Maha Shivratri 2025: Are Banks & Stock Markets Open or Closed on Feb 26?
If you are planning to schedule any Banks related work or Stock market exchange, trade for February 26, 2025, hold on, and read this recent update to avoid any last-minute troubles. The Indian stock market, including the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), will be closed on the occasion of Maha Shivratri.
Trading in equities, derivatives, and commodities will be paused and banks in 15 states will also observe a holiday for the festival on Feb 25.
Stock Market Holiday for Maha Shivratri
For traders, this is the trading holiday of the year 2025. No stock market transactions will take place on February 26 as it is confirmed that Since NSE and BSE are shut. You can resume normal trading in market from next business day.
Which States Have a Bank Holiday for Maha Shivratri?
Banks will remain closed in these states on February 26, 2025:
| Indian States | Bank Holiday Status |
| Goa | Closed |
| Gujarat | Closed |
| Haryana | Closed |
| Himachal Pradesh | Closed |
| Jharkhand | Closed |
| Karnataka | Closed |
| Madhya Pradesh | Closed |
| Maharashtra | Closed |
| Odisha | Closed |
| Punjab | Closed |
| Sikkim | Closed |
| Tamil Nadu | Closed |
| Telangana | Closed |
| Tripura | Closed |
| Uttarakhand | Closed |
| Uttar Pradesh | Closed |
People can access ATMs, mobile banking, and internet banking as usual.
Upcoming Bank Holiday: February 28, 2025
Another bank holiday is coming up soon! Banks in Sikkim will remain closed on Friday, February 28, for the Losar Festival, which marks the Tibetan Buddhist lunar new year.
| Date | Region | Holiday | Bank Status |
| Feb 26, 2025 | Multiple States | Maha Shivratri | Closed in 15 states |
| Feb 28, 2025 | Sikkim | Losar Festival | Closed in Sikkim |
So on February 26, 2025, the Stock markets will be closed, and banks in 15 states will observe a holiday for Maha Shivratri. However, ATMs and online banking will remain available. Stay informed and plan your banking accordingly!
These holidays of Banks vary from state to state for more recent and accurate information check with your local bank branch, or you can get updates from the official RBI page.
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