Rajasthan Public Holidays List 2025

Published on 21 Jun, 2021, 6:45 AM IST

Updated on 18 Jul, 2025, 12:07 PM IST

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Public holidays in Rajasthan are state-related as well as nation-related. This means Rajasthan’s public holidays for 2025 include Ghatasthapna, which is not a holiday in most of the Indian states. And Independence Day, which is a national event, is a part of Rajasthan’s general holidays. Most of the public sector organizations and private organizations keep their offices closed on Rajasthan’s public holidays. Usually, there is a holiday in schools and colleges as well.

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As most of the government organizations are closed during these days, you will have to plan your government-specific work accordingly. As offices and educational institutions are closed, families look at Rajasthan’s general holidays as an opportunity to spend some quality time by going on a trip.

Rajasthan Public Holidays Calendar List for 2025

Here’s a table featuring a list of holidays calendar in Rajasthan in 2025. Note that certain holidays cannot be predicted accurately, therefore they may be subject to changes.

Holidays in Rajasthan During January 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Wednesday	01 January	New Year's Day
Monday	06 January	Guru Gibing Singh Jayanti
Thursday	23 January	Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti
Sunday	26 January	Republic Day

Holidays in Rajasthan During February 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Wednesday	26 February	Maha Shivaratri

Holidays in Rajasthan During March 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Friday	14 March	Holi
Sunday	30 March	Ugadi
Monday	31 March	Id-ul-Fir

Holidays in Rajasthan During April 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Saturday	05 April	Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti
Sunday	06 April	Ram Navami
Monday	14 April	Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti
Friday	18 April	Good Friday
Tuesday	29 April	Maharshi Parasuram Jayanti

Holidays in Rajasthan During May 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Thursday	01 May	May Day

Holidays in Rajasthan During June 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Saturday	07 June	Bakri Eid
Wednesday	11 June	Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti

Holidays in Rajasthan During July 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Friday	27 July	Muharram

Holidays in Rajasthan During August 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Friday	15 August	Independence Day
Saturday	16 August	Janmashtami
Wednesday	27 August	Ganesh Chaturthi
Thursday	28 August	Nuakhai

Holidays in Rajasthan During September 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Friday	05 September	Eid e Milad
Sunday	07 September	Mahalaya Amavasye
Monday	22 September	Ghatasthapana

Holidays in Rajasthan During October 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Wednesday	01 October	Maha Navami
Thursday	02 October	Gandhi Jayanti
Monday	20 October	Diwali
Tuesday	21 October	Diwali Holiday
Wednesday	22 October	Diwali Holiday

Holidays in Rajasthan During November 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Saturday	01 November	Guru Nanak’s Birthday
Wednesday	05 November	Guru Nanak Jayanti

Holidays in Rajasthan During December 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Thursday	25 December	Christmas

Note: The above-mentioned list of holidays is for Rajasthan including its popular cities. Here’s a list.

Jaipur
Jodhpur
Kota
Bikaner
Ajmer
Udaipur
Bhilwara
Alwar
Bharatpur
Sri Ganganagar

Also, read: India Public Holidays List 2025

Top Festivals in Rajasthan:

There is more to Rajasthan than the desert. The state has a rich history and a vibrant cultural legacy. You will be charmed by its mighty forts and welcoming people. Due to the world-class hospitality, Rajasthan has been a top destination for international travellers. A lot of Indian travellers also visit Rajasthan’s popular cities such as Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Jaisalmer.

Apart from widely celebrated festivals such as Diwali and Holi, there are some exciting state-specific festivals celebrated in India. These festivals highlight the culture of the region where they are held. Rajasthan is a destination that can be enjoyed by young and old. You can also enjoy a road trip across the state for an eventful journey. Here’s a list of popular festivals celebrated across Rajasthan.

Desert Festival: Head to Jaisalmer during the Desert Festival for an unforgettable experience. It is a three-day festival featuring a variety of cultural shows. The festival ends on a full moon night. It is a great time to be amidst the dunes. Folk dances and camel rides are popular attractions during the desert festival.
Bikaner Camel Festivals: Bikaner is a great place to spot camels. The Bikaner Camel Festival features unique camel performances, which include camel decoration and camel dancing. The festival lasts for two days and ends with a mesmerizing display of fireworks. The Government of Rajasthan manages the Bikaner Camel Festival.
Nagaur Fair: This four-day festival is held in a place called Nagaur, which falls between Jodhpur and Bikaner. It can be viewed as a cattle fair. The Nagaur Fair is a vibrant market for trading cattle. Men sport long moustaches and wear traditional dresses. There are several competitions like camel races taking place side-by-side.
Pushkar Fair: This fair is held in Rajasthan’s Pushkar for a period of 13 days. Traditionally, it was a camel trading fair. Horses and cattle were also traded. Now, the trading takes place before the festival itself. The Pushkar Fair offers attractions like camel safari and a ride in a hot air balloon. The camels are decorated by their owners during the fair. One can view culturally charged music and dance performances. The fair ends with attractive fireworks.
Elephant Festival: What is more royal than elephants? Get the royal feel by watching decorated elephants in Jaipur. This one-day festival features a procession of well-groomed elephants. These elephants are painted on and adorned with gold. The festival involves female elephants and includes a race and tug-of-war. This festival attracts a huge crowd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are all educational, financial and government institutions closed on public holidays in Rajasthan?

The majority of educational, financial and government institutions do not function on public holidays in Rajasthan. However, there might be some who do not have a holiday.

Are the public holidays mentioned in the table fixed?

Most of the public holidays in Rajasthan mentioned in the table are fixed but there are some whose exact dates can be determined just a few days before the festival, for example – Eid.

Do all private organizations also follow the Rajasthan public holidays calendar?

Usually, private organizations only offer holidays for major state-related and national level holidays. Therefore, all private organizations might not follow the public holiday leave calendar. Private organizations have their own calendar, which can be influenced by the public holiday calendar.

Which is the ideal time to visit Rajasthan?

Rajasthan is known for its desert and most of the year, Rajasthan experiences high temperatures. Tourists usually prefer visiting Rajasthan from November to February.

Which are some of the popular cities to visit in Rajasthan?

Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, and Bikaner are some of the popular cities to visit in Rajasthan. These cities have a variety of tourist attractions.