The Economic Times

Bank holiday on October 2, 2026: Are banks open or closed today on Gandhi Jayanti?

On October 2, 2026, India will observe Gandhi Jayanti as a national holiday, affecting all banks. Public and private sector banks will be closed, including cooperative and regional rural banks. Customers should plan their transactions accordingly, as physical bank branches will not operate on this day. However, essential services like online banking and ATMs will continue to function normally.