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Bank Holiday Today: Are Banks Open on Friday, May 2, 2025?
Wondering whether banks are open today? According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar, banks across India will remain open on Friday, May 2, 2025.
Bank branches typically remain closed on national, regional, or religious holidays, along with the second and fourth Saturdays and every Sunday. However, May 2 does not fall under any of these categories for most states or union territories.
Banks Are Open on May 2, 2025
There are no bank holidays scheduled nationwide for Friday, May 2, so customers can carry out all in-person banking activities without disruption. Services such as cash deposits, withdrawals, cheque processing, and branch-level operations will function normally.
Upcoming Bank Holidays in May 2025 (Excluding Weekends)
Here's a region-wise list of bank holidays in May 2025 based on RBI guidelines:
| Date | Day | Occasion | States/Regions Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2025 | Thursday | Maharashtra Day, Labour Day | Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, West Bengal, etc. |
| May 7, 2025 | Wednesday | Panchayat Election | Gangtok (Sikkim) |
| May 9, 2025 | Friday | Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti | Kolkata (West Bengal) |
| May 12, 2025 | Monday | Buddha Purnima | Multiple states incl. Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata |
| May 16, 2025 | Friday | State Day | Sikkim |
| May 26, 2025 | Monday | Kazi Nazrul Islam Birthday | Tripura |
| May 29, 2025 | Thursday | Maharana Pratap Jayanti | Himachal Pradesh |
Digital Banking Available 24/7
Even on regional bank holidays, customers can access online banking services including:
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NEFT/RTGS fund transfers
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Credit/debit card services
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ATM withdrawals
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Mobile and internet banking
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Account management services
These services ensure uninterrupted financial access despite physical branch closures.
Where to Confirm Regional Bank Holidays?
To verify local holiday closures:
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Visit the official RBI website
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Check public notifications from your bank
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Refer to regional government gazettes
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