Banks Will Be Closed For 17 Days In December: Check The Full List Of Bank Holidays In December


Radhika Kajarekar

Radhika Kajarekar

Nov 28, 2024


Indian banks will observe 17 holidays in December 2024, including state-specific public holidays and regular weekly offs. These include two Saturdays (December 14 and 28), five Sundays (December 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29), and other notable holidays for state-wide celebrations.

Banks Will Be Closed For 17 Days In December: Check The Full List Of Bank Holidays In December

Complete List of Holidays in 2024

Key Dates and Observances

December 3, 2024 (Tuesday):

Feast of St. Francis Xavier (Goa).

December 12, 2024 (Thursday):

Pa-Togan Nengminja Sangma Day (Meghalaya).

December 18, 2024 (Wednesday):

Guru Ghasidas Jayanti (Chhattisgarh).

Death Anniversary of U SoSo Tham (Meghalaya).

December 19, 2024 (Thursday):

Goa Liberation Day (Goa).

December 24, 2024 (Tuesday):

Christmas Eve (Mizoram, Meghalaya, Nagaland).

Guru Teg Bahadur’s Martyrdom Day (Punjab, Chandigarh).

December 25, 2024 (Wednesday):

Christmas (Nationwide).

December 30, 2024 (Monday):

Tamu Losar (Sikkim).

U Kiang Nangbah Day (Meghalaya).

December 31, 2024 (Tuesday):

New Year’s Eve (Mizoram).

Tips for Banking During December 2024

Things To Keep in Mind

Plan Ahead: December 2024 has a significant number of bank holidays, including both national and state-specific observances. To avoid inconvenience, it is essential to schedule your banking activities like deposits, withdrawals, or bill payments ahead of time. For example, if you need to transfer funds or withdraw cash for upcoming expenses, consider completing these transactions before holidays when banks might be closed. Planning in advance ensures that essential financial activities are not disrupted due to limited banking hours or closures.

Digital Banking: With banks closed on certain days, online and mobile banking services can be a reliable alternative. These digital platforms allow you to perform transactions such as money transfers, utility bill payments, and account management conveniently from anywhere, even during holidays. Familiarizing yourself with these services can save time and effort, especially during the festive season when banks might experience a high volume of in-branch customers.

Check Local Holidays: Since many bank holidays are state-specific, they may not apply uniformly across the country. For instance, a public holiday in Goa might not affect banking services in Tamil Nadu. Therefore, it is advisable to check with your local bank branch to confirm closures specific to your region. This step ensures that your banking plans align with the operational schedule of your nearest branch.


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