Plan your year in India’s western gem with this official 2025 holiday calendar for Gujarat. This comprehensive guide covers all government holidays, bank closures, and vibrant cultural festivals across Ahmedabad, Surat, and beyond. Whether you’re a resident, government employee, or planning to visit the land of festivals, stay informed about all public holidays in Gujarat.
Why This Gujarat Holiday Calendar is Essential
✓ Government employees: Track all notified holidays
✓ Business professionals: Plan work around major festivals
✓ Bank customers: Avoid unexpected closure days
✓ Tourists: Experience Navratri at perfect timing
✓ NRIs: Schedule visits during cultural events
Government Holidays in Gujarat 2025
Gujarat observes three types of official holidays:
National Holidays (India-wide)
State-Specific Holidays (Gujarati traditions)
Local Observances (Region-specific festivals)
Public Holidays in Gujarat 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 14January 2025 | Tuesday | Makar Sankranti |
| 26 January 2025 | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 12 February 2025 | Wednesday | Guru Ravidas Jayanti |
| 26 February 2025 | Wednesday | Maha Shivaratri |
| 14 March 2025 | Friday | Holi |
| 30 March 2025 | Sunday | Ugadi |
| 31 March 2025 | Monday | Eid al-Fitr |
| 6 April 2025 | Sunday | Ram Navami |
| 10 April 2025 | Thursday | Mahavir Jayanti |
| 14 April 2025 | Monday | Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti |
| 18 April 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 7 June 2025 | Saturday | Eid al-Adha |
| 6 July 2025 | Sunday | Muharram |
| 15 August 2025 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 16 August 2025 | Saturday | Janmashtami |
| 27 August 2025 | Wednesday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday | Dussehra |
| 9 November 2025 | Sunday | Diwali |
| 26 November 2025 | Wednesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday | Christmas |
Bank Holidays in Gujarat
Banks follow RBI guidelines with Gujarat-specific norms:
Weekly Closures: All Sundays + 2nd & 4th Saturdays
Special Holidays: During Navratri and Diwali
ATM Services: Available 24/7 (including holidays)
Business Hub Notes:
Ahmedabad branches may adjust for Uttarayan
Surat diamond market branches have special schedules
Important: Banks typically close for 5+ days during Diwali – plan important transactions in advance.
Bank Holidays in Gujarat 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 26 February 2025 | Wednesday | Maha Shivaratri |
| 8 March 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 14 March 2025 | Friday | Holi |
| 22 March 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 30 March 2025 | Sunday | Ugadi |
| 31 March 2025 | Monday | Eid al-Fitr |
| 1 April 2025 | Tuesday | Annual Closing of Bank Accounts |
| 6 April 2025 | Sunday | Ram Navami |
| 10 April 2025 | Thursday | Mahavir Jayanti |
| 12 April 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 14 April 2025 | Monday | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
| 18 April 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 26 April 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 10 May 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 12 May 2025 | Monday | Buddha Purnima |
| 24 May 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 7 June 2025 | Saturday | Eid al-Adha |
| 14 June 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 28 June 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 6 July 2025 | Sunday | Muharram |
| 12 July 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 26 July 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 9 August 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 15 August 2025 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 16 August 2025 | Saturday | Janmashtami |
| 23 August 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 27 August 2025 | Wednesday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 13 September 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 27 September 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 11 October 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday | Dussehra |
| 25 October 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 8 November 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 9 November 2025 | Sunday | Diwali |
| 22 November 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 26 November 2025 | Wednesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 13 December 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday | Christmas |
| 27 December 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
Must-Experience Gujarat Festivals
Navratri (October): World’s largest dance festival
Uttarayan (January): International Kite Festival
Rann Utsav (Nov-Feb): White desert cultural carnival
Modhera Dance Festival (January): At Sun Temple complex
Vautha Mela (November): Asia’s largest donkey fair
Best Times to Visit Gujarat
October-March: Ideal weather for sightseeing
January: Uttarayan and Modhera Festival
October: Navratri celebrations
November-February: Rann Utsav season
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many public holidays does Gujarat have?
A: About 25-30 including national and state-specific days.
Q: Are businesses closed during Navratri?
A: Many Ahmedabad shops/offices close early during Garba nights.
Q: What’s Gujarat’s most unique festival?
A: Rann Utsav – full moon celebrations in white salt desert.
Q: Do all cities follow the same holiday schedule?
A: Kutch observes additional local festivals like Shivratri.
Download our free Gujarat 2025 Holiday Calendar PDF