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Since February 8 falls on the second Saturday, banks nationwide, including in Delhi, will be closed.
Bank Holidays: Despite physical branch closures, customers can still access banking services through ATMs, mobile banking apps, and online banking platforms for essential transactions.
Bank Holiday Today: Today, February 8, marks the announcement of Delhi Assembly election results. With this significant event taking place, many may wonder whether banks in the national capital will be open or closed. Additionally, since today is a Saturday, how does that affect banking operations across India? Let’s take a look.
Bank Holiday on February 8 – Second Saturday Closure
As per the standard banking schedule, all banks—both public and private—across India remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month. Since February 8 falls on the second Saturday, banks nationwide, including in Delhi, will be closed.
On the other hand, banks remain operational on the first and third Saturdays, along with any fifth Saturday that may occur in a given month.
Bank Holidays in February 2025
Apart from the regular weekend closures (Sundays and second/fourth Saturdays), banks will remain shut on certain dates due to regional and national holidays. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) schedule, banks will observe holidays on the following dates in February 2025:
- February 3, 11, 12, 15, 19, 20, 26, and 28
These holidays are observed under the Negotiable Instruments Act, which governs banking transactions involving cheques, promissory notes, and other negotiable instruments.
Weekend Bank Holidays in February 2025
Banks will also remain closed on the following weekends:
- February 2 (Sunday)
- February 8 (Second Saturday)
- February 9 (Sunday)
- February 16 (Sunday)
- February 22 (Fourth Saturday)
- February 23 (Sunday)
Total Bank Holidays in February 2025
In total, banks will be closed for at least 14 days in February 2025, including weekend offs and festival-related holidays. However, these holidays vary by state and region. Customers are advised to check with their respective bank branches for specific holiday schedules to avoid any inconvenience.
Despite physical branch closures, customers can still access banking services through ATMs, mobile banking apps, and online banking platforms for essential transactions.
