December 2026 concludes the year with a blend of cultural, religious, and regional holidays such as Christmas, Goa Liberation Day, and New Year’s Eve. Though banks stay closed on these days, digital platforms like UPI, IMPS, NEFT, and ATMs ensure uninterrupted financial access.
Make sure to complete essential transactions beforehand to avoid last-minute disruptions during these festive closures. Plan your banking work in advance to ensure smooth financial operations during this festive month.
List of Bank Holidays in India for December 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Applicable States / Regions |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 5, 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday Bank Holiday | All Banks |
| December 6, 2026 | Sunday | Weekend Holiday | All Banks |
| December 12, 2026 | Saturday | Pa Togan Nengminza Sangma | Meghalaya |
| December 13, 2026 | Sunday | Weekend Holiday | All Banks |
| December 19, 2026 | Saturday | Goa Liberation Day | Goa |
| December 20, 2026 | Sunday | Weekend Holiday | All Banks |
| December 24, 2026 | Thursday | Christmas Eve (Regional) | Northeast States & Kerala |
| December 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
| December 26, 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday Bank Holiday | All Banks |
| December 27, 2026 | Sunday | Weekend Holiday | All Banks |
| December 30, 2026 | Wednesday | U Kiang Nangbah | Meghalaya |
| December 31, 2026 | Thursday | New Year’s Eve (Regional) | Mizoram, Meghalaya, Tamil Nadu |
Highlights of Major Bank Holidays in December 2026
1. Pa Togan Nengminza Sangma (December 12, 2026)
Observed in Meghalaya to honor the bravery of tribal freedom fighter Pa Togan Sangma, this regional holiday witnesses parades and cultural events.
2. Goa Liberation Day (December 19, 2026)
Commemorates the day when Goa was liberated from Portuguese rule in 1961. Banks and government offices in Goa remain closed.
3. Christmas Eve (December 24, 2026)
Observed in several regions with large Christian populations as a preparation day for Christmas celebrations.
4. Christmas Day (December 25, 2026)
A national holiday celebrated across India marking the birth of Jesus Christ. Banks, schools, and many offices remain closed nationwide.
5. U Kiang Nangbah (December 30, 2026)
Honors Khasi freedom fighter U Kiang Nangbah, celebrated with great pride in Meghalaya through local processions and tributes.
6. New Year’s Eve (December 31, 2026)
Many states, particularly in the northeast and southern India, observe this as a regional holiday marking the end of the year.
7. Second & Fourth Saturdays (December 5 and 26, 2026)
As per RBI regulations, banks will remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays every month, along with regular Sundays.
Note: These holidays differ from state to state, based on RBI guidelines and respective state notifications.
While banks will remain closed for in-person services during these days, customers can conveniently access digital banking, UPI, ATMs, and net banking for most financial transactions. However, services such as cheque clearing, branch deposits, and demand drafts will not be available.
