Is June 06, 2025, A Holiday for Banks and the Stock Market?

Banks in several parts of India will remain shut for 2 days this week—June 6 and June 7, 2025—due to Eid-ul-Ad’ha (Bakrid) and Bakri ID (Id-Uz-Zuha). As per the RBI holiday calendar, both public-sector banks (PSBs) and private banks will suspend operations on these dates in specific regions. 

Government Bank Holiday for Bakrid 2025

• June 6 (Friday): Banks in Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi will remain closed to observe Bakrid (Eid-ul-Ad’ha). 
   
• June 7 (Saturday): Most banks across India will be shut. However, branches in Ahmedabad, Gangtok, Itanagar, Kochi, and Thiruvananthapuram will remain open, as it's the first Saturday of the month, which is a normal working day in these areas. 
   
• June 8 (Sunday): All banks will be closed nationally as per the regular Sunday holiday.

It is important to note that bank holidays in India are set by the government and can differ by state depending on local customs and festivals.

Stock Market Holiday on June 6?

• June 6 (Friday): Both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will operate as usual.
• June 7 (Saturday): Stock markets (NSE and BSE) will be closed, as they do not operate on weekends.

Read More: Share Market Holiday List 2025!

Online Banking Services Will Remain Operational

Despite physical bank branches being closed in certain regions, online banking services

such as UPI transactions, NEFT/RTGS transfers, and ATM services will remain operational across India during the Bakrid holidays.

Conclusion

Banks in certain cities will be closed on June 6 and 7 for Bakrid 2025, but the NSE and BSE will operate as usual on June 6 and remain closed on June 7 since it’s a Saturday. Customers should plan their banking tasks in advance and make use of online banking options during this time.

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