The following table lists the gazetted and major state-specific public holidays in India for 2025. National holidays are observed across all states and union territories, while state-specific holidays vary based on regional festivals, historical events, or cultural practices. Gazetted holidays are mandatory for government offices, schools, and most businesses, while restricted holidays are optional and depend on individual or institutional choice. Note that some dates may be subject to change based on lunar or regional calendars, and local government notifications should be checked for confirmation.
Indian Government Holidays List 2025-UP & Central
Date | Day | Holiday Name | Details | States/Regions Observing |
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January 1, 2025 | Wednesday | New Year’s Day | Celebrates the beginning of the Gregorian calendar year. Often a bank holiday. | Many states (e.g., Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, etc.) |
January 6, 2025 | Monday | Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti | Commemorates the birth of Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru. | Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh |
January 12, 2025 | Sunday | Swami Vivekananda Jayanti / National Youth Day | Marks the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda and promotes youth empowerment. | West Bengal, nationwide (restricted holiday) |
January 13, 2025 | Monday | Lohri | A Punjabi harvest festival celebrated with bonfires and cultural events. | Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh |
January 14, 2025 | Tuesday | Makar Sankranti / Pongal | Harvest festival marking the sun’s transit to Makara. Pongal is a four-day festival in Tamil Nadu. | Nationwide (Makar Sankranti); Tamil Nadu (Pongal) |
January 16, 2025 | Thursday | Uzhavar Tirunal (Pongal) | Part of Pongal festivities, honoring farmers. A bank holiday in Tamil Nadu. | Tamil Nadu |
January 26, 2025 | Sunday | Republic Day | National holiday commemorating the adoption of the Indian Constitution. | Nationwide |
February 12, 2025 | Wednesday | Basant Panchami / Saraswati Puja | Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, marking the onset of spring. | West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana |
February 26, 2025 | Wednesday | Maha Shivratri | Hindu festival honoring Lord Shiva, observed with fasting and prayers. | Nationwide (gazetted in most states) |
March 14, 2025 | Friday | Holi (Dhuleti/Dhulandi/Dol Jatra) | Festival of colors celebrating spring and the triumph of good over evil. | Nationwide (except Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Manipur, Tripura, Nagaland) |
March 15, 2025 | Saturday | Holi (Yaosang 2nd Day) | Continuation of Holi celebrations in specific regions. A bank holiday. | Tripura, Odisha, Manipur, Bihar (Agartala, Bhubaneswar, Imphal, Patna) |
March 31, 2025 | Monday | Eid al-Fitr | Islamic festival marking the end of Ramadan. Date subject to moon sighting. | Nationwide |
April 10, 2025 | Thursday | Mahavir Jayanti | Jain festival commemorating the birth of Lord Mahavira. | Nationwide (gazetted in many states) |
April 14, 2025 | Monday | Ambedkar Jayanti | National holiday marking the birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, architect of the Indian Constitution. | Nationwide |
April 14, 2025 | Monday | Baisakhi | Sikh harvest festival and New Year celebration. | Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh |
April 18, 2025 | Friday | Good Friday | Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. | Nationwide (gazetted in most states) |
May 1, 2025 | Thursday | Maharashtra Day | Celebrates the formation of Maharashtra state in 1960. | Maharashtra |
May 12, 2025 | Monday | Buddha Purnima | Commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Lord Buddha. | Nationwide (gazetted in many states) |
June 7, 2025 | Saturday | Eid al-Adha (Bakrid) | Islamic festival honoring Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son. | Nationwide |
July 28, 2025 | Monday | Muharram | Islamic day of mourning for the martyrdom of Imam Hussein. | Nationwide (gazetted in many states) |
August 15, 2025 | Friday | Independence Day | National holiday celebrating India’s independence from British rule. | Nationwide |
August 16, 2025 | Saturday | Parsi New Year (Navroz) | Zoroastrian New Year celebrated by the Parsi community. | Gujarat, Maharashtra (restricted holiday) |
August 27, 2025 | Wednesday | Ganesh Chaturthi | Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha. | Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu |
September 5, 2025 | Friday | Onam | Kerala’s harvest festival, a 10-day celebration with cultural events. | Kerala |
September 7, 2025 | Sunday | Janmashtami | Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna. | Nationwide (gazetted in many states) |
October 2, 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti | National holiday honoring Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary. | Nationwide |
October 10–13, 2025 | Friday–Monday | Navratri/Dussehra | Nine-night Hindu festival for Goddess Durga, culminating in Dussehra, celebrating Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana. | Nationwide (Dussehra gazetted in most states) |
October 20–21, 2025 | Monday–Tuesday | Diwali (Deepavali) | Festival of lights celebrating the victory of light over darkness. | Nationwide (gazetted in most states) |
November 5, 2025 | Wednesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti | Sikh festival commemorating the birth of Guru Nanak, the first Sikh Guru. | Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh |
December 25, 2025 | Thursday | Christmas Day | Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. | Nationwide (gazetted in most states) |
National Holidays: Republic Day (January 26), Ambedkar Jayanti (April 14), Independence Day (August 15), and Gandhi Jayanti (October 2) are mandatory across all states and union territories.
