Uttar Pradesh Holidays 2025

Plan your year in India’s most populous state with this official 2025 holiday calendar for Uttar Pradesh. This comprehensive guide covers all government holidays, bank closures, and grand festivals in India’s cultural heartland. Whether you’re a resident, government employee, or planning to visit the Taj Mahal, stay informed about all public holidays in Uttar Pradesh.

Why This Uttar Pradesh Holiday Calendar is Essential

✓ Government employees: Track all notified holidays and optional leaves
✓ Tourists: Experience UP’s world-famous festivals at perfect times
✓ Bank customers: Avoid unexpected closure days
✓ Business owners: Manage operations around major holidays
✓ Pilgrims: Plan visits to Kashi, Ayodhya and Mathura

Government Holidays in Uttar Pradesh 2025

Uttar Pradesh observes three types of official holidays:

  • National Holidays (Across India)

  • State-Specific Holidays (Unique to UP culture)

  • Local Observances (City-specific celebrations)

 
Public Holidays in Uttar Pradesh 2025

Public Holidays in Uttar Pradesh 2025

Date Day Holiday
14 January 2025 Tuesday Makar Sankranti
14 January 2025 Tuesday Hazrat Ali Jayanti
26 January 2025 Sunday Republic Day
2 February 2025 Sunday Basant Panchami
12 February 2025 Wednesday Maha Kumbh Maghi Purnima
26 February 2025 Wednesday Maha Shivaratri
13 March 2025 Thursday Holika Dahan
14 March 2025 Friday Holi
31 March 2025 Monday Idul Fitr
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
30 May 2025 Friday Ganga Dussehra
7 June 2025 Saturday Bakrid / Eid al Adha
6 July 2025 Sunday Moharram
9 August 2025 Saturday Raksha Bandhan
15 August 2025 Friday Independence Day
16 August 2025 Saturday Janmashtami
2 October 2025 Thursday Gandhi Jayanti
2 October 2025 Thursday Dussehra
20 October 2025 Monday Diwali
21 October 2025 Tuesday Bhai Dooj
5 November 2025 Wednesday Guru Nanak Jayanti
25 December 2025 Thursday Christmas

Bank Holidays in Uttar Pradesh

Banks follow RBI guidelines with UP-specific adjustments:

  • Weekly Closures: All Sundays + 2nd & 4th Saturdays

  • Extended Closures: 3-5 days during Diwali (varies by district)

  • ATM Services: Remain operational 24/7 (including holidays)

  • Special Notes:

    • Ayodhya branches may close for Ram Temple events

    • Mathura/Vrindavan branches adjust for Holi

Pro Tip: Major banks in Lucknow and Noida often have different holiday lists than rural branches.

 
Bank Holidays in Uttar Pradesh 2025

Bank Holidays in Uttar Pradesh 2025

Date Day Holiday
11 January 2025 Saturday Second Saturday
14 January 2025 Tuesday Makar Sankranti
14 January 2025 Tuesday Hazrat Ali Jayanti
25 January 2025 Saturday Fourth Saturday
26 January 2025 Sunday Republic Day
2 February 2025 Sunday Basant Panchami
8 February 2025 Saturday Second Saturday
12 February 2025 Wednesday Maha Kumbh Maghi Purnima
22 February 2025 Saturday Fourth Saturday
26 February 2025 Wednesday Maha Shivaratri
8 March 2025 Saturday Second Saturday
13 March 2025 Thursday Holika Dahan
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
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
30 May 2025 Friday Ganga Dussehra
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 Raksha Bandhan
15 August 2025 Friday Independence Day
16 August 2025 Saturday Janmashtami
23 August 2025 Saturday Fourth Saturday
13 September 2025 Saturday Second Saturday
27 September 2025 Saturday Fourth Saturday
2 October 2025 Thursday Gandhi Jayanti
2 October 2025 Thursday Dussehra
11 October 2025 Saturday Second Saturday
20 October 2025 Monday Diwali
21 October 2025 Tuesday Bhai Dooj
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 Uttar Pradesh Festivals

  1. Kumbh Mela (January-April): World’s largest religious gathering (Prayagraj)

  2. Lathmar Holi (March): Unique celebration in Barsana

  3. Ayodhya Deepotsav (November): Record-breaking 1 million diyas

  4. Taj Mahotsav (February): 10-day cultural festival near Taj Mahal

  5. Lucknow Mahotsav (November-December): Showcase of Awadhi culture

Best Times to Visit Uttar Pradesh

  • October-March: Ideal weather for heritage tours

  • November: Experience Diwali and Dev Deepawali

  • February: Perfect for Taj Mahotsav

  • July-August: Lush green countryside (monsoon beauty)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many public holidays does Uttar Pradesh have?
A: UP observes about 25-30 public holidays including national and state-specific days.

Q: Are private companies closed on Chhath Puja?
A: While not mandatory, most Noida/Lucknow firms close for this important festival.

Q: What’s the most unique holiday in UP?
A: The Ram Navami celebrations in Ayodhya attract millions of devotees annually.

Q: Do banks follow the same holidays across all UP districts?
A: No – western UP (Noida) and eastern UP (Varanasi) may have some variations.

Download our free Uttar Pradesh 2025 Holiday Calendar PDF 

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