Plan your year in India’s mineral-rich state with this official 2025 holiday calendar for Jharkhand. This comprehensive guide covers all government holidays, bank closures, and vibrant tribal festivals across Ranchi, Jamshedpur, and beyond. Whether you’re a resident, government employee, or planning to visit the land of forests and waterfalls, stay informed about all public holidays in Jharkhand.
Why This Jharkhand Holiday Calendar Matters
✓ State employees: Track all notified holidays
✓ Tourists: Experience unique tribal festivals
✓ Bank customers: Plan around closure days
✓ Business owners: Schedule operations effectively
✓ Nature lovers: Time visits to national parks
Government Holidays in Jharkhand 2025
Jharkhand observes three types of official holidays:
National Holidays (India-wide)
State-Specific Holidays (Tribal traditions)
Local Observances (Region-specific festivals)
Public Holidays in Jharkhand 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 14 January 2025 | Tuesday | Makar Sankranti / Tusu Parab |
| 23 January 2025 | Thursday | Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti |
| 26 January 2025 | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 2 February 2025 | Sunday | Basant Panchami |
| 12 February 2025 | Wednesday | Guru Ravidas Jayanti |
| 26 February 2025 | Wednesday | Maha Shivaratri |
| 14 March 2025 | Friday | Holi |
| 31 March 2025 | Monday | Eid al-Fitr |
| 1 April 2025 | Tuesday | Sarhul |
| 6 April 2025 | Sunday | Ram Navami |
| 10 April 2025 | Thursday | Mahavir Jayanti |
| 14 April 2025 | Monday | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti |
| 18 April 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 12 May 2025 | Monday | Buddha Purnima |
| 7 June 2025 | Saturday | Eid al-Adha |
| 6 July 2025 | Sunday | Muharram |
| 15 August 2025 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 16 August 2025 | Saturday | Janmashtami |
| 24 August 2025 | Sunday | Karam |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday | Dussehra |
| 9 November 2025 | Sunday | Diwali |
| 10 November 2025 | Monday | Chhath Puja |
| 15 November 2025 | Saturday | Jharkhand Foundation Day / Birsa Munda Jayanti |
| 26 November 2025 | Wednesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday | Christmas |
Bank Holidays in Jharkhand
Banks follow RBI guidelines with local adaptations:
Weekly Closures: All Sundays + 2nd & 4th Saturdays
Special Holidays: During major tribal festivals
ATM Services: Available 24/7 (may be limited in rural areas)
Regional Notes:
Ranchi branches may adjust for Karma Festival
Tribal area branches may close for local harvest festivals
Important: Banks typically close for 3+ days during Diwali – plan accordingly.
Bank Holidays in Jharkhand 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 11 January 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 14 January 2025 | Tuesday | Makar Sankranti / Tusu Parab |
| 23 January 2025 | Thursday | Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti |
| 25 January 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 26 January 2025 | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 8 February 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 12 February 2025 | Wednesday | Guru Ravidas Jayanti |
| 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 |
| 31 March 2025 | Monday | Eid al-Fitr |
| 1 April 2025 | Tuesday | Sarhul |
| 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. B.R. 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 |
| 24 August 2025 | Sunday | Karam |
| 5 September 2025 | Friday | Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi |
| 13 September 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 27 September 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 30 September 2025 | Tuesday | Maha Ashtami |
| 1 October 2025 | Wednesday | Maha Navami |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Vijaya Dashami (Dussehra) |
| 11 October 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 21 October 2025 | Tuesday | Diwali |
| 25 October 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 27 October 2025 | Monday | Chhath Puja |
| 5 November 2025 | Wednesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 8 November 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 15 November 2025 | Saturday | Jharkhand Foundation Day / Birsa Munda Jayanti |
| 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 Jharkhand Festivals
Sarhul (March-April): Tribal spring festival with flower offerings
Karma Festival (August): Tree worship festival with dancing
Jharkhand Foundation Day (November): Statehood celebrations
Tusu Parva (January): Harvest festival in Kolhan region
Holi (March): Special tribal celebrations in rural areas
Best Times to Visit Jharkhand
October-March: Pleasant weather for sightseeing
March-April: Experience Sarhul celebrations
November: Foundation Day cultural programs
August-September: Lush green landscapes post-monsoon
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many public holidays does Jharkhand have?
A: About 20-25 including national and tribal festivals.
Q: Are banks closed during tribal festivals?
A: Rural branches may close for local festivals like Karma Puja.
Q: What’s Jharkhand’s most unique festival?
A: Sarhul – the tribal new year celebrated with sal flowers.
Q: Do all districts follow the same holiday schedule?
A: Some tribal-dominated districts observe additional local festivals.
Download our free Jharkhand 2025 Holiday Calendar PDF