Holidays and Observances in India in 2026
Following is a list of holidays and observances in India for 2026, providing a concise overview of the country's key celebrations. It showcases India's rich cultural heritage and the unique blend of traditional and modern festivities throughout the year.
| Holiday | Date | Day | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Republic Day | January 26 | Monday | National Holiday |
| Holi | March 04 | Wednesday | Gazetted Holiday |
| Eid al-Fitr | March 21 | Saturday | Gazetted Holiday |
| Rama Navami | March 26 | Thursday | Gazetted Holiday |
| Good Friday | April 03 | Friday | Gazetted Holiday |
| Ambedkar Jayanti | April 14 | Tuesday | Gazetted Holiday |
| Eid ul-Adha | May 28 | Thursday | Gazetted Holiday |
| Muharram/Ashura | June 26 | Friday | Gazetted Holiday |
| Independence Day | August 15 | Saturday | National Holiday |
| Milad un-Nabi | August 25 | Tuesday | Gazetted Holiday |
| Krishna Janmashtami | September 04 | Friday | Gazetted Holiday |
| Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | October 02 | Friday | National Holiday |
| Dussehra | October 20 | Tuesday | Gazetted Holiday |
| Diwali/Deepavali | November 08 | Sunday | Gazetted Holiday |
| Guru Nanak Jayanti | November 27 | Friday | Gazetted Holiday |
| Christmas | December 25 | Friday | Gazetted Holiday |
Holidays by Year
Previous Year: 2023