Holidays in January 2026

List of Holidays

List of Trading Holidays

List of Holidays in Different States

List of Monthly Holidays

Holidays are the perfect time to relax, reconnect with family and friends, or even enjoy some peaceful moments on your own. They also offer a great opportunity to create unforgettable memories by exploring new destinations. With India’s vast geography and rich cultural diversity, there is no shortage of amazing places to visit during holidays.

Having access to a complete list of public holidays helps you plan your vacations more efficiently and well in advance. Early planning not only saves travel costs but also ensures better availability of accommodations and tickets.

January is one of the most significant months in the holiday calendar, featuring multiple public holidays, including the important national celebration of Republic Day. In addition to national holidays, different states also observe their own regional holidays, making it an ideal time to plan short trips or extended vacations.

List of Holidays in January 2026

Date & Day	Holiday	Celebrated in
1 January 2026, Thursday	New Year’s Day	Across the country
6 January 2026, Tuesday	Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti	Haryana and Punjab
11 January 2026, Sunday	Missionary Day	Mizoram
12 January 2026, Monday	Swami Vivekanand Jayanti	West Bengal
13 January 2026, Tuesday	Bhogi	Andhra Pradesh, Telangana
14 January 2026, Wednesday	Makar Sankranti	Several states
14 January 2026, Wednesday	Pongal	Several states
15 January 2026, Thursday	Magh Bihu	Assam
15 January 2026, Thursday	Thiruvallur Day	Tamil Nadu
16 January 2026, Friday	Kanuma Panduga	Andhra Pradesh
19 January 2026, Monday	Sonam Losar	Sikkim
23 January 2026, Friday	Netaji Subhash Chandra Jayanti	West Bengal, Tripura, Odisha
26 January 2026, Monday	Republic Day	National holiday

Bank Holidays in January 2026

Banks in India remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month. Apart from this, banks are also closed on national holidays, public holidays, and regional holidays (which differ from state to state). Knowing bank holidays in advance will help you plan your visits to your bank in advance.

Given below are the dates for bank holidays in January 2026:

Date	Day	Holiday	Celebrated in
1 January 2026	Tuesday	New Year’s Day	Varies by state
6 January 2026	Tuesday	Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti	Several states
11 January 2026	Sunday	Missionary Day	Mizoram
12 January 2026	Monday	Swami Vivekananda Jayanti	West Bengal
13 January 2026	Tuesday	Lohri	Punjab and other states
14 January 2026	Wednesday	Sankranti	Several states
14 January 2026	Wedesday	Pongal	Tamil Nadu
15 January 2026	Thursday	Thiruvalluvar Day	Tamil Nadu
15 January 2026	Thursday	Magh Bihu	Assam
23 January 2026	Friday	Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti	West Bengal, Tripura, Odisha
24 January 2026	Fourth Saturday	Fourth Saturday	All over India
26 January 2026	Republic Day	Republic Day	Across the country

FAQs on Holidays in January

How many national holidays are there in India?

There are three national holidays: Republic Day on 26th January, Independence Day on 15th August, and Gandhi Jayanti on 2nd October.

Is there a bank holiday on Thiruvalluvar Day 2026?

There is a bank holiday on Thiruvalluvar Day (15 January 2026) in Tamil Nadu.

Is there a gazetted holiday on 1 January 2026?

No, there is no gazetted holiday on 1 January 2026, but it is observed as a restricted holiday in some states.

Is there a public holiday on 14 January 2026?

Yes, there is a bank holiday on 14 January 2026 on the occasion of Makar Sankranti in some states.

In which state is the Magh Bihu festival celebrated?

Magh Bihu is celebrated in Assam every year on 15 January.