For candidates preparing for competitive banking examination, knowing the bank holiday in March 2025 is necessary to make a study program and plan-related work. Banks can impress closure transactions, documents submission and other banking services significantly to aspirations. Since many exams require fees payments or documents verification through banks, knowing about public holidays helps to avoid the hassles of the final-minute. This article provides a detailed list of bank holidays in March 2025, ensuring that candidates can manage their preparation and banking requirements efficiently.
Bank holiday list in March 2025
Below is a complete list of all the holidays to be held in the month of March in 2025. Here is the whole table,
| Bank holiday list in March 2025 | |||
| date | Holiday | Day | Area |
| 08/03/2025 | Second Saturday | Saturday | National |
| 13/03/2025 | Closure? | Thursday | National |
| 14/03/2025 | Holi | Friday | National |
| 14/03/2025 | Yasang | Friday | Manipur |
| 14/03/2025 | Dolajatra | Friday | West Bengal |
| 15/03/2025 | Second day of yasang | Saturday | Manipur |
| 22/03/2025 | 4 Saturday | Saturday | National |
| 23/03/2025 | Martyr | sunday | National |
| 28/03/2025 | Shab-e-Qadra | Friday | Jammu and Kashmir |
| 28/03/2025 | Jamat-ul-Vida | Friday | Jammu and Kashmir |
| 30/03/2025 | Ugadi or yugadi | sunday | Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka |
| 30/03/2025 | Gudi padwa | sunday | Maharastrastra, |
| 31/03/2025 | ID-fitr | monday | National |
There are many very important holidays in the month of March in 2025 which are celebrated at the national level and some of them are celebrated in states. Let us know briefly about each of them.
Holika Dahana (13 March)
Holika Dahana, also known as Chhati Holi, is a Hindu festival which symbolizes the victory of good over evil. People gather around an bonfire, which perform rituals to celebrate the legend of Prahlada and Holika, where devotion and righteousness conquered evil. Holika’s irritation reflects removal of negativity and the arrival of positivity and prosperity.
Holi (March 14)
Holi, also known as The Festival of Colors, is one of the most lively and joyful Hindu festivals celebrated in many parts of India and the world. It marks the arrival of spring and symbolizes the victory of good over evil. Falling on March 14, 2025, Holi is celebrated by throwing color on each other, enjoying festive sweets like Gujiya, and attached to music and dance. The festival also promotes love, unity and forgiveness, making it a time of happiness and solidarity.
Yasang (14th and 15 March)
Yasang is a major festival of Manipur, which is celebrated by the Metei community. This festival is celebrated for 2 days. The festival mixes religious and cultural traditions, including traditional dance performance and various sports activities such as burning Yasang Hut, Thabal Chongba.
Doljatra (14 March)
Dolajatra, also known as Doll Purnima, is an important Hindu festival celebrated in West Bengal, Odisha and Assam. It marks the worship of Lord Krishna and Radha and coincides with Holi, symbolizes the arrival of love, devotion and spring. Devotees place the idols of Krishna on a swing (DOL) and take them into processions singing devotional songs and playing with colors.
Shaheed Diwas (23 March)
Martyr’s Day, also known as Shaheed Day, is celebrated every year on 23 March to honor the supreme sacrifice of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev Thapar and Shivram Rajguru. These brave freedom fighters were hanged by the British on 23 March 1931 for their revolutionary activities against colonial rule. His patriotism and fearless fights for India’s independence inspires generations. On this day, tributes are paid across the country, remembering ceremonies, speeches and events.
Shab-e-Kadra (28 March)
Shab-e-Qadra is one of the holiest nights in Islam, which was seen during the last 10 days of Ramadan. It is believed that it is the night when the Quran was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. Devotees are engaged in prayers, recite the Quran, and want forgiveness, because this night is said to be better than a thousand months.
Jamaat-ul-Vida (28 March)
The Jamaat-ul-Vida marks on the last Friday of Ramadan and is observed with special prayers in mosques. Muslims demanded blessings and forgiveness, to offer a large number of Jumu (Friday) prayers. This is a time for donations, and is preparing for the upcoming Eid celebrations.
Ugadi or Yugadi (30th March)
Yugadi, also known as Yugadi, is a new year festival celebrated in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka. It comes on the first day of the month of Chaitra according to the Hindu Lunisolar calendar. The day is marked with traditional rituals, temple visits and a special dish, called Ugadi Pachadi, which symbolizes different tastes of life.
Gudi Padwa (30th March)
Gudi Padwa is the Maharashtrian New Year, which is celebrated on the first day of the month of Chaitra. People hoist a good (decorated flag) outside their homes, which symbolizes victory and prosperity. The festival includes special prayers, processions, and preparation of sweets like Purana Poli to welcome the New Year.
ID-ul-Fitr (31 March)
ID-ul-Fitr, also known as Eid al-Fitr, symbolizes the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. It is a day of happiness, gratitude and charity, which begins with a special Eid prayer in mosques. Families come together to celebrate with delicious feasts, exchange gifts and offer zakat (charity).
