In 2026, Ram Navami will be celebrated on Thursday, March 26, though some observe it on March 27. According to Drik Panchang, the auspicious Madhyahna Muhurat for puja is from 11:13 am to 1:41 pm on March 26. The Navami Tithi begins at 11:48 am on March 26 and ends at 10:06 am on March 27, 2026.
The occasion is also a public holiday in many parts of India, particularly in northern states. As a result, schools, colleges, government offices, post offices, and several institutions will remain closed. Banks will also observe a holiday, although the date may vary depending on the state.
Bank Holiday on Ram Navami 2026
Banks will be closed on Ram Navami because it is a public holiday. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar, some states such as Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, West Bengal, and others will observe the bank holiday on March 26.
Meanwhile, states including Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, Bihar, and Andhra Pradesh, among others, will mark the holiday on March 27. Customers are advised to check with their local bank branches to confirm the exact holiday schedule in their area.
It is advisable to plan any important bank-related work in advance to avoid inconvenience during the holiday period.
Even though bank branches will remain closed, essential banking services will continue without interruption. Digital platforms such as internet banking, mobile apps, UPI, NEFT, and RTGS will remain fully functional, allowing customers to carry out transactions as usual. ATMs will also be available for cash withdrawals.
City-Wise Bank Holidays on March 26 and 27
March 26 – Shree Ram Navami | Banks will remain closed in Ahmedabad, Aizawl, Belapur, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Jaipur, Kanpur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Ranchi, and Shimla for the celebration.
March 27 – Shree Ram Navami (Chaite Dasain) | Banks will be closed in Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Gangtok, Hyderabad, Patna and Thiruvananthapuram for Ram Navami.
Remaining Bank Holidays in March 2026
In addition to Ram Navami, there are a few more bank holidays in March. Banks will remain closed on March 28 due to the fourth Saturday and on March 29 due to Sunday. Another major holiday falls on March 31 on account of Mahavir Jayanti, when banks in several states will remain shut.