Plan your year in India’s tech hub with this official 2025 holiday calendar for Karnataka. This comprehensive guide covers all government holidays, bank closures, and cultural festivals across Bengaluru, Mysuru, and beyond. Whether you’re an IT professional, government employee, or planning to visit Hampi, stay informed about all public holidays in Karnataka.
Why This Karnataka Holiday Calendar is Essential
✓ State employees: Track all notified holidays
✓ Corporate professionals: Plan work around long weekends
✓ Bank customers: Avoid unexpected closure days
✓ Tourists: Experience Dasara at perfect timing
✓ Business owners: Manage operations during festival peaks
Government Holidays in Karnataka 2025
Karnataka observes three types of official holidays:
National Holidays (India-wide)
State-Specific Holidays (Kannada traditions)
District Observances (Region-specific festivals)
Public Holidays in Karnataka 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 14 January 2025 | Tuesday | Makar Sankranti |
| 26 January 2025 | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 26 February 2025 | Wednesday | Maha Shivaratri |
| 30 March 2025 | Sunday | Ugadi |
| 31 March 2025 | Monday | Eid al-Fitr |
| 10 April 2025 | Thursday | Mahavir Jayanti |
| 14 April 2025 | Monday | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
| 18 April 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 30 April 2025 | Wednesday | Basava Jayanti |
| 1 May 2025 | Thursday | May Day |
| 7 June 2025 | Saturday | Eid al-Adha |
| 6 July 2025 | Sunday | Muharram |
| 15 August 2025 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 27 August 2025 | Wednesday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 5 September 2025 | Friday | Eid-e-Milad |
| 1 October 2025 | Wednesday | Mahanavami / Ayudha Puja |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Vijayadashami |
| 7 October 2025 | Tuesday | Maharshi Valmiki Jayanti |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday | Naraka Chaturdashi |
| 21 October 2025 | Tuesday | Deepavali / Balipadyami |
| 1 November 2025 | Saturday | Kannada Rajyotsava |
| 26 November 2025 | Wednesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday | Christmas |
Bank Holidays in Karnataka
Banks follow RBI guidelines with local adaptations:
Weekly Closures: All Sundays + 2nd & 4th Saturdays
Special Holidays: During major festivals like Dasara
ATM Services: Available 24/7 (including holidays)
Tech Hub Notes:
Bengaluru’s IT corridor branches may have special schedules
Rural branches may close for local harvest festivals
Important: Banks typically close for 3+ days during Dasara – plan transactions accordingly.
Bank Holidays in Karnataka 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 30 April 2025 | Wednesday | Basava Jayanti |
| 1 May 2025 | Thursday | May Day |
| 10 May 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 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 |
| 23 August 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 27 August 2025 | Wednesday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 5 September 2025 | Friday | Eid-e-Milad |
| 13 September 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 27 September 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 1 October 2025 | Wednesday | Mahanavami / Ayudha Puja |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Vijayadashami |
| 7 October 2025 | Tuesday | Maharshi Valmiki Jayanti |
| 11 October 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday | Naraka Chaturdashi |
| 21 October 2025 | Tuesday | Deepavali / Balipadyami |
| 25 October 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 1 November 2025 | Saturday | Kannada Rajyotsava |
| 8 November 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 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 Karnataka Festivals
Mysuru Dasara (October): 10-day royal celebration with procession
Ugadi (March): Kannada New Year with special dishes
Hampi Festival (November): Cultural extravaganza amid ruins
Karaga Festival (April): Bengaluru’s oldest festival
Kambala (Nov-Feb): Traditional buffalo races in coastal districts
Best Times to Visit Karnataka
October-March: Ideal weather for sightseeing
October: Witness Mysuru Dasara festivities
November: Enjoy Hampi Festival and pleasant temperatures
April-May: Summer hill station escapes
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many public holidays does Karnataka have?
A: About 20-25 including national and state-specific days.
Q: Are IT companies closed on Kannada Rajyotsava?
A: Most Bengaluru tech parks remain open but celebrate culturally.
Q: What’s Karnataka’s most spectacular festival?
A: Mysuru Dasara – featuring the famous golden throne display.
Q: Do all districts follow the same holiday schedule?
A: Coastal and North Karnataka regions observe additional local festivals.
Download our free Karnataka 2025 Holiday Calendar PDF