Bank Holiday Today, March 31, 2026? Know If Banks Are Open or Closed on Tuesday for Mahavir Jayanti

New Delhi, March 31: Banks across several parts of India will remain closed on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, on account of Mahavir Jayanti, as per the provisions of the Negotiable Instruments Act.

The festival, also known as Mahaveer Janma Kalyanak, marks the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir and is one of the most important occasions in Jainism. However, bank closures on March 31 are not uniform across the country.

Since India follows a region-wise holiday system, banks will remain shut only in select cities where Mahavir Jayanti is officially observed as a public holiday.

Major cities like Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Jaipur, and Lucknow are among those likely to observe the holiday, while banking operations may continue as usual in other regions. Bank Holiday List April 2026: State-Wise Closures, Saturdays and Sundays.

The Reserve Bank of India holiday calendar also considers regional festivals, national observances, and routine closures such as second and fourth Saturdays. This often leads to confusion among customers regarding bank working days.

Despite physical branches being closed in many locations, customers can continue to access essential banking services without disruption.

Digital platforms such as internet banking and mobile apps remain fully operational for fund transfers, bill payments, and balance checks.

Services like NEFT and RTGS are also available, subject to standard timings, while ATMs will function normally for cash withdrawals and card transactions. Bank Holidays March 30-April 5: Banks To Remain Closed for 5 Days Next Week; Check Details.