Banks in India to close for regional and national holidays in December 2024

In December 2024, banks in India will close for several regional and national holidays, including Christmas and Goa Liberation Day. The Reserve Bank of India has released a state-wise holiday schedule, with specific closures varying by location. Key dates include December 3 for the Feast of St. Francis Xavier in Goa, December 25 for Christmas nationwide, and December 31 for New Year's Eve in some states. Banks will also close on Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. Despite these closures, customers can still access banking services online through digital channels like UPI and net banking. Services such as bill payments and money transfers will remain available during holidays.