Bank and Market Holiday Today: Full April Closure List You Should Know
Today marks a nationwide holiday on the occasion of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti, leading to closures across various sectors. From schools to financial institutions, here’s everything you need to know about what’s shut and what’s still running.
Ambedkar Jayanti holiday today: Banks, schools, and stock markets closed across India. Check full list of April 2025 holidays and affected states.
Ambedkar Jayanti Holiday: What’s Closed Today?
The Ambedkar Jayanti holiday is being observed across the country today, April 14. Due to this, the following institutions are closed:
- All government and private banks
- School and colleges across most states
- Stock markets including Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE)
The Central Government has declared this day a national holiday, ensuring that government offices also remain shut. However, it’s not mandatory for private companies and corporate offices.
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Banks Shut in Multiple States on Ambedkar Jayanti Holiday
Today’s bank holiday affects several Indian states including:
Tripura, West Bengal, Jammu & Kashmir, Arunachal Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Goa, Jharkhand, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Chandigarh, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, Odisha, Rajasthan, Telangana, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Assam, and Delhi-NCR.
Banking services like cheque clearance, branch visits, and in-person transactions will not be available today.
Limited Trading Week for Stock Markets
Because of today’s stock market holiday for Ambedkar Jayanti, along with another closure on Good Friday (April 18), there will only be three trading days this week.
Here’s the schedule:
- April 14 – Holiday for Ambedkar Jayanti
- April 18 – Holiday for Good Friday
- April 19 & 20 – Weekend closures
Full List of Stock Market Holidays from May to December 2025
Here’s a look at the upcoming stock market holiday calendar for the rest of 2025:
- 1 May – Maharashtra Day
- 12 May – Buddha Purnima
- 15 August – Independence Day
- 27 August – Ganesh Chaturthi
- 5 September – Eid-e-Milad
- 2 October – Gandhi Jayanti & Dussehra
- 21 & 22 October – Diwali (Laxmi Pujan & Balipratipada)
- 5 November – Guru Nanak Jayanti
- 25 December – Christmas
Full Bank Holiday List in April 2025
Along with Ambedkar Jayanti, several more bank holidays are scheduled this month:
- April 14 (Monday): Banks closed in MP, Delhi, Chandigarh, and more
- April 15 (Tuesday): Closure in Assam, WB, Arunachal, and HP
- April 18 (Friday): Good Friday – Banks closed in multiple states
- April 20 (Sunday): Easter Sunday – Weekly off for all banks
- April 21 (Monday): Garia Puja – Banks closed in Tripura
- April 26 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday – Banks closed across India
- April 27 (Sunday): Weekly closure
- April 29 (Tuesday): Parashurama Jayanti – Banks closed in HP
- April 30 (Wednesday): Basava Jayanti and Akshaya Tritiya – Banks closed in Karnataka and other states
Check Your Local Holiday Schedule in Advance
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) releases its official holiday calendar every January. While national holidays like today are widely observed, regional variations exist. It’s always smart to verify local bank holiday dates with your nearest branch—especially during festive months with multiple back-to-back closures.
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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Please verify details on official government websites or consult experts for guidance.