Bakrid 2025 Bank Holiday: Will Banks Shut Down on June 7?

Wait, So Banks Aren’t Closed Everywhere?

You know how it is in India—nothing’s ever straightforward, right? Bakrid (or Eid al-Adha) is massive for our Muslim friends, no doubt. Prayers, feasts, the whole deal. But here’s the thing: whether your local bank branch takes the day off? That depends entirely on where you live. And trust me, even folks working at banks get confused sometimes.

June 7, 2025, is Bakrid. But here’s the kicker: RBI’s holiday list isn’t some nationwide rulebook. It’s more like… guidelines. States tweak it based on local demographics. So yeah, Kerala’s probably shutting down completely, but Gujarat? Don’t count on it. Gotta love our system—consistent in its inconsistency!

Will My Bank Be Closed? Let’s Break It Down

Okay, straight answer first: probably, but not definitely. See, banks in states with big Muslim populations—think Jammu & Kashmir, West Bengal—they’ll likely be closed. But Tamil Nadu? Maybe just a few branches in Muslim areas. Private banks play by their own rules too—they often stay open in cities even when public banks shut down.

And here’s something most people miss: Union Territories like Delhi usually follow the central government’s lead. But Chandigarh? They might just stay open. Honestly, your best bet is to call your branch a day before. Saved me from wasting a trip last year!

State-by-State Guide (Because RBI’s List Is Confusing)

North India

J&K, UP, Uttarakhand—closed, no question. But Punjab and Haryana? Unless there’s a last-minute notice, they’ll probably stay open. Funny how that works, huh?

South India

Kerala—obviously closed. But Tamil Nadu? Only certain districts. Bangalore branches might close early if they’re feeling generous. Typical South Indian logic: “Holiday? Depends on my mood!”

East & West

West Bengal shuts down completely—they take festivals seriously there. Maharashtra? Only Muslim-heavy areas like Mumbai’s Mohammed Ali Road. Rest of the state acts like it’s just another Monday.

Central India & UTs

MP and Chhattisgarh—meh, unless you’re in Bhopal. Delhi banks will be closed, but good luck getting anyone in Chandigarh to care about Bakrid holidays. Different worlds, I tell you.

How To Avoid Getting Screwed By Holiday Confusion

Look, I’ve been burned before. Here’s what actually works:

• RBI website? Useless for local updates. Check your bank’s Twitter instead—seriously.
• Customer care? They’ll read you the RBI list. Useless. Call your branch directly.
• Banking apps? Sometimes show alerts… if you’re lucky.

What Actually Gets Affected

Cheque clearances? Forget about it. NEFT/RTGS? Stuck till next working day. But here’s the fun part—ATMs and UPI keep working. Because money never sleeps, right?

Pro tip from someone who learned the hard way: Need urgent cash? Try a private bank in a mall. They often stay open when others close. Sneaky, but it works.

FAQs (Real Questions People Actually Ask)

“Private banks are closed too?”

HDFC, ICICI—they pretend to follow RBI but keep branches open in cities. Corporate priorities, am I right?

“Can I use online banking?”

Yeah, unless their servers crash from holiday traffic. Happens more than you’d think.

“My state’s not on the holiday list but…”

…but some local politician declared a holiday last minute? Classic India move. Always have a Plan B.

Bottom Line

Here’s the truth: Bakrid bank holidays are a mess of local politics, demographics, and pure randomness. Don’t trust any “official” list—call, check, verify. Or just do your banking a day early and enjoy the mutton biryani in peace.

Because let’s be real—in India, the only certainty is uncertainty!