The North Eastern region of India, comprising eight culturally diverse states, observes a distinct set of public and bank holidays reflecting regional festivals, historical events, and local traditions. For banks and financial institutions, adherence to state-specific holidays notified under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 is essential for ensuring compliance, smooth branch operations, and accurate customer communication.
This section presents state-wise bank holiday lists for the North Eastern States of India, including the State of Sikkim as notified by the respective State Governments and applicable to banking institutions. These holidays determine non-clearing days for banking transactions, including cheque clearing and branch operations. The compiled lists aim to serve as a reliable reference for bankers, professionals, businesses, and customers for effective planning of financial activities across the region.
Here are the state-wise bank holiday lists for the North Eastern States of India including Sikkim
Here are the State-wise lists of holidays
All Sundays and 2nd & 4th Saturdays are Bank Holidays under the explanation to section 25 of the Negotiable Instrument Act 1881. (This holiday rule is applicable to all commercial and co-operative banks operating in entire India). If any of the holidays for the festivals of Muslim fraternity notified above does not fall on the date notified, the holiday date may be altered by the concerned government or the community fraternity in government service may be granted special holidays on the date observable.
Disclaimer: While due care and diligence have been exercised in compiling the list of holidays provided above, inadvertent errors, omissions, or discrepancies may occur. The publisher does not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the information. Readers are advised to verify the details with the official notifications or circulars issued by the respective state or union territory banks, or by the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA), before acting upon the content herein. Neither the author nor any person associated, directly or indirectly, with this website shall be held responsible or liable for any loss, damage, or claim arising out of or in connection with the use of the information presented above.
