Bank Holidays In February 2026

February Bank Holidays

February 2026 brings four listed bank holidays in India. Two fall on Saturdays set by banking rules. Two are faith days marked across many states. Branch counters may close on these dates. Online banking and ATMs often work, yet some services slow. Local state notices may add more breaks. Payroll runs, cash delivery, and cheque clearing can shift too slightly.

Guru Ravidas Jayanti falls on Sunday, February 1, 2026. It honours Sant Ravidas, a Bhakti poet saint. He spoke of equal worth and simple devotion. Many followers visit temples and gurdwaras. Hymns from his verses are sung. Community meals, called langar, stress sharing. The day also recalls his link with artisan groups. Processions may pass through towns with devotional music.

Saturday, February 14, 2026 is the Second Saturday bank holiday. Under RBI practice, many banks close then. Back offices also pause, so paper work waits. Customers can still use UPI, cards, and net banking. Cash machines may need refills later. Stock markets may open, as they follow separate rules. Cheque clearing and demand drafts may resume next working day only.

Sunday, February 15, 2026 marks Maha Shivaratri. It is a major night for Lord Shiva. Many devotees fast and stay awake. They offer milk, water, and bilva leaves. The festival recalls Shiva as the destroyer of evil. Some also link it to Shiva and Parvati’s marriage. Temples hold long prayers and chanting. In many cities, fairs run near river ghats.

Saturday, February 28, 2026 is the Fourth Saturday bank holiday. It completes the monthly weekend closure cycle. Branches usually shut, including rural and urban units. Loan disbursal, passbook updates, and cash deposit slips may wait. Digital payments stay active. Government offices may still work, unless a state order says otherwise. For many, it also helps staff balance workloads safely nationwide.