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Delhi Holidays 2026
Government, Bank & Public Holidays List

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Is today a Holiday in Delhi?

Today

(28 January 2026)
in Delhi
NO HOLIDAY
As of today, the Delhi Government has not announced any new public or government holiday. Updates about sudden closures, festival holidays, or bank holiday notifications will be added once an official announcement is made.

Is tomorrow a Holiday in Delhi?

Tomorrow

(29 January 2026)
in Delhi
NO HOLIDAY
Searches for “tomorrow holiday in Delhi” or “Delhi government declared holiday tomorrow” usually relate to sudden festival announcements, local events, bandhs, or government notifications. We update this section whenever the Delhi Government declares a holiday tomorrow, so bookmark this page and check the calendar for the Delhi holiday date you are looking for!

Weekend Holiday Status

*If today or tomorrow falls on Saturday or Sunday, it is usually a weekly off. However, weekends are not considered government-declared public holidays unless an official notification is issued.
**Banks and government offices are closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays, while Sundays are weekly offs but count as a public holiday only if officially declared.
The Delhi Holiday List 2026 brings together all public, government and bank holidays released for the state. It helps individuals plan ahead and enables HR, payroll and operations teams to manage leave calendars, shift rosters, compliance and payroll timelines efficiently.

Since people often look up details such as the Delhi holiday list 2026, Delhi government holidays, bank holidays in Delhi, or even quick checks like whether there’s a bank holiday in Delhi today or tomorrow, this page consolidates all that information in one reliable place.

List of Government, Public & Bank Holidays in Delhi 2026

DateDayHolidayHoliday Type
Jan 26MondayRepublic DayNational
Mar 4WednesdayHoliRegional
Mar 21SaturdayId-ul-FitrRegional
Mar 26ThursdayRam NavamiRegional
Mar 31TuesdayMahavir JayantiRegional
Apr 1WednesdayAnnual Closing of Bank AccountsRegional
Apr 3FridayGood FridayRegional
May 1FridayBuddha PurnimaRegional
May 27WednesdayId-ul-Zaha (Bakrid)Regional
Jun 26FridayMuharramRegional
Aug 15SaturdayIndependence DayNational
Aug 26WednesdayMilad-un-Nabi or Id-e-MiladRegional
Sep 4FridayJanmashtami (Vaishnva)Regional
Oct 2FridayMahatma Gandhi JayantiNational
Oct 20TuesdayDussehraRegional
Oct 26MondayMaharshi Valmiki's BirthdayRegional
Nov 8SundayDiwali (Deepavali)Regional
Nov 24TuesdayGuru Nanak JayantiRegional
Dec 25FridayChristmasRegional

Download: Delhi Government Notification

This holiday list is applicable for the following cities:
Faridabad, Gurgaon, Rohtak, Sonepat, Rewari, Jhajjhar, Panipat
Check holiday lists for all the Indian states here
Holiday list 2026

Pooja Holidays 2026 in Delhi

In Delhi, the term “Pooja Holidays” refers to major religious and cultural festivals that are widely observed across the city. While schools and educational institutions may declare additional breaks, government offices, banks, and private organizations observe official General Holidays on the main festival days listed below.
DateDayHolidayHoliday Type
Mar 4WednesdayHoliRegional
Sep 4FridayJanmashtami (Vaishnva)Regional
Oct 20TuesdayDussehraRegional
Nov 8SundayDiwali (Deepavali)Regional

Bank Holidays in Delhi in 2026

Bank holidays in Delhi are declared under the Negotiable Instruments Act and apply to all nationalised, private, and cooperative banks operating in the National Capital Territory. These holidays include national holidays, major religious festivals, and bank-specific observances notified by the government and RBI. If you’re searching for “today bank holiday in Delhi” or “tomorrow bank holiday in Delhi,” this list will help you stay informed and avoid payment delays, banking disruptions, or payroll processing issues. Note: Banks in Delhi are also closed on all Sundays and the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of every month. Some of the major bank holidays expected in Delhi in 2026 include:
DateDayHolidayHoliday Type
Jan 26MondayRepublic DayNational
Mar 4WednesdayHoliRegional
Mar 21SaturdayId-ul-FitrRegional
Mar 26ThursdayRam NavamiRegional
Mar 31TuesdayMahavir JayantiRegional
Apr 1WednesdayAnnual Closing of Bank AccountsRegional
Apr 3FridayGood FridayRegional
May 1FridayBuddha PurnimaRegional
May 27WednesdayId-ul-Zaha (Bakrid)Regional
Jun 26FridayMuharramRegional
Aug 15SaturdayIndependence DayNational
Aug 26WednesdayMilad-un-Nabi or Id-e-MiladRegional
Sep 4FridayJanmashtami (Vaishnva)Regional
Oct 2FridayMahatma Gandhi JayantiNational
Oct 20TuesdayDussehraRegional
Oct 26MondayMaharshi Valmiki's BirthdayRegional
Nov 8SundayDiwali (Deepavali)Regional
Nov 24TuesdayGuru Nanak JayantiRegional
Dec 25FridayChristmasRegional

