As Good Friday 2025 approaches, many people across India are asking an important question: Will banks be open on April 18? The answer is not the same for every location.
According to a notification from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), April 18, 2025, will be observed as a bank holiday under the Negotiable Instruments Act in honor of Good Friday, a significant Christian holiday that remembers the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. However, this holiday will not affect all states equally.
Where Will Banks Be Closed on April 18?
In most states and union territories, banks will remain closed on April 18 due to Good Friday. This means customers will not be able to access services at bank branches in these areas on that day.
States Where Banks Will Stay Open
A few states will not observe this bank holiday. As per the RBI's holiday schedule, banks will continue normal operations in the following states and union territories:
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Tripura
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Himachal Pradesh
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Assam
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Rajasthan
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Jammu
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Chandigarh
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Srinagar
If you live in one of these regions, your local bank branch is expected to remain open on April 18.
What Happens After April 18?
Banks across India will resume normal operations on Saturday, April 19. However, services will again be unavailable at branches on Sunday, April 20, as it is a regular weekly holiday.
Digital Banking Will Continue Without Disruption
Even in places where physical bank branches are closed on April 18, customers do not need to worry about essential banking services. All digital banking channels will work as usual. This includes:
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ATM services
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Mobile banking apps
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Internet banking
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SMS and WhatsApp banking
These services are available 24/7 and are not affected by bank holidays.
The Reserve Bank of India classifies bank holidays in different ways. Holidays can be declared under the Negotiable Instruments Act, for bank account closing, or based on regional customs and state-level regulations. It’s important to note that holiday dates may vary by state, and private banks may have different schedules.
