Jharkhand Bank Holidays List 2022

Published on 21 Jun, 2021, 6:35 AM IST

Updated on 6 Jun, 2022, 11:25 AM IST

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Similar to other north Indian states, Jharkhand comprises several towns and villages. The state is known for its mineral resources. Coal and iron ore are crucial to Jharkhand’s industry set-up. Apart from mining, Jharkhand’s economy is also dependent on agriculture. The cottage industry and Information technology industry also contribute to Jharkhand’s development.

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The state’s banking system ensures that all transactions take place smoothly. However, there are times when banks are closed in the state. Read ahead to know more about bank holidays in Jharkhand.

Here are five important things you should know about bank holidays in Jharkhand for 2022.

All Sundays are declared a part of Jharkhand’s bank holidays.
The list of Jharkhand’s bank holidays for 2022 includes the second and fourth Saturdays of each month.
Jharkhand’s bank holidays for 2022 are declared by the state government.
List of bank holidays in Jharkhand is followed by the public banks as well as the private banks.
Online banking facilities are operational during bank holidays in Jharkhand.

Bank Holidays Calendar in Jharkhand 2022:

Listed below are the days on which bank’s branch offices shall remain closed in Jharkhand. Note that the following table gives an overview and some of these dates might be subject to change. For details, you can visit Jharkhand’s government website.

Bank holidays in Jharkhand during January

Day	Date	Holiday
Saturday	8 January	Second Saturday
Saturday	22 January	Fourth Saturday
Wednesday	26 January	Republic Day

Bank holidays in Jharkhand during February

Day	Date	Holiday
Saturday	12 Feb	Second Saturday
Saturday	26 Feb	Fourth Saturday

Bank holidays in Jharkhand during March

Day	Date	Holiday
Tuesday	1 March	Maha Shivaratri
Saturday	12 March	Second Saturday
Saturday	19 March	Holi
Saturday	26 March	Fourth Saturday

Bank holidays in Jharkhand during April

Day	Date	Holiday
Monday	4 April	Sarhul
Saturday	9 April	Second Saturday
Thursday	14 April	Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti & Mahavir Jayanti
Friday	15 April	Good Friday
Saturday	23 April	Fourth Saturday

Bank holidays in Jharkhand during May

Day	Date	Holiday
Tuesday	3 May	EId-ul-Fitr
Saturday	14 May	Second Saturday
Monday	16 May	Buddha Poornima
Saturday	28 May	Fourth Saturday

Bank holidays in Jharkhand during June

Day	Date	Holiday
Saturday	11 June	Second Saturday
Saturday	25 June	Fourth Saturday

Bank holidays in Jharkhand during July

Day	Date	Holiday
Saturday	9 July	Second Saturday
Sunday	10 July	Bakrid
Saturday	23 July	Fourth Saturday

Bank holidays in Jharkhand during August

Day	Date	Holiday
Tuesday	9 August	Muharram
Saturday	13 August	Second Saturday
Monday	15 August	Independence Day
Friday	19 August	Janmashtami
Saturday	27 August	Fourth Saturday

Bank holidays in Jharkhand during September

Day	Date	Holiday
Saturday	10 September	Second Saturday
Saturday	24 September	Fourth Saturday

Bank holidays in Jharkhand during October

Day	Date	Holiday
Sunday	2 October	Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
Monday	3 October	Maha Ashtami
Tuesday	4 October	Maha Navami
Wednesday	5 October	Vijaya Dashami
Saturday	8 October	Second Saturday
Sunday	9 October	Eid-E-Milad
Saturday	22 October	Fourth Saturday
Tuesday	25 October	Diwali
Sunday	30 October	Chhath Puja

Bank holidays in Jharkhand during November

Day	Date	Holiday
Tuesday	8 November	Guru Nanak Jayanti
Saturday	12 November	Second Saturday
Saturday	26 November	Fourth Saturday

Bank holidays in Jharkhand during December

Day	Date	Holiday
Saturday	10 December	Second Saturday
Saturday	24 December	Fourth Saturday
Sunday	25 December	Christmas

Note: This table applies to the entire state of Jharkhand including the following areas.

Jamshedpur
Dhanbad
Ranchi
Bokaro Steel City
Deoghar
Chakradharpur
Phusro
Hazaribagh
Giridih
Ramgarh

Also, read: India Bank Holidays List 2022

Top Places to Visit in Jharkhand:

Do visit the following places if you are planning a trip to Jharkhand.

Ranchi: There’s more to Ranchi than being called as M. S. Dhoni’s hometown. It is the capital of Jharkhand and is known for its waterfalls. Jharkhand offers soothing views featuring mountains, hills and waterfalls. Bisra Zoological Park, Ranchi Lake, and Deer Park are its other attractions.

Jamshedpur: The city of Jamshedpur is synonymous with Tata Steel. It is Jharkhand’s largest city and is also referred to as Steel City. Jamshedpur is a well-planned city and is known for tourist spots like Dalma Hills, Jayanti Sarovar, and Bhuvaneshwari Temple.

Hazaribagh: If we break down the name of this city, we get ‘hazar’ and ‘bagh’; words that mean thousand and garden, respectively. Hazaribagh is known for its green cover and is a renowned wildlife tourism destination.

Giridih: Before 1972, Giridih was a part of Hazaribagh. Afterwards, it became a separate city known for its green hills. The city is a pilgrim site for the Jain community. Parasnath Hills, Harihar Dham, and Devari Temple are its major tourist sites.

Deoghar: This Jharkhand city is a well-known destination for religious tourism. It houses one of the 12 jyotirlingas – Baba Baidyanath temple. The city is also home to several Lord Shiva temples. You can visit Trikuta Hills, Shivganga, and Hathi Pahar in Deoghar.

Netarhat: Netarhat is a popular hill station in Jharkhand. It is frequented by tourists looking for a change from their hectic city life. It is a sought-after spot in the summer season. Do not miss the Magnolia Sunset Point and Ghaghri Falls in Netarhat.

Palamu: From a wildlife sanctuary to a fort, Palamu offers a lot to its visitors. It is a widely-visited spot in Jharkhand. History and culture enthusiasts will have a lot to cherish on visiting Palamu.