Plan your year in India’s vibrant northeastern state with this official 2025 holiday calendar for Nagaland. This comprehensive guide covers all government holidays, bank closures, and colorful tribal festivals in the land of festivals. Whether you’re a resident, government employee, or planning to experience Hornbill Festival, stay informed about all public holidays in Nagaland.
Why This Nagaland Holiday Calendar Matters
✓ State employees: Track all notified holidays
✓ Tourists: Time your visit for spectacular tribal festivals
✓ Bank customers: Plan transactions around closure days
✓ Business owners: Schedule operations effectively
✓ Culture enthusiasts: Never miss traditional celebrations
Government Holidays in Nagaland 2025
Nagaland observes three types of official holidays:
National Holidays (India-wide)
State-Specific Holidays (Unique to Naga culture)
Tribal Festivals (Community-specific celebrations)
Public Holidays in Nagaland 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2025 | Wednesday | New Year's Day |
| 26 January 2025 | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 25 February 2025 | Tuesday | Sekrenyi Festival |
| 14 March 2025 | Friday | Holi |
| 31 March 2025 | Monday | Idul Fitr |
| 18 April 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 19 April 2025 | Saturday | Easter Saturday |
| 20 April 2025 | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
| 7 June 2025 | Saturday | Bakrid / Eid al Adha |
| 15 August 2025 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 16 August 2025 | Saturday | Janmashtami |
| 5 September 2025 | Friday | Eid e Milad |
| 1 October 2025 | Wednesday | Maha Navami |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti / Vijaya Dashami |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday | Diwali |
| 5 November 2025 | Wednesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 1 December 2025 | Monday | Nagaland State Inauguration Day / Indigenous Faith Day |
| 1 December 2025 | Monday | Hornbill Festival (1st to 10th) |
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday | Christmas |
Bank Holidays in Nagaland
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 (including holidays)
Regional Notes:
Kohima branches may adjust hours during Hornbill Festival
Rural branches may close for local harvest festivals
Important: Banks may close for multiple days during Christmas – plan cash needs in advance.
Bank Holidays in Nagaland 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2025 | Wednesday | New Year's Day |
| 11 January 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 25 January 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 26 January 2025 | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 8 February 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 22 February 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 25 February 2025 | Tuesday | Sekrenyi Festival |
| 8 March 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 14 March 2025 | Friday | Holi |
| 22 March 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 31 March 2025 | Monday | Idul Fitr |
| 1 April 2025 | Tuesday | Annual Closing of Accounts |
| 12 April 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 18 April 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 19 April 2025 | Saturday | Easter Saturday |
| 20 April 2025 | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
| 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 | Second Saturday |
| 15 August 2025 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 16 August 2025 | Saturday | Janmashtami |
| 23 August 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 5 September 2025 | Friday | Eid e Milad |
| 13 September 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 27 September 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 1 October 2025 | Wednesday | Maha Navami |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti / Vijaya Dashami |
| 11 October 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday | Diwali |
| 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 |
| 1 December 2025 | Monday | Nagaland State Inauguration Day / Indigenous Faith Day |
| 13 December 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday | Christmas |
| 27 December 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
Must-Experience Nagaland Festivals
Hornbill Festival (Dec 1-10): Showcase of all Naga tribes’ culture
Sekrenyi (February): Angami tribe’s purification festival
Moatsu Mong (May): Ao tribe’s post-planting celebration
Tokhu Emong (November): Lotha tribe’s harvest festival
Christmas (December): Massive celebrations in Christian-majority state
Best Times to Visit Nagaland
December: Hornbill Festival and Christmas celebrations
February-April: Spring festivals and pleasant weather
October-November: Harvest festival season
June-September: Lush green landscapes (monsoon)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many public holidays does Nagaland have?
A: About 20-25 including national and state-specific days.
Q: Are banks closed during tribal festivals?
A: Rural branches may close for local festivals – check in advance.
Q: What’s Nagaland’s most famous festival?
A: The 10-day Hornbill Festival in December attracts global visitors.
Q: Do all districts follow the same holiday schedule?
A: Some autonomous districts observe additional local holidays.
Download our free Nagaland 2025 Holiday Calendar PDF