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Bank holiday check: SBI, HDFC, ICICI branches open Saturday 7 Nov
SBI, HDFC, ICICI branches open Saturday 7 Nov ahead of Diwali.
In brief
SBI, HDFC, ICICI branches open Saturday 7 Nov ahead of Diwali. SBI, HDFC, ICICI and other Indian banks remain open on Saturday 7 November 2026 for customer services as per RBI calendar ahead of Diwali. Originally reported by mint.
Bank holiday status
SBI, HDFC, ICICI branches remain open across India on Saturday 7 November 2026 ahead of Diwali.
RBI holiday rules
All scheduled and non-scheduled banks observe listed holidays and mandatory closure on second and fourth Saturdays and every Sunday in a month.
Bank holiday calendar
RBI calendar shows no bank holiday on Saturday 7 November 2026, making it the first Saturday of the month.
Regional holidays
Banks close for regional holidays including Diwali, Laxmi Puja, Govardhan Pooja and Vishwakarma Day in specific cities.
Digital services
Online banking and mobile apps remain operational on bank holidays for transactions and payments.
Bank closures this month
Banks will close for 16 days this month including state and regional holidays and weekend offs.
Next bank holidays
Banks close pan India on Sunday 8 November 2026 and Saturday 14 November 2026.
Regional closures
Banks close in specific cities for regional holidays including Diwali, Laxmi Puja, Govardhan Pooja and Vishwakarma Day.
Online banking services
Customers can use UPI, bank apps, NEFT/RTGS transfers and card services on holidays.
The essence
SBI, HDFC, ICICI and other Indian banks remain open on Saturday 7 November 2026 for customer services as per RBI calendar ahead of Diwali.
