Banks Open on March 7, 2026, First Saturday; Regional Holidays Vary in March

Banks in India are open on Saturday, March 7, 2026, as it is the first Saturday of the month, following Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines that keep banks operational on first, third, and fifth Saturdays unless declared holidays. Banks close on second and fourth Saturdays and on regional or festival holidays, which vary by state. Customers can use ATMs and digital banking on holidays. Bank unions have proposed a five-day workweek to reduce pressure and align with other government offices.