Will Banks Be Open Or Closed On Vishwakarma Puja 2026? Check Bank Holiday Status For September 17
Vishwakarma Puja 2026 falls on September 17. Check whether banks will remain open, local holiday rules, branch services and availability of UPI, ATMs and online banking services.
Many parts of the country will worship and celebrate the Vishwakarma Puja tomorrow, on September 17, 2026. As the day approaches, many customers and students may have a question about the bank holiday tomorrow.
According to the official holiday list of the Reserve Bank of India, September 17 is not listed as a nationwide or gazetted bank holiday. All the bank branches in most of the states and cities will remain open. All the regular services of the banks will be available.
Although it is advisable for the customers to keep a check on the local holiday and branch-specific holiday before the visit.
Are Banks Open Or Closed On Vishwakarma Puja?
It is not a weekend or a listed holiday according to the RBI. All the banks will generally remain open on Thursday, September 17. Customers can visit their respective branches for regular banking activities such as cash deposits, withdrawals, cheque-related work and passbook updates.
Is It A Local Holiday On Vishwakarma Puja ?
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Local holidays: Vishwakarma Puja may be observed as a local holiday in certain areas.
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Bank branches: A local holiday does not automatically mean that bank branches will remain closed.
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Other institutions: Government offices, schools and private institutions in some locations may declare a holiday for the festival.
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Check before visiting: Bank customers should check with their local branch or look for an official notice before heading out.
When Is The next Bank Holiday?
September 21, Baba Ramdev Jayanti: Banks will be closed on Monday, September 21, in the state of Rajasthan on Baba Ramdev Jayanti. This is a regional celebration and thus does not affect branches of banks located all across India, where customers should refer to their local banking holiday calendars.
| Date | Festival / Occasion | Main States Affected |
| September 12, 2026 (Saturday) | Tirubhav Tithi of Srimanta Sankardeva | Assam |
| September 14, 2026 (Monday) | Ganesh Chaturthi | Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Goa |
| September 15, 2026 (Tuesday) | Nuakhai / Ganesh Chaturthi (2nd Day) | Odisha, Goa, Gujarat, Maharashtra |
| September 17, 2026 (Thursday) | Vishwakarma Puja | West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, Assam, Odisha, Tripura |
| September 21, 2026 (Monday) | Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi / Ramdev Jayanti | Kerala, Rajasthan |
| September 22, 2026 (Tuesday) | Karma Puja | Jharkhand, Bihar, Sikkim |
| September 23, 2026 (Wednesday) | Heroes' Martyrdom Day / Maharaja Hari Singh Birthday | Haryana, Jammu & Kashmir |
| September 26, 2026 (Saturday) | Indra Jatra / Sree Narayana Guru Jayanti | Sikkim, Kerala |
Mandatory Nationwide Bank Holidays
- September 6, 2026 (Sunday)
- September 12, 2026 (Second Saturday)
- September 13, 2026 (Sunday)
- September 20, 2026 (Sunday)
- September 26, 2026 (Fourth Saturday)
- September 27, 2026 (Sunday)
Will Online Banking Services Work?
Even if some bank branches remain closed due to a local holiday or a listed RBI holiday, customers can continue using digital banking services.
UPI, internet banking, mobile banking and ATMs will work as a regular day, and can be used for routine transactions. You can also use them for transactions such as money transfers, payments, cash withdrawals and other banking needs. Customers should check their bank’s official communication or website for updates if they face any issue.
FAQs
Is September 17, 2026, a bank holiday for Vishwakarma Puja? No, September 17 is not a nationwide bank holiday according to the RBI holiday list.
Will banks remain open on Vishwakarma Puja? Yes, banks will generally remain open on Thursday, September 17, 2026.
Can local holidays affect bank services? Yes, some areas may observe local holidays, so customers should check with their local branch.
Will UPI and online banking work on September 17? Yes, UPI, internet banking, mobile banking and ATM services can generally be used.
Should customers check with their bank before visiting? Yes, customers should check their bank’s official communication or local branch notice before visiting.
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