Government/Public Holidays in Delhi in 2026

Delhi Government Holidays 2026 cover all official public holidays announced by the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi. These include national observances, religious festivals, cultural occasions, and regionally significant events observed across the city. This Delhi public holiday list 2026 helps residents, institutions, and businesses stay aligned with official government notifications and plan work schedules accordingly. Some of the key Delhi government/public holidays expected in 2026 include:
DateDayHolidayHoliday Type
Jan 26MondayRepublic DayNational
Mar 21SaturdayId-ul-FitrRegional
Mar 26ThursdayRam NavamiRegional
Mar 31TuesdayMahavir JayantiRegional
Apr 3FridayGood FridayRegional
May 1FridayBuddha PurnimaRegional
May 27WednesdayId-ul-Zaha (Bakrid)Regional
Jun 26FridayMuharramRegional
Oct 2FridayMahatma Gandhi JayantiNational
Oct 26MondayMaharshi Valmiki's BirthdayRegional
Nov 24TuesdayGuru Nanak JayantiRegional
Dec 25FridayChristmasRegional

Month-wise Delhi Holidays 2026

The following schedule outlines the official General Holidays and key Restricted Holidays (RH) for Delhi in 2026. This month-wise breakdown is essential for HR professionals to manage leave policies, payroll processing, and regulatory compliance throughout the year.
Here are Delhi Holidays for all 12 months of 2026:

Delhi Holidays January 2026:

  • Republic Day (Jan 26)

Delhi Holidays February 2026:

There are no holidays in Delhi in the month of February in 2026

Delhi Holidays March 2026:

  • Holi (Mar 4)
  • Id-ul-Fitr (Mar 21)
  • Ram Navami (Mar 26)
  • Mahavir Jayanti (Mar 31)

Delhi Holidays April 2026:

  • Annual Closing of Bank Accounts (Apr 1)
  • Good Friday (Apr 3)

Delhi Holidays May 2026:

  • Buddha Purnima (May 1)
  • Id-ul-Zaha (Bakrid) (May 27)

Delhi Holidays June 2026:

  • Muharram (Jun 26)

Delhi Holidays July 2026:

There are no holidays in Delhi in the month of July in 2026

Delhi Holidays August 2026:

  • Independence Day (Aug 15)
  • Milad-un-Nabi or Id-e-Milad (Aug 26)

Delhi Holidays September 2026:

  • Janmashtami (Vaishnva) (Sep 4)

Delhi Holidays October 2026:

  • Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti (Oct 2)
  • Dussehra (Oct 20)
  • Maharshi Valmiki's Birthday (Oct 26)

Delhi Holidays November 2026:

  • Diwali (Deepavali) (Nov 8)
  • Guru Nanak Jayanti (Nov 24)

Delhi Holidays December 2026:

  • Christmas (Dec 25)

How HR teams use this Delhi holiday list?

HR, payroll and operations teams rely heavily on this Delhi Government Holiday List 2026 to:
Prepare annual leave calendars
Manage shift planning and employee rosters
Align payroll cut-offs with bank holidays in Delhi
Maintain compliance with working-day requirements
Configure holidays in HRMS/Payroll software
Avoid salary delays caused by bank closures
Plan staffing during long weekends and festival clusters

FAQs on Delhi in 2026

Is tomorrow a holiday in Delhi?

Holidays depend on official government notifications. Check the “Tomorrow Holiday” section for real-time updates

Are bank holidays and government holidays the same in Delhi?

Not always. Banks follow RBI and government notifications, so bank holidays may differ.

Is Janmashtami a public holiday in Delhi?

Yes, Janmashtami is observed as a public holiday in Delhi.

Is 1 April a bank holiday in Delhi?

Yes. Banks are closed on 1 April for the annual closing of accounts.

Related links

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Disclaimer
The holiday dates provided in this list are tentative and based on the 2026 calendar. The official schedule for General and Restricted Holidays is declared by the Government of Delhi and notified under the Negotiable Instruments Act. Please note that dates for religious festivals are subject to change based on moon sightings and official government announcements. We recommend verifying these dates with the latest State Gazette notification or your organization's HR policies before planning leaves or financial transactions.
Table of content
  • All holidays
  • Pooja holidays
  • Bank holidays
  • Government/public holidays
  • Month-wise holidays
  • How HR teams use this list
  • FAQs
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