List of Government and Bank Holidays in West Bengal in 2025

bank and government holidays in west bengal in 2025

Taking a break from the daily schedule is essential to rejuvenate your mind and soul for a fresh start. You can take a short trip with friends and family to your favorite destinations in West Bengal or other parts of the country. It will help maintain your work-life balance and refresh your mind.

Keep reading to know the list of government and bank holidays for West Bengal in 2025 and plan accordingly!

Team Digit

Government Holidays in West Bengal
Bank Holidays in West Bengal
Important Dates & Festivals in West Bengal
Frequently Asked Questions

List of Government Holidays in West Bengal in 2025

While planning a vacation, the first thing you should do is check the list of government holidays. This helps you plan your trip accordingly without any last-minute leave cancellation hassles.

The list of government holidays in West Bengal usually follows the national holiday list in India. However, West Bengal's regional and cultural uniqueness may lead to some differences.

Given below are the details of government holidays to be observed in West Bengal in 2025:

Date	Day	Holidays
12th January	Sunday	Swami Vivekananda Jayanti
23rd January	Thursday	Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Jayanti
26th January	Sunday	Republic Day
2nd February	Sunday	Vasant Panchami
12th February	Wednesday	Guru Rabindranath Jayanti
26th February	Wednesday	Maha Shivaratri
14th March	Friday	Doljatra
14th March	Friday	Holi
31st March	Monday	Eid-al-Fitr
6th April	Sunday	Ram Navami
10th April	Thursday	Mahavir Jayanti
14th April	Monday	Dr Ambedkar Jayanti
18th April	Friday	Good Friday
1st May	Thursday	May Day
12th May	Monday	Buddha Purnima
6th June	Sunday	Bakrid / Eid al Adha
27th July	Friday	Muharram
15th August	Friday	Independence Day
16th August	Saturday	Janmashtami
27th August	Wednesday	Ganesh Chaturthi
28th August	Thursday	Nuakhai
4th September	Thursday	Eid e Milad
7th September	Sunday	Mahalaya Amavasye
1st October	Wednesday	Maha Navami
2nd October	Thursday	Gandhi Jayanti
2nd October	Thursday	Vijaya Dashami
20th October	Monday	Lakshmi Puja
20th October	Monday	Deepavali
21st October	Tuesday	Deepavali
22nd October	Wednesday	Deepavali
1st November	Saturday	Guru Nanak’s Birthday
25th December	Thursday	Christmas Day

List of Bank Holidays in West Bengal in 2025

Knowing the list of bank holidays is essential to maintain seamless financial activities. It will help plan your crucial financial transactions, as holidays can delay processing and lead to severe inconveniences.

Though the bank holidays in West Bengal are similar to the rest of India, there can be some differences due to the regional occasions and celebrations.

Here are the bank holidays to be observed in West Bengal in 2025:

Date	Day	Holiday
11th January	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
12th January	Sunday	Swami Vivekanand Jayanti
23rd January	Thursday	Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Jayanti
25th January	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
26th January	Sunday	Republic Day
2nd February	Sunday	Vasant Panchami
8th February	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
12th February	Wednesday	Guru Rabindranath Jayanti
22nd February	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
8th March	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
14th March	Friday	Holi
22nd March	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
31st March	Monday	Eid-al-Fitr
5th April	Saturday	Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti
6th April	Sunday	Shri Ram Navami
12th April	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
14th April	Monday	Dr Ambedkar Jayanti
18th April	Friday	Good Friday
26th April	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
1st May	Thursday	May Day
10th May	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
12th May	Monday	Buddha Purnima
24th May	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
6th June	Sunday	Bakrid / Eid al Adha
14th June	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
28th June	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
12th July	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
26th July	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
27th July	Friday	Muharram
10th August	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
15th August	Friday	Independence Day
16th August	Saturday	Janmashtami
23th August	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
27th August	Wednesday	Ganesh Chaturthi
4th September	Thursday	Eid e Milad
13th September	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
27th September	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
2nd October	Thursday	Gandhi Jayanti
2nd October	Thursday	Vijaya Dashami
7th October	Tuesday	Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti
11th October	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
20th October	Monday	Deepavali
21st October	Tuesday	Deepavali
22nd October	Wednesday	Deepavali
25th October	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
1st November	Saturday	Guru Nanak Jayanti
8th November	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
22nd November	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
13th December	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
25th December	Thursday	Christmas Day
27th December	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday

*Please note that the dates and days may vary.

Read more about:

List of Important Dates & Festivals in West Bengal in 2025

West Bengal is home to people of many religions and cultural backgrounds, so it celebrates many festivals. The soulful festivals start with the Bengali New Year (Poila Baishakh) in April and end with Dol Yatra in March. All these festivals are known for their unique vibe and exquisiteness.

Poush Sankranti (14th January): Poush Sankranti is similar to Makar Sankranti. This harvest festival is widely popular across India. It is celebrated in the Bengali month of Poush and involves various delicacies made of newly harvested paddy and date palm syrup.
Saraswati Puja (2nd February): Also known as Vasant Panchami, it is a distinctive festival in West Bengal. This day marks the homecoming of Devi Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge. It is an auspicious day for students and professionals involved in academic careers.
Dol Purnima (14th March): The festival colour is called Holi all over the country, but in West Bengal, it is Dol Purnima. Dol Purnima marks the eternal love of Radha and Krishna by spreading vibrant colours and gulaals.
Poila Baisakh (15th April): It marks the first day of the Bengali year and is extremely popular in West Bengal. On this day, Bengalis wear traditional dresses (sarees and dhotis), offer puja to Ganesha, greet each other with sweets, and organise cultural programmes.
Durga Puja (28th September to 2nd October): Durga Puja is the biggest festival in West Bengal, celebrated for five days. It marks the victory of good over evil. All Bengalis deck up in new clothes and go pandal hopping to celebrate this auspicious festival, which ends on Vijaya Dashami.
Bhai Phonta (23rd October): Celebrated for the well-being and protection of brothers, bhai phonta takes place one or two days after Kali Puja (Dipawali). Sisters put tilak on their brothers' foreheads while chanting prayers for their long life and strength. It resembles Bhai Dooj to a great extent.
Chhat Puja (27th October to 28th October): This Vedic festival is celebrated widely to offer prayers to the Surya Devta (Sun God) and Chhat Maiya (Goddess Usha).

Know more about:

West Bengal will observe a list of bank and government holidays in 2025, offering multiple scopes and time for celebrations. Mark your calendars to plan your vacation and other tasks throughout the year accordingly.

FAQs about Government and Bank Holidays in West Bengal

All

Are the banks of West Bengal closed on any other Saturdays other than the 2nd and 4th of every month?

Banks in West Bengal usually remain closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month. However, they can also remain closed on other Saturdays in case of any national or regional holidays.

Which holidays are specific to West Bengal only?

Birth Anniversaries of Swami Vivekananda, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, and Rabindranath Tagore, Saraswati Pujo, Bengali New Year, Buddha Purnima, Durga Pujo, Laxmi Pujo, and Kali Pujo are some of the holidays specific to West Bengal.

How do bank holidays differ from government holidays in West Bengal in 2025?

Bank holidays in West Bengal largely overlap with government holidays, but they include additional observances specific to banking regulations. In 2025, all Sundays and the 2nd and 4th Saturday Bank Holidays of each month are bank holidays.

Are there any holidays in West Bengal that might affect business operations in 2025?

Yes, certain holidays in West Bengal can significantly affect business operations due to widespread observance and celebrations.