Planning to visit your nearest Bank of Maharashtra branch? Make sure it’s open. In 2025, Bank of Maharashtra observes a mix of national, regional, and weekend holidays, based on RBI guidelines and state-specific calendars.
Here’s your complete, updated guide to Bank of Maharashtra holidays in 2025.
National Bank Holidays (Observed Across India)
These are the major holidays when all Bank of Maharashtra branches will be closed:
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| January 26 | Sunday | Republic Day |
| March 29 | Saturday | Holi |
| April 10 | Thursday | Ram Navami |
| April 14 | Monday | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
| April 18 | Friday | Good Friday |
| August 15 | Friday | Independence Day |
| October 2 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| October 31 | Friday | Diwali / Deepavali |
| December 25 | Thursday | Christmas Day |
📌 Actual dates may vary slightly based on the lunar calendar.
Maharashtra State-Specific Holidays (2025)
In addition to national holidays, branches in Maharashtra will observe:
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| January 15 | Wednesday | Makar Sankranti |
| March 8 | Saturday | Mahashivratri |
| March 25 | Tuesday | Gudi Padwa |
| April 1 | Tuesday | Bank Year Closing* |
| September 6 | Saturday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| September 17 | Wednesday | Anant Chaturdashi |
| October 3 | Friday | Navami / Ayudha Puja |
| October 4 | Saturday | Vijayadashami |
| November 1 | Saturday | Bhai Dooj / Diwali Holiday |
📝 April 1 is a restricted holiday for year-end bank closing — public dealing is usually not available.
Bank of Maharashtra Weekend Holidays
Branches are closed on:
- All Sundays
- 2nd and 4th Saturdays
Example Weekend Closures:
| Month | 2nd Sat | 4th Sat |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11th | 25th |
| February | 8th | 22nd |
| March | 8th | 22nd |
| April | 12th | 26th |
| … | … | … |
| December | 13th | 27th |
✅ 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays are working days.
How to Check If a Branch Is Open
You can:
- Use the MahaConnect mobile app
- Visit the official site: www.bankofmaharashtra.in
- Call 1800 233 4526 for customer care
FAQs
Q1: Is Bank of Maharashtra open on Saturdays?
A. Yes, but only on 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays. All branches are closed on 2nd and 4th Saturdays.
Q2: Are online services available on holidays?
A. Yes. Mobile banking, internet banking, ATMs, and UPI are available 24×7, even on holidays.
Q3: Is April 1 a full holiday?
A. April 1 is for annual account closing. Branches may be open, but customer transactions are usually not processed.
Key Takeaways
- Bank of Maharashtra follows RBI’s holiday calendar + local state holidays.
- Branches are closed on Sundays and 2nd/4th Saturdays.
- Use online banking on holidays for uninterrupted access.
