The Maharashtra Government Holidays 2026 list outlines all the official holidays that will be observed by government offices, schools, and banks across the state throughout the year. Issued by the General Administration Department (GAD) of Maharashtra, this schedule includes national holidays, regional festivals, and significant state observances. From Republic Day and Independence Day to iconic local celebrations like Gudi Padwa, Ganesh Chaturthi, and Maharashtra Day, the 2026 holiday calendar ensures citizens can plan ahead for both official closures and festive occasions.
What the holiday lists cover
- State public holidays: These are days declared by the Maharashtra government for government offices, many private organisations, and are typically “gazetted” or “state” holidays.
- Bank holidays: Under the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines and state notifications, banks in Maharashtra observe additional days (including 2nd & 4th Saturdays in many months) beyond the public holidays.
- School holidays / educational institution breaks: Schools follow the public holiday calendar plus have their own academic-break schedules (summer breaks, festival breaks, etc.).
Note: Dates for some religious festivals (e.g., Eid, Muharram) depend on lunar/astronomical observations and are therefore tentative.
Public/State Holidays 2026 (Maharashtra)
Below is a list of the major state‐public holidays for Maharashtra in 2026. These typically apply to all government offices, courts, and are generally observed by many private sector organisations.
|
Date |
Day |
Holiday |
Category |
|
Jan 26 |
Monday |
Republic Day |
National Holiday |
|
Feb 15 |
Sunday |
Maha Shivratri |
Religious / State |
|
Feb 19 |
Thursday |
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti |
State Festival |
|
Mar 4 |
Wednesday |
Holi (Second Day) |
Religious |
|
Mar 20 |
Friday |
Gudi Padwa |
State Festival |
|
Mar 21 |
Saturday |
Id-ul-Fitr / Ramzan-Id (end of Ramadan) |
Religious |
|
Mar 27 |
Friday |
Ram Navami |
Religious |
|
Mar 31 |
Tuesday |
Mahavir Jayanti |
Religious |
|
Apr 3 |
Friday |
Good Friday |
Religious |
|
Apr 14 |
Tuesday |
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti |
National/State |
|
May 1 |
Friday |
Buddha Pournima & Maharashtra Din (State Day) |
State Festival |
|
May 27 |
Wednesday |
Id-ul-Adha (Bakri-Id) |
Religious |
|
Jun 26 |
Friday |
Muharram |
Religious |
|
Aug 15 |
Saturday |
Independence Day |
National Holiday |
|
Aug 16 |
Sunday |
Parsi New Year (Shahenshahi) |
Cultural / Religious |
|
Aug 25 |
Tuesday |
Id-e-Milad (Mawlid an-Nabi) |
Religious |
|
Sep 14 |
Monday |
Ganesh Chaturthi |
State Festival |
|
Oct 2 |
Friday |
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
National Holiday |
|
Oct 21 |
Wednesday |
Dussehra (Dasara) |
State / Religious |
|
Nov 8 |
Sunday |
Diwali / Deepavali |
Major Festival |
|
Nov 9 |
Monday |
Diwali Holiday (Pratipada) |
Major Festival |
|
Nov 24 |
Tuesday |
Guru Nanak Jayanti |
Religious |
|
Dec 25 |
Friday |
Christmas |
Religious |
Bank Holidays 2026 (Maharashtra)
In addition to the state public holidays above, banks in Maharashtra observe extra closures — notably the second & fourth Saturdays of each month, and other bank-specific holidays.
- Regular bank closures: 2nd Saturday and 4th Saturday every month.
- Key bank-only holiday: Apr 1, 2026 — Annual Closing of Bank Accounts.
- The list of bank holidays also includes the public holidays listed above.
School Holidays & Academic Breaks
Schools in Maharashtra follow the public holiday calendar and also schedule longer breaks. While specifics vary by district/institution, common patterns are:
|
Break Name |
Approximate Duration |
Typical Period |
|
Summer Vacation |
~40-45 days |
Late April/May to early June |
|
Diwali / Festival Break |
~7-10 days |
Around Diwali (Oct/Nov) |
|
Winter Break |
~8-10 days |
Late December to early January |
|
Regular Public Holidays |
Single-day closures |
As per table above |
Schools may also declare additional local festival holidays (e.g., regional cultural days) or emergency closures (rain, etc.).
How to use this calendar for planning
- Mark the major holidays now for travel, family events, or business planning.
- If you deal with banking/financial work, check the bank holiday list early to avoid surprises.
- For school scheduling, combine this list with your school’s internal calendar (since local breaks may vary).
- Always verify with the official notification issued by the Maharashtra government or respective department before confirming non-working days.
Important Caveats
- The above lists are indicative. The official notification by the Maharashtra government or respective boards has legal authority.
- Many religious festival dates (e.g., Id-ul-Fitr, Muharram, Id-e-Milad) depend on moon-sighting/astronomical observation and may shift.
- Additional holidays may be declared at the district or local level which are not captured in the statewide list.
- School and bank holiday schedules may vary slightly from one institution to another.
