The Economic Times

October 2026 holiday list: Check when schools, banks and government offices will remain closed for festivals

October 2026 full holiday list includes national and festival-related holidays for schools and banks across India. Gandhi Jayanti falls on October 2, while Dussehra, Vijayadashami, Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti and Karva Chauth are among the other important dates. School breaks will differ by state and institution, while bank closures will also depend on regional holidays listed in the RBI calendar.