Banks will be closed for two days on 20 and 21 September 2025, customers will have trouble Bank Holiday September 2025
Bank Holiday September 2025: Holidays have a special significance in India.It not only gives an opportunity to rest but also gives people time to complete incomplete work.In September 2025, a major change for customers regarding banking services is going to be revealed.Banks will remain closed for two consecutive days on September 20 and 21.During this time there will be no work in the branches, which will directly affect common customers and traders.
Why will the banks be closed on September 20?
The fourth Saturday is falling on 20 September 2025.According to the rules of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), there is a holiday in all banks on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month.For this reason, nationalized, private and cooperative banks across the country will remain closed on September 20.After this, there will be a holiday again due to Sunday on September 21.
Fourth Saturday holiday rule
Earlier, banks used to have a holiday only on Sunday.But keeping in mind the constant work pressure and the work-life balance of the employees, the RBI implemented a new provision.Under this, banks started closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month.After this rule was implemented, bank employees could get adequate rest in the week and their productivity also increased.
Impact on customers
The bank shutdown for two consecutive days will affect the customers who will need services like cash deposits, check clearance or draft.During this time there will be no transaction in the branches.However, digital banking services such as UPI, net banking, mobile banking and ATMs will continue normally.
Challenge for traders and rural customers
Most of the business class's work depends on large payments and check clearing.They may face trouble due to the bank being closed for two consecutive days.In rural areas where people still depend on cash transactions and branch -based services, customers will have more difficulty.Customers will have to wait by 22 September for passbook updates, loan information or other branch services.
Bank employees will get benefit
While customers will have some inconvenience, it will bring two consecutive days of holiday relief for bank employees.This will be able to spend time with the family and will also give relief from work stress.After the holiday, they will be able to fulfill their responsibilities with new energy.