List of Government & Bank Holidays in Punjab in 2025

Every year, the Punjab Government declares a list of government and bank holidays when public companies, banks, schools, and most private firms remain closed. Thus, if you are a resident of this state or reside here for study or work-related purposes, taking note of these holidays is necessary.

It will enable you to plan vacations and other personal appointments accordingly, ensuring that you can make the best out of them.

Keep reading to learn the list of government and bank holidays in Punjab in 2025.

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Government Holidays in Punjab
Bank Holidays in Punjab
Important Dates and Festivals in Punjab
Frequently Asked Questions

List of Government Holidays in Punjab in 2025

Government holidays in Punjab are mostly the same as the national holidays list of the rest of India. However, some regional and cultural holidays may differ for this particular state.

Check out the list of government holidays in Punjab in 2025 below:

Date	Day	Holiday
1st January	Wednesday	New Year's Day
6th January	Monday	Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti
26th January	Sunday	Republic Day
12th February	Wednesday	Guru Ravidas Jayanti
26th February	Wednesday	Maha Shivaratri
14th March	Friday	Holi
30th March	Sunday	Gudi Padwa
31st March	Monday	Eid al-Fitr
6th April	Sunday	Ram Navami
10th April	Thursday	Mahavir Jayanti
14th April	Monday	Dr Ambedkar Jayanti
18th April	Friday	Good Friday
29th April	Tuesday	Maharshi Parasuram Jayanti
30th April	Wednesday	Basava Jayanti
1st May	Thursday	May Day
6th June	Sunday	Bakrid / Eid al Adha
11th June	Wednesday	Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti
3rd July	Thursday	Karkidaka Vavu Bali
27th July	Friday	Muharram
15th August	Friday	Independence Day
16th August	Saturday	Janmashtami
27th August	Wednesday	Ganesh Chaturthi
2nd September	Tuesday	Ramdev Jayanti
4th September	Thursday	Eid e Milad
7th September	Sunday	Mahalaya Amavasye
22nd September	Monday	Ghatasthapana
1st October	Wednesday	Maha Navami
2nd October	Thursday	Gandhi Jayanti
2nd October	Thursday	Vijaya Dashami
7th October	Tuesday	Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti
20th October to 22nd October	Monday to Wednesday	Deepavali
24th November	Monday	Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji's Martyrdom Day
25th December	Thursday	Christmas Day

List of Bank Holidays in Punjab in 2025

Bank holidays in India are business days when banks and other financial services institutions, such as stock markets and brokerage platforms, remain closed. Although you can avail yourself of online banking services, some financial transactions can be delayed.

The bank holidays in Punjab are similar to those in the rest of India, but certain regional and cultural holidays may tend to differ.

The table below contains the list of bank holidays in Punjab in 2025:

Date	Day	Holiday
11th January	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
26th January	Sunday	Republic Day / 4th Saturday Bank Holiday
8th February	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
12th February	Wednesday	Guru Ravidas Jayanti
19th February	Wednesday	Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti
22nd February	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
8th March	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
14th March	Friday	Holi
22nd March	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
30th March	Sunday	Ugadi
31st March	Monday	Eid al-Fitr
6th April	Sunday	Ram Navami
10th April	Thursday	Mahavir Jayanti
12th April	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
14th April	Monday	Dr Ambedkar Jayanti
18th April	Friday	Good Friday
26th April	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
30th April	Wednesday	Basava Jayanti
1st May	Thursday	May Day / Maharashtra Day
10th May	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
24th May	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
6th June	Sunday	Bakrid / Eid al Adha
14th June	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
28th June	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
12th July	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
26th July	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
27th July	Friday	Muharram
10th August	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
15th August	Friday	Independence Day / Parsi New Year
16th August	Saturday	Janmashtami
23rd August	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
27th August	Wednesday	Ganesh Chaturthi
4th September	Thursday	Eid e Milad
7th September	Sunday	Mahalaya Amavasye
13th September	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
27th September	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
1st October	Wednesday	Maha Navami
2nd October	Thursday	Gandhi Jayanti
2nd October	Thursday	Vijaya Dashami
7th October	Tuesday	Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti
11th October	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
20th October to 22nd October	Monday to Wednesday	Deepavali
25th October	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
8th November	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
22nd November	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
13th December	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
25th December	Thursday	Christmas Day
27th December	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday

*Please note that the dates and days may vary.

