Which Saturdays Are Banks Open?
- ✅ 1st, 3rd & 5th Saturdays: Banks are open
- ❌ 2nd & 4th Saturdays: Banks are closed
- 🕒 Saturday Working Hours:
Most banks operate between 9:00 AM and 3:30–5:00 PM on open Saturdays. Some may close earlier around 2:00–3:00 PM, especially in rural areas.
🍴 Lunch Break on Saturdays
- Staggered lunch hours: Usually between 1:00 PM and 2:30 PM
- Branch services continue as staff take turns
📅 Special Note for 5th Saturdays
When a 5th Saturday occurs in a month, banks treat it like a normal working Saturday (unless it falls on a public holiday).
➡️ Example: 31 May 2025 (5th Saturday) — Banks were open
🖥️ Digital Services
Even when branches are closed on 2nd/4th Saturdays, digital banking is always available:
- ✅ Net banking
- ✅ Mobile apps
- ✅ UPI/IMPS/NEFT (online)
- ✅ ATMs & WhatsApp banking
✅ Summary
| Saturday Type | Bank Status | Typical Timings |
|---|---|---|
| 1st, 3rd, 5th Saturday | ✅ Open | 9:00 AM – 3:30/5:00 PM |
| 2nd, 4th Saturday | ❌ Closed | — |
