Think again. Major banks; SBI, HDFC, ICICI, PNB; will be shut for up to 4 days between Sept 14-20, 2026, thanks to regional holidays like Ganesh Chaturthi, Nuakhai, and even Unitarian Anniversary Day (yes, that’s a real thing, and it’s why Shillong’s banks close on Sept 18). Here’s the catch: closures aren’t nationwide. Some cities like Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru shut on Sept 14. Others like Ahmedabad or Panaji get a second holiday on Sept 15. And don’t forget; Sunday, Sept 20 is the usual weekly off, so don’t plan anything. Good news? ATMs, UPI, mobile banking; everything digital; works fine. So if you’re stuck, just tap, swipe, or transfer. No queue, no wait. Pro tip: If your city’s on the list, plan cash withdrawals or cheque drop-offs earlier. And maybe bookmark this; because next year, same thing, different dates.