Bank Holiday Today — May 27, 2026: Millions of Indians are asking one important question today: are banks open or closed on May 27 for Bakrid (Eid al-Adha)? If you were planning a visit to your local branch of SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Bank of Baroda, Punjab National Bank, or any other lender, here's everything you need to know before you step out.

RBI Holiday Calendar: Bakrid Bank Holiday 2026

According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar for May 2026, banks across the country are officially closed on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in observance of Bakrid / Eid ul-Adha (Id-ul-Zuha). The RBI has listed a total of nine bank holidays in May 2026, including weekends and festival-related closures. You can verify the official RBI bank holiday schedule directly on the Reserve Bank of India's official website.

Region-Wise Bank Holiday List for May 27 (Bakrid)

It is important to note that bank holiday applicability for Bakrid varies by state and region based on local government notifications. Here is a region-wise breakdown:

  • Jammu & Kashmir: Banks closed on both May 27 and May 28 — two consecutive days declared as holidays.
  • Delhi/New Delhi: Central government offices and banks observe the Bakrid holiday. Note that the Ministry of Personnel shifted the official Delhi holiday to May 28 for central government offices, so check with your local branch.
  • Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Kerala, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh: Banks are expected to remain closed on May 27 in observance of Bakrid.
  • States with partial or no observance (such as Himachal Pradesh and certain northeastern states): Branch operations may continue as normal — customers should confirm locally.

What About SBI, HDFC, and ICICI Specifically?

All major public sector banks including State Bank of India (SBI), Bank of Baroda, Punjab National Bank (PNB), and Canara Bank follow the RBI holiday calendar and will be closed in applicable regions today. Similarly, leading private sector banks like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank will also keep their branches shut on May 27 wherever the Bakrid holiday applies.

Will Online Banking, ATMs & UPI Work Today?

The good news: digital banking services remain fully operational on bank holidays. You can continue to use:

  • Internet banking and mobile banking apps (SBI YONO, HDFC MobileBanking, iMobile Pay, etc.)
  • ATMs for cash withdrawals and balance inquiries
  • UPI payments via PhonePe, Google Pay, Paytm, and other apps
  • NEFT and IMPS transfers (RTGS may not be available on holidays)

Next Bank Holiday in May 2026

After today's Bakrid holiday, the next bank holiday in May 2026 is Sunday, May 31 — a standard weekly off observed across all states. Plan your branch visits accordingly and use digital banking alternatives for any urgent financial needs today.