Plan your year in Bihar with this official 2025 holiday calendar covering all government holidays, bank closures, and vibrant cultural festivals. Whether you’re a resident, government employee, or planning to visit Bihar, this comprehensive guide helps you stay updated about all public holidays in Bihar.
Why You Need This Bihar Holiday Calendar
✓ Government staff: Never miss your entitled holidays
✓ Bank customers: Know all closure days in advance
✓ Tourists: Experience Bihar’s famous festivals
✓ Students: Plan exam schedules around holidays
✓ Business owners: Manage operations efficiently
Government Holidays in Bihar 2025
Bihar observes three types of official holidays:
National Holidays (Across India)
State Holidays (Unique to Bihar)
Optional Holidays (Employees can choose)
Public Holidays in Bihar 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2025 | Wednesday | New Year's Day |
| 14 January 2025 | Tuesday | Makar Sankranti |
| 26 January 2025 | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 26 February 2025 | Wednesday | Maha Shivaratri |
| 14 March 2025 | Friday | Holi |
| 15 March 2025 | Saturday | Holi (Basiaura) |
| 22 March 2025 | Saturday | Bihar Diwas |
| 31 March 2025 | Monday | Idul Fitr |
| 6 April 2025 | Sunday | Ram Navami |
| 10 April 2025 | Thursday | Mahavir Jayanti |
| 18 April 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 7 June 2025 | Saturday | Bakrid / Eid al Adha |
| 6 July 2025 | Sunday | Moharram |
| 9 August 2025 | Saturday | Raksha Bandhan |
| 15 August 2025 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 16 August 2025 | Saturday | Janmashtami |
| 30 September 2025 | Tuesday | Durga Puja (Ashtami) |
| 1 October 2025 | Wednesday | Durga Puja (Navami) |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti / Dussehra |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday | Diwali |
| 12 November 2025 | Wednesday | Chhath Puja |
| 13 November 2025 | Thursday | Chhath Puja |
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday | Christmas |
Bank Holidays in Bihar
Banks in Bihar follow RBI guidelines:
Weekly Offs: All Sundays + 2nd & 4th Saturdays
Special Closures: During Chhath Puja and other major festivals
ATM Services: Remain operational 24/7
Important: Banks remain closed for 3 consecutive days during Chhath Puja – plan your transactions accordingly.
Bank Holidays in Bihar 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2025 | Wednesday | New Year's Day |
| 11 January 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 14 January 2025 | Tuesday | Makar Sankranti |
| 25 January 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 26 January 2025 | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 8 February 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 22 February 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 8 March 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 14 March 2025 | Friday | Holi |
| 15 March 2025 | Saturday | Holi (Basiaura) |
| 22 March 2025 | Saturday | Bihar Diwas |
| 31 March 2025 | Monday | Idul Fitr |
| 1 April 2025 | Tuesday | Annual Closing of Accounts |
| 6 April 2025 | Sunday | Ram Navami |
| 10 April 2025 | Thursday | Mahavir Jayanti |
| 12 April 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 18 April 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 26 April 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 10 May 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 24 May 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 7 June 2025 | Saturday | Bakrid / Eid al Adha |
| 14 June 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 28 June 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 12 July 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 26 July 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 9 August 2025 | Saturday | Raksha Bandhan |
| 15 August 2025 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 16 August 2025 | Saturday | Janmashtami |
| 23 August 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 13 September 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 27 September 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 30 September 2025 | Tuesday | Durga Puja (Ashtami) |
| 1 October 2025 | Wednesday | Durga Puja (Navami) |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti / Dussehra |
| 11 October 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday | Diwali |
| 25 October 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 12 November 2025 | Wednesday | Chhath Puja |
| 13 November 2025 | Thursday | Chhath Puja |
| 22 November 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 13 December 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday | Christmas |
| 27 December 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
Must-Experience Bihar Festivals
Chhath Puja (Nov): Bihar’s most important festival honoring the Sun God
Bihar Diwas (Mar 22): Celebrates Bihar’s formation day
Sonepur Mela (Nov-Dec): Asia’s largest cattle fair
Makar Sankranti (Jan): Kite flying and tilkut celebrations
Best Times to Visit Bihar
October-March: Pleasant weather for sightseeing
November: Experience magnificent Chhath Puja celebrations
March: Participate in Bihar Diwas cultural programs
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many public holidays does Bihar have?
A: Bihar observes about 20-25 public holidays including national and state-specific days.
Q: Are private companies closed on all Bihar holidays?
A: Private firms must close on national holidays but may choose which state holidays to observe.
Q: What’s the most important festival in Bihar?
A: Chhath Puja is Bihar’s signature festival with 4 days of celebrations.
Q: Do banks close for all Bihar festivals?
A: Most banks close for major festivals like Chhath Puja, Bihar Diwas and national holidays.
Download our free Bihar 2025 Holiday Calendar PDF