Banks closed on April 3: Banks across most major cities in India, including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, and Bengaluru, will remain closed today, Friday, 3 April 2026, on account of Good Friday.
Both public and private banks, such as SBI, HDFC Bank, PNB, Axis Bank, and ICICI Bank are observing the holiday, as per the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) bank holiday calendar.
What is Good Friday?
Good Friday is observed by Christians to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It is a day of reflection, prayer, and remembrance of Jesus' sacrifice for humanity. Good Friday falls on the Friday of Holy Week, with Easter Sunday following. This year, it is observed on 3 April 2026.
Bank Holiday on Good Friday: City-wise list
- Ahmedabad
- Aizawl
- Belapur
- Bengaluru
- Bhopal
- Chennai
- Dehradun
- Gangtok
- Hyderabad
- Imphal
- Itanagar
- Kanpur
- Kochi
- Kohima
- Kolkata
- Lucknow
- Mumbai
- Nagpur
- New Delhi
- Panaji
- Patna
- Raipur
- Ranchi
- Shillong
- Shimla
- Thiruvananthapuram
- Vijayawada
Online Banking Services Open on Good Friday
Although banks are closed today, 3 April 2026, for Good Friday, online and digital banking services remain fully operational. Customers can continue to use net banking, mobile banking apps, UPI payments, and bill payments without interruption. ATM services are also available for cash withdrawals.
State-wise bank holiday list for April 2026
| Date | Day | State / City | Holiday / Occasion |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 April | Friday | Pan India: Ahmedabad, Aizawl, Belapur, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chennai, Dehradun, Gangtok, Hyderabad, Imphal, Itanagar, Kanpur, Kochi, Kohima, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Panaji, Patna, Raipur, Ranchi, Shillong, Shimla, Thiruvananthapuram, Vijayawada | Good Friday |
| 11 April | Saturday | Pan India | Second Saturday Week-off |
| 12 April | Sunday | Pan India | Sunday Week-off |
| 14 April | Tuesday | Agartala, Ahmedabad, Belapur, Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Dehradun, Gangtok, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Imphal, Jaipur, Jammu, Kanpur, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Panaji, Patna, Ranchi, Thiruvananthapuram, Vijayawada | Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti / Maha Vishuva Sankranti / Biju / Buisu Festival / Tamil New Year / Bohag Bihu / Cheiraoba / Baisakhi |
| 15 April | Wednesday | Agartala, Belapur, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Dehradun, Gangtok, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Imphal, Itanagar, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Panaji, Patna, Ranchi, Shimla, Srinagar, Thiruvananthapuram, Vijayawada | Bengali New Year's Day / Bohag Bihu / Vishu / Himachal Day |
| 16 April | Thursday | Itanagar, Kochi, Kolkata, Thiruvananthapuram | Bohag Bihu |
| 19 April | Sunday | Pan India | Sunday Week-off |
| 20 April | Monday | Guwahati | Basava Jayanti / Akshaya Tritiya |
| 21 April | Tuesday | Agartala | Garia Puja |
| 25 April | Saturday | Pan India | Fourth Saturday Week-off |
| 26 April | Sunday | Pan India | Sunday Week-off |