Banks in Karnataka, including branches of SBI, HDFC Bank and other lenders in Bengaluru, will remain closed today, Monday, 20 April 2026, in view of Basava Jayanti and Akshaya Tritiya, as per the Reserve Bank of India holiday calendar.
Bank branches in other states will remain open unless a separate regional holiday has been notified.
Bank holidays in India differ from state to state because local festivals, cultural events and regional observances are taken into account. Apart from these, all scheduled and non-scheduled banks remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month, along with all Sundays.
Here's a look at the RBI holiday calendar for the month of April
Basava Jayanti is mainly observed in Karnataka and marks the birth anniversary of Basavanna, the 12th-century philosopher, poet and social reformer associated with the Lingayat tradition. He is remembered for advocating equality and opposing caste discrimination. Basavanna also founded the Anubhava Mantapa, a spiritual and intellectual forum for saints and scholars.
Upcoming Bank Holidays in April
21 April: Banks in Tripura will remain closed for Garia Puja
25 April: Fourth Saturday holiday across India
26 April: Sunday weekly closure nationwide
Services Available During Bank Holidays
Although branches remain closed, digital banking services continue to function normally. Customers can use:
Mobile banking apps
Internet banking
UPI services
ATMs for cash withdrawal
NEFT and RTGS transfers
Online cheque book requests
Demand draft applications
Account updates and standing instructions
Branch services such as cash deposits, cheque clearing and in-person assistance will not be available during the holiday.