Planning a bank visit tomorrow? Hold that thought. On Friday, June 6, 2025, several states across India will see all government and private banks shut due to Eid-ul-Azha, also known as Bakrid. If you’ve got pending work, it’s best to take note and plan around these closures.
Why Banks Will Stay Closed on June 6?
Observed on June 6 this year is EidulAzha, the most holy Islamic festival. Remembered in respect for Hazrat Ibrahim’s offer of his son to Allah as a sacrifice, it is a day of supplication, sacrifice, and blind faith. Qurbani, or animal slaughter, represents submission and devotion as well as letting go what one treasures most dearly.
Because of this, banks will remain closed in most states of the country, including Kerala, where big banks such as SBI, PNB, and HDFC will remain shut for a full day. Additional state-wise closures are also possible according to local holiday schedules. So, in any such state where you could happen to be, you cannot use branch facilities.
Full List of Bank Holidays in June 2025
June is filled with weekend and religious holidays. Here’s a list of all the bank holidays this month:
June 6 (Friday) – Eid-ul-Azha (Bakrid) – in some states
June 7 (Saturday) – Bakrid (Eid-ul-Zuha) – in other states
June 8 (Sunday) – Normal weekly holiday
June 11 (Wednesday) – Sant Kabir Jayanti / Saga Dawa – in some regions
June 14 (Saturday) – Second Saturday (all India)
June 15 (Sunday) – Weekly holiday
June 22 (Sunday) – Weekly holiday
June 27 (Friday) – Rath Yatra / Kang (state-specific)
June 28 (Saturday) – Fourth Saturday (all India)
June 29 (Sunday) – Weekly holiday
June 30 (Monday) – Remnant Holiday (in some areas)
Keep in mind that the holidays vary by state, so the possibility exists that not all of the days will pertain to your area.
What Still Works During Holidays?
While physical outlets will remain shut, your online banking facility will not. You can continue to access:
Net Banking
Mobile Banking apps
UPI apps such as Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm
ATM withdrawals
Digital Wallets
So for bill payments, transferring money, or just pressing need cash—you’re all set online.
Plan Ahead, Avoid Last-Minute Trouble
In case you have cheque clearances, loan EMIs, or whatever needs to be done at the branch level, it makes sense to do it today. With a full holiday calendar this month, pre-booking your bank appointments may save you from hassles later.