List of Important Dates & Festivals in Punjab in 2025

Festivals are an intricate part of Punjabi culture, where people celebrate land, nature, the arrival of seasons like spring and monsoon, womanhood, familial relationships, and more. They are characterized as loud, lively, and filled with enthusiasm.

Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti (6th January): This festival commemorates Guru Gobind Singh's birth anniversary.
Guru Ravidas Jayanti (12th February): This day celebrates the birth anniversary of Guru Ravidas, the famous Bhakti movement saint.
Ram Navami (6th April): This festival celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, Lord Vishnu's seventh avatar.
Mahavir Jayanti (10th April): This day celebrates the birth of Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara of the Jains.
Vaisakhi (13th April): Vaisakhi is a festival that celebrates 1699, the year in which the Khalsa was established.
Maharshi Parasuram Jayanti (29th April): This festival commemorates the birth of Maharishi Parshuram, Lord Vishnu's sixth avatar.
Eid al-Fitr (31st April): Eid-al-Fitar marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti (11th June): This day celebrates the birth of Sant Kabir.
Janmashtami (16th August): Janmashtami is a festival celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna.
Navratri (22nd September to 1st October): Navratri is a 9-day festival celebrating Goddess Durga's victory over Mahishasura.
Vijaya Dashami (2nd October): Vijaya Dashami is the 10th day of Navratri, and it celebrates Lord Rama's victory over Ravana.
Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti (7th October): Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti commemorates the birth of Valmiki, the famous sage who wrote the Ramayana.
Diwali (21st November): Diwali is a festival celebrating Lord Rama's return to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana.
Guru Nanak Jayanti (5th November): This festival celebrates the birth of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism.

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Now that you know all the government and bank holidays in Punjab in 2025, you can plan your work and vacations accordingly. Moreover, avoid making any professional appointments on these dates as they can easily be cancelled or postponed at the last minute.

FAQs about Government and Bank Holidays in Punjab

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Can I enjoy the regional holidays of Punjab while working from another state?

If you work for the Punjab government or any company based in Punjab, you will enjoy its regional holidays.

Can I enjoy Government holidays if I work in a private company in Punjab?

Whether you can or not depends on your company’s management team. Usually, mandatory public holidays are applicable even for private companies.

How many bank holidays will Punjab get in 2025?

Punjab will get 45 bank holidays in 2025.

Are banks closed on all government holidays in Punjab?

Yes, all banks in Punjab remain closed on government holidays.

Is Janmashtami a bank holiday in Punjab?

Yes, Janmashtami is a bank holiday in Punjab.

Are the dates for holidays fixed or can they be subject to alterations?

National holidays are considered to be the same throughout the country sans any changes. In contrast, specific provinces may experience an alteration in certain cases, owing to the government of Punjab amalgamating new dates whenever they see fit.

Are strikes, elections, or scenarios that take place similar to these considered holidays?

These instances do not officially classify as government-sanctioned holidays, which implies some firms may still function, and if an election occurs, you may be able to work from home.

Are celebrations like Lohri and Vaisakhi considered holidays in Punjab?

Yes, several state celebrations, such as Guru Nanak Jayanti, Lohri, and Vaisakhi, have all been confirmed to be considered government-arranged holidays in Punjab.

Are educational institutes in Punjab still open on holidays that the government has announced?

Whether or not the government announces holidays, educational institutes like schools and universities in Punjab are not allowed to function.