Bank Holiday Status in Jammu and Kashmir (2026) – Today Open or Closed?

If you’re planning to visit a bank today in Jammu and Kashmir, it’s important to check whether banks are open or closed. This page provides real-time bank holiday status, a complete holiday list, and important banking tips.

🏦 Bank Holiday Today Status in Jammu & Kashmir

✅ Banks Open Today

Wednesday, 22 July 2026

Banks are open today

📅 Upcoming Bank Holiday

🎉 2nd / 4th Saturday (Bank Holiday)

25 July 2026

⏳ 3 days left

Are Banks Open Today in Jammu and Kashmir?

Banks are generally OPEN today, except on:

  • Sundays
  • 2nd & 4th Saturdays
  • Government-declared public holidays
  • Even if banks are closed, online services like UPI, ATM, and mobile banking work 24/7.

Major Bank Holidays in Jammu & Kashmir (Overview)

In Jammu and Kashmir, banks remain closed on several important national and regional festivals. Here are the most impactful holidays you should know:

 1. Eid-ul-Fitr (Ramzan Eid)

One of the biggest festivals in Jammu & Kashmir, marking the end of Ramadan.
 Banks remain completely closed across the state.

 2. Eid-ul-Adha (Bakri Eid)

A major Islamic festival celebrated with prayers and sacrifice.
 All banks remain closed due to high public observance.

 3. Muharram

A significant day of mourning in the Islamic calendar.
 Banks remain closed, especially in many regions of the state.

 4. Eid-e-Milad (Milad-un-Nabi)

Celebrates the birth of Prophet Muhammad.
 Public holiday observed widely; banks stay closed.

📅 Upcoming Bank Holidays in Jammu & Kashmir

25 Jul 2026 (Saturday)
2nd / 4th Saturday (Bank Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 3 days
26 Jul 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 4 days
02 Aug 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 11 days
08 Aug 2026 (Saturday)
2nd / 4th Saturday (Bank Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 17 days
09 Aug 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 18 days
15 Aug 2026 (Saturday)
Independence Day
Closed
⏳ 24 days
16 Aug 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 25 days
22 Aug 2026 (Saturday)
2nd / 4th Saturday (Bank Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 31 days
23 Aug 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 32 days
26 Aug 2026 (Wednesday)
Eid-e-Milad
Closed
⏳ 35 days
28 Aug 2026 (Friday)
Raksha Bandhan
Closed
⏳ 37 days
30 Aug 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 39 days
04 Sep 2026 (Friday)
Janmashtami
Closed
⏳ 44 days
06 Sep 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 46 days
12 Sep 2026 (Saturday)
2nd / 4th Saturday (Bank Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 52 days
13 Sep 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 53 days
20 Sep 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 60 days
23 Sep 2026 (Wednesday)
Maharaja Hari Singh Ji Birthday
Closed
⏳ 63 days
26 Sep 2026 (Saturday)
2nd / 4th Saturday (Bank Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 66 days
27 Sep 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 67 days
02 Oct 2026 (Friday)
Gandhi Jayanti
Closed
⏳ 72 days
04 Oct 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 74 days
10 Oct 2026 (Saturday)
2nd / 4th Saturday (Bank Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 80 days
11 Oct 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 81 days
18 Oct 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 88 days
20 Oct 2026 (Tuesday)
Dussehra
Closed
⏳ 90 days
24 Oct 2026 (Saturday)
2nd / 4th Saturday (Bank Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 94 days
25 Oct 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 95 days
26 Oct 2026 (Monday)
Accession Day / Laxmi Puja
Closed
⏳ 96 days
01 Nov 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 102 days
08 Nov 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 109 days
14 Nov 2026 (Saturday)
2nd / 4th Saturday (Bank Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 115 days
15 Nov 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 116 days
22 Nov 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 123 days
24 Nov 2026 (Tuesday)
Guru Nanak Jayanti
Closed
⏳ 125 days
28 Nov 2026 (Saturday)
2nd / 4th Saturday (Bank Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 129 days
29 Nov 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 130 days
06 Dec 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 137 days
12 Dec 2026 (Saturday)
2nd / 4th Saturday (Bank Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 143 days
13 Dec 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 144 days
20 Dec 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 151 days
25 Dec 2026 (Friday)
Christmas
Closed
⏳ 156 days
26 Dec 2026 (Saturday)
2nd / 4th Saturday (Bank Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 157 days
27 Dec 2026 (Sunday)
Sunday (Weekly Holiday)
Closed
⏳ 158 days

 

❓ FAQs – Jammu & Kashmir Bank Holidays
1. Are banks open today in Jammu & Kashmir?
Banks are open except Sundays, 2nd & 4th Saturdays, and public holidays.
2. What is Accession Day in Jammu & Kashmir?
It is observed on 26 October marking the accession of Jammu & Kashmir to India.
3. Are banks closed on Eid in Jammu & Kashmir?
Yes, banks remain closed on major festivals like Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha.
4. Do banks work on Saturdays?
Only 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays are working days.
5. Do online banking services work on holidays?
Yes, UPI, ATM, and mobile banking services work 24/7.

Quick Insight

Jammu & Kashmir has more Islamic festival holidays, so bank closures are more frequent compared to some other states.

Always check today’s bank status before visiting to avoid inconvenience.

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