Government Holiday Calendar 2025 India – Full List of Declared National & State Holidays

The government holiday calendar 2025 India has been officially released, offering clarity to public sector employees, private institutions, banks, schools, and the general public. This annually issued calendar outlines national holidays, gazetted holidays, and state-specific holidays for the year 2025.

This year, the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions issued the gazette notification in early January 2025, and it includes 17 gazetted holidays and over 30 restricted holidays, along with state-specific observances. Organizations are advised to refer to this centralized list when planning their yearly schedule, HR policies, and institutional breaks.

National Holidays in India for 2025

As per the government holiday calendar 2025 India, the following are the three nationally observed holidays that apply across all states and union territories:

These three holidays are compulsory paid holidays under the Negotiable Instruments Act and are observed by all government offices, banks, schools, and most private enterprises across India.

Gazetted and Restricted Holidays – Full List

The government holiday calendar 2025 India also includes gazetted holidays that apply to most central government departments, along with restricted holidays that employees may choose from, as per their religious or personal preferences.

Employees may also select 2–3 restricted holidays from a longer list that includes events such as Mahavir Jayanti, Onam, Navroz, and Guru Nanak Jayanti.

State-Specific Holidays You Should Know

In addition to the centralized list, the government holiday calendar 2025 India allows states to announce additional regional holidays. These depend on local festivals, cultural events, and political commemorations. Here are a few notable ones:

• Tamil Nadu: Pongal (January 15), Tamil New Year (April 14)

• Maharashtra: Gudi Padwa (March 30), Ganesh Chaturthi (September 1)

• West Bengal: Bengali New Year (April 15), Durga Puja (October 2–6)

• Punjab: Baisakhi (April 13), Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti (January 5)

• Assam: Bihu (April 13–15), Independence Day (statewide events)

• Kerala: Vishu (April 14), Onam (September 7–11)

Each state releases its own gazette along with the national list to notify the public and administrative offices in advance.

School and Bank Holiday Considerations

The government holiday calendar 2025 India serves as a baseline for school and bank holiday planning:

• Schools align their academic calendars to include all national holidays, major state holidays, and summer/winter vacations.

• Banks follow RBI-issued notifications, aligning closures with gazetted holidays and Sunday banking norms. Each state has different holidays under the Negotiable Instruments Act.

Some regions observe second and fourth Saturdays as bank holidays, while public holidays often cause additional closures if they fall adjacent to weekends.

FAQs

How many total holidays are listed in the government holiday calendar 2025 India?

There are 17 gazetted holidays, 30+ restricted holidays, and several state-specific holidays, depending on the region.

Are all schools and colleges required to follow this holiday calendar?

Government-run schools follow it strictly. Private institutions often adopt it while customizing some dates based on their academic priorities.

Do banks follow the same holiday calendar across India?

No. Banks follow the RBI’s regional holiday list issued under the Negotiable Instruments Act. It varies from state to state.

Where can I download the full list of holidays for 2025?

The government holiday calendar 2025 India is available through official government portals and is distributed to all public sector offices and institutions.

Can private companies choose to remain open on gazetted holidays?

They may operate with limited staff, but employees working on gazetted holidays are typically entitled to double pay or compensatory leave.

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