List of Government & Bank Holidays in Tamil Nadu in 2025

government and bank holidays in Tamil Nadu in 2025

A little holiday getaway is all you need to eliminate physical stress, enhance family relationships, improve mental health, and experience reduced workday burnout. These little breaks add value to our quality of life and improve overall productivity, as holidays are like a creativity boost that refreshes our body and mind.

Every state has its own list of designated holidays, some of which are common nationwide, while others may be specific to a particular state. Keep scrolling to learn more about the government and bank holidays in Tamil Nadu in 2025.

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Government Holidays in Tamil Nadu
Bank Holidays in Tamil Nadu
Important Dates & Festivals in Tamil Nadu
Frequently Asked Questions

List of Government Holidays in Tamil Nadu in 2025

Government holidays are usually observed on a national level across all states. However, some state-specific holidays align with the state's cultural and regional festivities. Therefore, you must know about the government holidays in your state to plan your schedules and trips smartly.

Below is the list of government holidays that are to be observed in Tamil Nadu in 2025:

Date	Day	Holidays
1st January	Wednesday	New Year’s Day
06th January	Monday	Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti
15th January	Wednesday	Thiruvalluvar Day
16th January	Thursday	Uzhavar Thirunal
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	Idul Fitr
6th April	Sunday	Ram Navami
10th April	Thursday	Mahavir Jayanti
14th April	Monday	Tamil New Year
14th April	Monday	Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti
18th April	Friday	Good Friday
29th April	Tuesday	Maharshi Parasuram Jayanti
30th April	Sunday	Basava Jayanti
1st May	Thursday	May Day / Labour Day
06th June	Sunday	Bakrid / Eid al Adha
11th June	Wednesday	Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti
03rd 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
22th September	Sunday	Mahalaya Amavasye
16th September	Monday	Ghatasthapana
1st October	Wednesday	Maha Navami
2nd October	Thursday	Gandhi Jayanthi
2nd October	Thursday	Vijaya Dasami
20th October	Monday	Deepavali
21st October	Tuesday	Deepavali
22nd October	Wednesday	Deepavali
24th December	Monday	Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji's Martyrdom Day.
25th December	Thursday	Christmas

List of Bank Holidays in Tamil Nadu in 2025

On some business days, financial institutions like banks take leave, which usually applies to their offline locations while their online services may be available. However, you must be aware of the list of bank holidays to avoid any hassles and hindrances in your money transactions and other related work.

Below is the list of bank holidays that are to be observed in Tamil Nadu in 2025:

Date	Day	Holidays
11th January	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
14th January	Tuesday	Pongal
15th January	Wednesday	Thiruvalluvar Day
16th January	Thursday	Uzhavar Thirunal
25th January	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
26th January	Sunday	Republic Day
8th February	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
24th 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	Idul Fitr
6th April	Sunday	Shri 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	Sunday	Basava Jayanti
1st May	Thursday	May 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
9th August	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
15th August	Friday	Independence Day
16th August	Saturday	Janmashtami/Parsi New Year
23th 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 Jayanthi
2nd October	Thursday	Vijaya Dashami
7th October	Tuesday	Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti
11th October	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
20th October	Monday	Deepavali
22nd October	Tuesday	Deepavali
23th October	Wednesday	Deepavali
25th October	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
8th November	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
22rd November	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
13th December	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
25th December	Thursday	Christmas
27th December	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday

*Please note that the date and day may vary.

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List of Important Dates & Festivals in Tamil Nadu in 2025

Tamil Nadu observes several state-specific vital dates and festivals. These days include Pongal, Thai Poosam, Thiruvalluvar Day, etc. These holidays and dates celebrate Tamil Nadu's diversity and respect its culture.

Pongal (14th Jan 2025): It is the harvest festival of Tamil Nadu, celebrated to thank nature for providing plenty of crops to feed the population. This four-day festival marks the end of the winter solstice.
Thiruvalluvar Day (15th Jan 2025): This day is observed in Tamil Nadu to mark the importance of the literary and philosophical works of the ancient Tamil poet and philosopher Thiruvalluvar. Thiruvalluvar is known for its most famous work, ‘Thirukkural,’ which is considered a masterpiece in Tamil literature.
Uzhavar Thirunal (16th Jan 2025): This day is marked in Tamil Nadu to celebrate the works of farmers. On this day, several agriculture-related activities and events are organized to thank the farmers and mark the importance of their roles in the economy and society.
Thiruvaiyaru Festival (18th Jan 2025): This annual Tamil music festival is observed to pay tribute to Thyagaraja, a widely known music composer and saint from the Thiruvaiyaru town in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu.
Thaipusam (11th Feb 2025): This day is celebrated in Tamil Nadu to mark the birth anniversary of Lord Subramaniam, the younger son of Lord Shiva.
Tamil New Year (14th Apr 2025): Locally known as ‘Puthandu’, Tamil New Year marks the beginning of the Tamil Calendar and is celebrated in the state with lovely Kolams and mango pickles.
Vijaya Dashami (2nd Oct 2025): This day in Tamil Nadu celebrates the victory of good over evil with great joy and zeal.
Deepavali (20th to 22nd Oct 2025): This festival is celebrated as the festival of lights in Tamil Nadu and is adorned with beautiful Kolams and delicious sweets.
Karthigai Deepam (4th Dec 2025): It is the oldest Tamil light festival and is considered an extension of Deepavali. It welcomes the new season and celebrates the birth of Lord Murugan, the Tamil War God.

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If you live in Tamil Nadu, you will have plenty of government and bank holidays in 2025. These will allow you to plan trips and outings with your loved ones and spend time with them. To avoid missing these dates, mark them on your calendars and plan your year accordingly.

FAQs about Government and Bank Holidays in Tamil Nadu

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Does the Tamil Nadu Government give Diwali a holiday?

Yes, the State Government of Tamil Nadu provides a holiday for Diwali.

How many government holidays will there be in Tamil Nadu in 2025?

There are a total of 26 government holidays in Tamil Nadu in 2025.

How many Pongal holidays will there be in Tamil Nadu in 2025?

Tamil Nadu will observe 3 Pongal holidays in 2025 from 14th Jan 2025 to 16th Jan 2025.

What is the date of Diwali in 2025 in Tamil Nadu?

Diwali will be observed on 20th Oct 2025 in Tamil Nadu, which is a Monday.