Bihar Bank Holiday List 2025

Published on 21 Jun, 2021, 6:27 AM IST

Updated on 7 Jul, 2025, 6:27 AM IST

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Bank holidays in Bihar consists of festivals, national and state-specific holidays. Indian banks also observe their mandatory holidays during the month. Read on to find out the list of Bihar Bank Holidays in 2025, festivals and other important days observed by the state.

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Bank Holidays Calendar in Bihar

Banks, be it public or private sector, observe mandatory holidays on second and fourth Saturdays of the month apart from the regular Sundays. They are also closed on account of festivals and national holidays during the calendar year. Banking transactions are unavailable during the bank holidays calendar in Bihar; however, the internet has made it easier for bank customers to perform certain banking transactions such as transfer of funds.

List of Bank Holidays in Bihar 2025

Below is day, date and name of holidays observed by banks in Bihar during the calendar year 2025

Bank Holidays in Bihar During January 2025

Day	Date	Holiday
Saturday	January 11	Second Saturday
Saturday	January 25	Fourth Saturday
Sunday	January 26	Republic Day

Bank Holidays in Bihar During February 2025

Day	Date	Holiday
Saturday	February 08	Second Saturday
Saturday	February 22	Fourth Saturday

Bank Holidays in Bihar During March 2025

Day	Date	Holiday
Saturday	March 08	Second Saturday
Friday	March 14	Holi
Saturday	March 22	Fourth Saturday
Monday	March 31	Idul Fitar

Bank Holidays in Bihar During April 2025

Day	Date	Holiday
Thursday	April 06	Ram Navami
Saturday	April 12	Second Saturday
Monday	April 14	Dr Ambedkar Jayanti
Friday	April 18	Good Friday
Saturday	April 26	Fourth Saturday

Bank Holidays in Bihar During May 2025

Day	Date	Holiday
Thursday	May 01	May Day
Saturday	May 10	Second Saturday
Saturday	May 24	Fourth Saturday

Bank Holidays in Bihar During June 2025

Day	Date	Holiday
Saturday	June 07	Bakrid / Eid al-Adha
Saturday	June 14	Second Saturday
Saturday	June 28	Fourth Saturday

Bank Holidays in Bihar During July 2025

Day	Date	Holiday
Sunday	July 06	Muharram
Saturday	July 12	Second Saturday
Saturday	July 26	Fourth Saturday

Bank Holidays in Bihar During August 2025

Day	Date	Holiday
Saturday	August 09	Second Saturday
Friday	August 15	Independence Day
Saturday	August 16	Janmashtami
Saturday	August 23	Fourth Saturday

Bank Holidays in Bihar During September 2025

Day	Date	Holiday
Saturday	September 13	Second Saturday
Saturday	September 27	Fourth Saturday

Bank Holidays in Bihar During October 2025

Day	Date	Holiday
Wednesday	October 01	Maha Navami
Thursday	October 02	Gandhi Jayanti
Saturday	October 11	Second Saturday
Tuesday	October 21	Diwali
Saturday	October 25	Fourth Saturday
Monday	October 27	Chhath Puja
Tuesday	October 28	Chhath Puja Holiday

Bank Holidays in Bihar During November 2025

Day	Date	Holiday
Saturday	08 November	Second Saturday
Saturday	22 November	Fourth Saturday

Bank Holidays in Bihar During December 2025

Day	Date	Holiday
Saturday	13 December	Second Saturday
Thursday	25 December	Christmas Day
Saturday	27 December	Fourth Saturday

Note: The list of Bihar bank holidays is applicable across the state including the cities listed below:

Patna
Nalanda
Gaya
Darbhanga
Muzaffarpur
Kishunganj
Saharsa
Bihar Sharif
Munger
Katihar

Also, read: India Bank Holidays List 2025

Places to Visit During Holidays in Bihar

Bihar is known for its religious and cultural history. Several religious sites especially the Buddhist places are popular for travellers from across the globe. Below are some of the attractions in Bihar:

Bodhgaya and The Mahabodhi Temple: Bodhgaya is considered as the most important pilgrimage site in the world since this is where Buddha was enlightened while meditating under a Bodhi tree. In the same location stands the Mahabodhi temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you are interested to know more about Buddhism, there are several retreats and courses that may enlighten you.
Ruins of Nalanda University: Dating back to the 5th century, the Nalanda university once boasted of more than 10,000 monks and students survived until the 12th century before it was destroyed by invaders. The important aspect of the ruins is the Stupa of Sariputra, which is a pyramid-shaped stupa offering a mesmerising experience. In 2016, it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Sonepur Fair: The Sonepur fair is an annual rural festival. From religious festivities to animal trading, the fair showcases the culture and traditions still followed by the local populace. The performance of tantriks, elephants, and other pilgrims is certainly mesmerising.
Vishwa Shanti Stupa (World Peace Pagoda): Located in Rajgir, Vishwa Shanti Stupa is one of the seven Peace Pagodas in India. The structure was built in 1969 and the mainstay of the Peace Pagoda is the four statues of Buddha representing birth, enlightenment, teaching and death of Buddha’s life.