Plan your year in India’s most industrialized state with this official 2025 holiday calendar for Maharashtra. This comprehensive guide covers all government holidays, bank closures, and vibrant cultural festivals across Mumbai, Pune, and beyond. Whether you’re a resident, government employee, or planning to visit the Gateway of India, stay informed about all public holidays in Maharashtra.
Why This Maharashtra Holiday Calendar Matters
✓ Government employees: Track all notified holidays
✓ Corporate professionals: Plan work schedules around long weekends
✓ Bank customers: Avoid unexpected closure days
✓ Tourists: Experience Ganesh Chaturthi at perfect timing
✓ Business owners: Manage operations during festival seasons
Government Holidays in Maharashtra 2025
Maharashtra observes three types of official holidays:
National Holidays (India-wide)
State-Specific Holidays (Maharashtrian traditions)
Local Observances (District-specific festivals)
Public Holidays in Maharashtra 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2025 | Wednesday | New Year's Day |
| 14 January 2025 | Tuesday | Makar Sankranti |
| 26 January 2025 | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 19 February 2025 | Wednesday | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti |
| 26 February 2025 | Wednesday | Maha Shivaratri |
| 14 March 2025 | Friday | Holi |
| 30 March 2025 | Sunday | Gudi Padwa |
| 31 March 2025 | Monday | Idul Fitr |
| 6 April 2025 | Sunday | Ram Navami |
| 14 April 2025 | Monday | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti |
| 18 April 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 1 May 2025 | Thursday | Maharashtra Day |
| 12 May 2025 | Monday | Buddha Purnima |
| 7 June 2025 | Saturday | Bakrid / Idul Azha |
| 6 July 2025 | Sunday | Muharram |
| 15 August 2025 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 16 August 2025 | Saturday | Parsi New Year |
| 27 August 2025 | Wednesday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 5 September 2025 | Friday | Milad-un-Nabi |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 8 October 2025 | Wednesday | Vijaya Dashami |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday | Diwali |
| 23 October 2025 | Thursday | Bhaubeej |
| 5 November 2025 | Wednesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday | Christmas |
Bank Holidays in Maharashtra
Banks follow RBI guidelines with Maharashtra-specific norms:
Weekly Closures: All Sundays + 2nd & 4th Saturdays
Special Holidays: During Ganesh Chaturthi and Diwali
ATM Services: Available 24/7 (including holidays)
Metro Exceptions:
Mumbai branches may have staggered holidays
Pune’s IT corridor branches follow special schedules
Important: Banks typically close for 3-5 days during Diwali – plan important transactions in advance.
Bank Holidays in Maharashtra 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 |
| 19 February 2025 | Wednesday | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj 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 |
| 30 March 2025 | Sunday | Gudi Padwa |
| 31 March 2025 | Monday | Idul Fitr |
| 1 April 2025 | Tuesday | Annual Closing of Accounts |
| 6 April 2025 | Sunday | Ram Navami |
| 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 |
| 1 May 2025 | Thursday | Maharashtra Day |
| 10 May 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 12 May 2025 | Monday | Buddha Purnima |
| 24 May 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 7 June 2025 | Saturday | Bakrid / Idul Azha |
| 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 | Second Saturday |
| 15 August 2025 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 16 August 2025 | Saturday | Parsi New Year |
| 23 August 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 27 August 2025 | Wednesday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 5 September 2025 | Friday | Milad-un-Nabi |
| 13 September 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 27 September 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 8 October 2025 | Wednesday | Vijaya Dashami |
| 11 October 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday | Diwali |
| 23 October 2025 | Thursday | Bhaubeej |
| 25 October 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 5 November 2025 | Wednesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 8 November 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 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 Maharashtra Festivals
Ganesh Chaturthi (September): Mumbai’s spectacular 10-day festival
Gudi Padwa (March/April): Maharashtrian New Year
Pola (August): Farmer’s festival honoring bullocks
Elephanta Festival (February): Cultural event on Elephanta Island
Kala Ghoda Arts Festival (February): Mumbai’s premier cultural event
Best Times to Visit Maharashtra
October-March: Ideal weather for Mumbai/Pune sightseeing
September: Experience Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations
February: Cultural festival season
November: Post-Diwali beach weather
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many public holidays does Maharashtra have?
A: About 25-30 including national and state-specific days.
Q: Are IT companies closed on Gudi Padwa?
A: Most Pune/Hinjewadi firms remain open but may have reduced staffing.
Q: What’s Maharashtra’s most important festival?
A: Ganesh Chaturthi – celebrated grandly for 10 days across the state.
Q: Do banks follow same holidays in Mumbai and Nagpur?
A: Core holidays are same but local festivals may cause variations.
Download our free Maharashtra 2025 Holiday Calendar PDF