Maharashtra Declares 24 Public Holidays for 2026; Full List Released
Mumbai, December 14, 2025: The Maharashtra government has officially released the comprehensive list of public holidays for the year 2026, announcing a total of 24 days off for state offices. This declaration, issued through a notification by the General Administration Department (GAD), covers all major festivals, national days, and a special festive break.
The holidays are applicable across all state-level administrative bodies, ensuring a consistent schedule for employees in:
- State Government Undertakings
- Municipal Corporations and Councils
- Nagar Panchayats
- District Councils (Zilla Parishads)
- Panchayat Samitis
- Gram Panchayats
Special Holiday for Bhaubeej
In a specific move to honor local traditions, the state government has declared a special public holiday for Bhaubeej on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. This significant festival, celebrated as part of the Diwali festivities, marks the cherished bond between brothers and sisters.
Exclusive Bank Holiday
Beyond the general public holidays, the Maharashtra government has also designated Wednesday, April 1, 2026, as an exclusive holiday for banks. This day is reserved solely for annual financial closing and audit activities and is not applicable to general government offices.
Government departments are expected to utilize this released calendar to plan their operational and financial activities effectively throughout 2026.
🗓️ Complete List of Maharashtra Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday |
| January 26 | Monday | Republic Day |
| February 15 | Sunday | Mahashivratri |
| February 19 | Thursday | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti |
| March 3 | Tuesday | Holi (Second Day) |
| March 19 | Thursday | Gudi Padwa |
| March 21 | Saturday | Ramzan Eid (Eid-ul-Fitr) |
| March 26 | Thursday | Ram Navami |
| March 31 | Tuesday | Mahavir Jayanti |
| April 3 | Friday | Good Friday |
| April 14 | Tuesday | Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti |
| May 1 | Friday | Maharashtra Day |
| May 1 | Friday | Buddha Purnima |
| May 28 | Thursday | Bakri Eid (Eid-ul-Zuha) |
| June 26 | Friday | Muharram |
| August 15 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| August 15 | Saturday | Parsi New Year (Shahenshahi) |
| August 26 | Wednesday | Eid-e-Milad |
| September 14 | Monday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| October 2 | Friday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| October 20 | Tuesday | Dussehra |
| November 8 | Sunday | Diwali Amavasya (Laxmi Pujan) |
| November 10 | Tuesday | Diwali (Balipratipada) |
| November 11 | Wednesday | Bhaubeej (Special Holiday) |
| November 24 | Tuesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| December 25 | Friday | Christmas |
Readers can use this information as a reference to plan their activities, however it is advised to check with your organisation/institution for more authoritative information.
