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RBI declares three-day bank holiday from Nov 14-16, major banks to shut branches
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🗓 14 Nov 2026, 12:02 PM
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The Reserve Bank of India has listed 14‑16 November as a bank holiday, meaning branches of State Bank of India, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and other scheduled commercial banks will remain closed.
The Reserve Bank of India’s official holiday calendar shows that 14, 15 and 16 November have been declared bank holidays across the country. The announcement, published on the RBI website, applies to all scheduled commercial banks and their regional offices.
As a result, major lenders such as State Bank of India, HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank will keep their retail branches closed for the three‑day period. Customers can still access digital banking platforms, mobile apps and internet banking, but in‑person services like cash withdrawals, cheque deposits and account opening will be unavailable.
The RBI’s holiday schedule is issued annually and aligns with national observances and banking operational considerations. While the specific reason for this year’s three‑day break has not been detailed, the calendar is binding for all banks under RBI’s jurisdiction.
Customers are advised to plan transactions ahead of the holiday, especially cash‑intensive activities, to avoid inconvenience. ATMs may operate on a reduced schedule, and any pending cheque clearances could be delayed until after 16 November.
As a result, major lenders such as State Bank of India, HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank will keep their retail branches closed for the three‑day period. Customers can still access digital banking platforms, mobile apps and internet banking, but in‑person services like cash withdrawals, cheque deposits and account opening will be unavailable.
The RBI’s holiday schedule is issued annually and aligns with national observances and banking operational considerations. While the specific reason for this year’s three‑day break has not been detailed, the calendar is binding for all banks under RBI’s jurisdiction.
Customers are advised to plan transactions ahead of the holiday, especially cash‑intensive activities, to avoid inconvenience. ATMs may operate on a reduced schedule, and any pending cheque clearances could be delayed until after 16 November.