Deepavali (Balipadyami) Holiday in Bengaluru on November 10: Are Banks, Schools, Colleges and Offices Closed?

Bengaluru residents will observe a public holiday today, Tuesday, November 10, 2026, on account of Balipadyami, also known as Bali Pratipada or Govardhan Puja. Banks, government offices and the Indian stock markets will be closed in the city, while digital banking services will continue to operate. It is also a new year in the Vikram Samvat calendar.

The Karnataka government has included Balipadyami (Deepavali) on November 10 in its 2026 general holiday calendar. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has also listed Bengaluru among the cities where bank branches will remain closed today.
The holiday comes two days after Diwali, which was celebrated on Sunday, November 8. Monday, November 9, was a working day in Bengaluru, while Tuesday has been declared a holiday for Balipadyami.

Bengaluru Bank Holiday Today: Are Banks Closed on November 10?

Yes. Bank branches in Bengaluru will remain closed on Tuesday, November 10, as per the RBI's November 2026 holiday calendar.

The closure is observed in several cities, including Ahmedabad, Belapur, Bengaluru, Dehradun, Gangtok, Mumbai and Nagpur, for festivals and regional observances such as Diwali (Bali Pratipada), Govardhan Puja, Laxmi Puja and Vikram Samvat New Year.

Customers in Bengaluru can continue using online banking, mobile banking, UPI and ATM services. These digital and self-service facilities are expected to be available despite the closure of physical bank branches. Banks in Bengaluru are expected to reopen on Wednesday, November 11.

Government Offices Closed in Bengaluru Today

Government offices in Karnataka will be closed on November 10 as Balipadyami is included in the state's official general holiday list for 2026. The holiday applies to state government establishments in Bengaluru and other parts of Karnataka. Government schools and colleges are also expected to be closed in line with the state holiday, although students and parents should confirm the schedule with their respective institutions.

Stock Market Holiday Today: NSE, BSE Closed on November 10

The Indian stock market will also be closed today for the Diwali-Balipratipada holiday.

Both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will suspend regular trading on Tuesday, November 10. Equity, equity derivatives and other applicable market segments will be closed as per the exchange holiday calendar.

The next scheduled trading holiday after November 10 is November 24, 2026, on account of Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev. The exchanges will also remain closed on December 25 for Christmas.

What Services Will Remain Available in Bengaluru?

Although banks and government offices are closed, several essential services will continue to function.

• ATMs: Cash withdrawal and other ATM services will remain available.
• UPI: Digital payments through UPI apps will continue as usual.
• Mobile and internet banking: Customers can access banking services online.
• Private offices: Working schedules will depend on individual company policies.
• Schools and colleges: Government institutions are expected to observe the holiday; private institutions should be contacted directly.