act)
Since RBI categorizes holidays based on events, festivals, and regional observances, banks in several states follow this uniform rule and remain closed.
Is It a Nationwide Bank Holiday?
No, it is not a pan-India holiday.
RBI holidays differ from state to state based on local festivals and regional events.
However, in the states where the 25 November observance is recognized, banks will be fully closed.
RBI Holiday Classification for 25 November
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Holiday Type | Regional observance under the NI Act |
| Reason | Guru Tegh Bahadur Shaheedi Diwas / State-notified event |
| Services Closed | Branch banking, cheque clearing (offline) |
| Services Open | ATM, UPI, Net Banking, Mobile Banking |
Which Banking Services Will Continue?
Even though branches remain closed, customers can still use:
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ATM withdrawals
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UPI apps (GPay, PhonePe, Paytm)
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Mobile banking apps
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Internet banking
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Online fund transfers (NEFT/IMPS)
Only manual/branch-based banking services will be unavailable for a day.
Impact on Customers
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Cheque deposits will be processed on the next working day.
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Passbook updates and cash deposits at counters will remain unavailable.
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Loan/credit card service desks at branches will remain closed.
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Digital payments will operate as usual.
Important Note for Customers
If you have any urgent banking work, such as cash withdrawals, demand drafts, or cheque clearances, it is advised to finish them a day earlier to avoid delays.
Schools will remain closed in Uttar Pradesh.
Every year, November 24th is a general public holiday to mark the martyrdom day of Guru Tegh Bahadur. However, this year the date has been changed, and the government has declared November 25th as a holiday instead of November 24th.
On this day, we remember Guru Tegh Bahadur’s unparalleled courage, unwavering devotion to his faith, and his commitment to protect humanity. In 1675, he stood up against injustice and oppression and defended not only Sikhism but the religious freedom of the entire nation. He sacrificed his life to protect the religion of the Kashmiri Pandits, but never compromised on his principles.
Other Holidays in November 2025
November 30 – Sunday