Gazetted vs. Restricted Holidays: Gazetted holidays (e.g., Republic Day, Diwali) are mandatory closures for government offices and most institutions. Restricted holidays (e.g., Parsi New Year, Basant Panchami) are optional, allowing employees to choose based on personal or religious preferences. The Central Government lists 17 gazetted and 34 restricted holidays for 2025.
State-Specific Variations: States like Tamil Nadu (Pongal), Maharashtra (Maharashtra Day), and Kerala (Onam) observe unique regional holidays. For a complete state-wise list, refer to official state government websites or the National Portal of India (https://www.india.gov.in/state-and-ut-holiday-calendar).
Bank Holidays: Most public holidays are also bank holidays, but some are region-specific (e.g., Uzhavar Tirunal in Tamil Nadu). Banks are closed on the second and fourth Saturdays and all Sundays.
Date Variations: Islamic holidays like Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, and Muharram depend on moon sightings, and Hindu festivals like Diwali and Holi may vary slightly by regional calendars.
Central Government Employees: Typically receive 104 holidays annually (including weekends), 14 gazetted holidays, 2 restricted holidays, and 3 national holidays.
Accurate and updated state-specific holiday lists, check official state government websites or the National Portal of India. Holiday schedules may be adjusted due to local events or emergencies.
UP Government Holiday List 2025: Complete List of Uttar Pradesh Public (UP) Holidays
Planning your year ahead? Whether you’re a government employee, student, or business owner in Uttar Pradesh, knowing the UP Government Holiday List 2025 can help you make the most of long weekends, festive seasons, and public breaks. Here’s a comprehensive look at the official public holidays in UP for 2025.
Overview of UP Government Holidays List 2025
The Uttar Pradesh government publishes an official holiday calendar every year that includes:
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Gazetted Holidays (Mandatory Public Holidays)
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Restricted Holidays (Optional, at the discretion of the employee)
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Bank Holidays (Observed by all government and private banks)
These holidays typically include national festivals, religious events, and important regional occasions.
List of UP Government Gazetted Holidays 2025
Here’s a table of the main public holidays list likely to be observed across Uttar Pradesh (UP) in 2025:
| Date | Day | Holiday Name |
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| Jan 26 | Sunday | Republic Day |
| Mar 17 | Monday | Holi |
| Apr 10 | Thursday | Ram Navami |
| Apr 14 | Monday | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
| Apr 18 | Friday | Good Friday |
| May 23 | Friday | Buddha Purnima |
| Jul 6 | Sunday | Eid-ul-Adha (Bakrid)* |
| Aug 15 | Friday | Independence Day |
| Aug 26 | Tuesday | Janmashtami |
| Oct 2 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| Oct 11 | Saturday | Vijaya Dashami (Dussehra) |
| Oct 31 | Friday | Diwali |
| Nov 3 | Monday | Bhai Dooj |
| Nov 7 | Friday | Chhath Puja |
| Dec 25 | Thursday | Christmas Day |
*Note: Islamic holidays are subject to the sighting of the moon and may vary.
Restricted Holiday List in Uttar Pradesh (UP) 2025
In addition to mandatory public holidays, government employees may choose two restricted holidays from a list that includes:
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Mahashivratri
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Basant Panchami
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Easter Sunday
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Raksha Bandhan
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Karwa Chauth
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Guru Nanak Jayanti
These holidays are not mandatory for all, but many institutions remain partially closed.
UP Bank Holidays 2025
Banks in Uttar Pradesh follow the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines. Besides Sundays and 2nd/4th Saturdays, the following dates are generally bank holidays:
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Republic Day (Jan 26)
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Holi (Mar 17)
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Eid Holidays*
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Independence Day (Aug 15)
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Gandhi Jayanti (Oct 2)
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Diwali (Oct 31)
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Christmas (Dec 25)
Download PDF of UP & Central Govt Holiday list 2025
Tips to Use the UP Holiday List
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Plan vacations around long weekends.
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Schedule banking transactions in advance before long closures.
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Use restricted holidays to accommodate your religious or cultural observances.
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