The Government of India holiday schedule is divided into two official categories: Compulsory Gazetted Holidays (when all administrative offices, central institutions, and banks remain closed nationwide) and Restricted Holidays (RH / ऐच्छिक अवकाश), which employees can opt for individually. Use the interactive calendar above to filter dates for your state or check upcoming 3-day long weekends.
Govt Holidays Calendar
CENTRAL • STATE • GAZETTEDOfficial Public Holidays • Long Weekends • Govt Offices & Schools
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Central Government Gazetted Holidays List
Gazetted public holidays (सार्वजनिक अवकाश) are mandatory closures notified under the authority of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions. All Central Government administrative offices, central public sector enterprises (CPSEs), and attached subordinate offices remain closed on these dates.
| Holiday Name | Date | Day | Holiday Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Republic Day | 26 January | Monday | National / Compulsory Gazetted |
| Maha Shivratri | 15 February | Sunday | Gazetted / Religious |
| Holi (Dhuleti) | 04 March | Wednesday | Gazetted Public Holiday |
| Id-ul-Fitr (Eid) | 20 March | Friday | Gazetted (Subject to Moon) |
| Good Friday | 27 March | Friday | Compulsory Gazetted |
| Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti | 14 April | Tuesday | Gazetted Public Holiday |
| Buddha Purnima | 01 May | Friday | Compulsory Gazetted |
| Bakrid / Id-ul-Zuha | 27 May | Wednesday | Gazetted (Subject to Moon) |
| Muharram | 26 June | Friday | Compulsory Gazetted |
| Independence Day | 15 August | Saturday | National / Compulsory Gazetted |
| Janmashtami | 04 September | Friday | Gazetted Public Holiday |
| Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | 02 October | Friday | National / Compulsory Gazetted |
| Dussehra (Vijay Dashami) | 20 October | Tuesday | Compulsory Gazetted |
| Diwali (Deepawali) | 08 November | Sunday | Compulsory Gazetted |
| Guru Nanak Jayanti | 24 November | Tuesday | Compulsory Gazetted |
| Christmas Day | 25 December | Friday | Compulsory Gazetted |
Gazetted vs Restricted Holidays (RH): What Is the Difference?
Government service rules clearly delineate between fixed national closures and optional festive observances:
- Gazetted Public Holidays (सार्वजनिक अवकाश): Mandatory holidays observed by all central departments, state administrative branches, judicial courts, and civil institutions. Central employees are granted 14 compulsory gazetted dates, along with 3 additional holidays selected by Central Government Employees Welfare Coordination Committees located in respective state capitals.
- Restricted Holidays (ऐच्छिक अवकाश / RH): Optional holidays published in a designated list each year. Central government employees are permitted to select up to 2 Restricted Holidays per year according to their religious or personal preferences, without deducting from their Casual Leave (CL) or Earned Leave (EL) quota.
State-Wise Government Calendar Variations
While national holidays (Jan 26, Aug 15, Oct 2) are observed uniformly across the country, individual state governments publish separate gazette notifications for regional occasions:
- Rajasthan: Honors state-specific holidays including Devnarayan Jayanti, Chetichand, Maharana Pratap Jayanti, Veer Teja Dashami, and Ramdev Jayanti.
- Jharkhand: Observes official state holidays for Sarhul, Karma Puja, Adivasi/Indigenous Peoples Day, and Jharkhand Foundation Day (Birsa Munda Jayanti).
- Uttar Pradesh: Features designated closures around Holi, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, and Chhath Puja.
- Maharashtra: Designates Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti, Gudi Padwa, and Maharashtra Day (May 1) as mandatory state closures.
- West Bengal: Observes extended administrative leave during Durga Puja (from Maha Saptami through Vijaya Dashami) and Poila Boishakh.
Upcoming 3-Day Long Weekends
Planning leaves around official gazetted holidays falling on Mondays or Fridays creates ideal vacation windows:
| Holiday Event | Holiday Date | Weekend Period | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Republic Day Weekend | 26 January (Mon) | 24 Jan (Sat) – 26 Jan (Mon) | 3 Continuous Days |
| Id-ul-Fitr Weekend | 20 March (Fri) | 20 Mar (Fri) – 22 Mar (Sun) | 3 Continuous Days |
| Good Friday Weekend | 27 March (Fri) | 27 Mar (Fri) – 29 Mar (Sun) | 3 Continuous Days |
| Buddha Purnima / May Day | 01 May (Fri) | 01 May (Fri) – 03 May (Sun) | 3 Continuous Days |
| Muharram Weekend | 26 June (Fri) | 26 Jun (Fri) – 28 Jun (Sun) | 3 Continuous Days |
| Janmashtami Weekend | 04 September (Fri) | 04 Sep (Fri) – 06 Sep (Sun) | 3 Continuous Days |
| Gandhi Jayanti Weekend | 02 October (Fri) | 02 Oct (Fri) – 04 Oct (Sun) | 3 Continuous Days |
| Christmas Weekend | 25 December (Fri) | 25 Dec (Fri) – 27 Dec (Sun) | 3 Continuous Days |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Are schools and colleges closed on government holidays?
Yes. Educational institutions follow their respective State Government Education Department gazettes and observe mandatory closures on all Central Gazetted holidays and state-designated festival days.
Are private offices required to stay closed on gazetted holidays?
Under the Industrial Employment (National and Festival Holidays) Act, private establishments are legally required to grant paid holidays on the three National Holidays: Republic Day (26 Jan), Independence Day (15 Aug), and Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti (2 Oct). Other festival holidays depend on company leave policies.
