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Key Takeaways
- Bihar is a significant state in India with a diverse cultural heritage, which is reflected in its public holiday calendar for 2026.
- The holiday list includes national festivals such as Republic Day, Independence Day, and Christmas.
- Some of the region-specific and religious holidays include Holi, Eid al-Fitr, Durga Puja, Chhath Puja, and Diwali.
- Other holidays include Bihar Divas on March 22, Shri Ram Navami, Good Friday, Eid al-Zuha, Muharram, Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti, Maha Navami, and Vijaya Dashami, and many others.
- This Bihar government holiday list helps employees and organizations plan work and leave throughout the year.
- Companies and employees are advised to stay updated with Bihar’s official holiday calendar for leave management in 2026.
List of Government/Public/Bank Holidays in Bihar 2026
The table below shows holidays in Bihar 2026, along with other essential festivals.
| Sr no. | Date | Day | Holiday | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 26, 2026 | Monday | Republic Day | Government Holiday |
| 2 | Mar 3, 2026 | Tuesday | Holi | Government Holiday |
| 3 | Mar 21, 2026 | Saturday | Eid al-Fitr | Public/Festival |
| 4 | Mar 22, 2026 | Sunday | Bihar Divas | Public Holiday |
| 5 | Mar 27, 2026 | Friday | Shri Ram Navami | Government Holiday |
| 6 | Apr 3, 2026 | Friday | Good Friday | Public Holiday |
| 7 | May 1, 2026 | Friday | May Day / Labour Day | Government Holiday |
| 8 | May 27, 2026 | Wednesday | Eid al-Zuha | Public/Festival |
| 9 | Jun 26, 2026 | Friday | Muharram | Public/Festival |
| 10 | Aug 15, 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day | Government Holiday |
| 11 | Sep 4, 2026 | Friday | Shri Krishna Janmashtami | Public/Festival |
| 12 | Oct 2, 2026 | Friday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | Government Holiday |
| 13 | Oct 20, 2026 | Tuesday | Maha Navami | Public/Festival |
| 14 | Nov 8, 2026 | Sunday | Deepawali (Diwali) | Public/Festival |
| 15 | Nov 15, 2026 | Sunday | Vijaya Dashami | Public/Festival |
| 16 | Nov 15, 2026 | Sunday | Chhat Puja (1st day) | Public/Festival |
| 17 | Nov 16, 2026 | Monday | Chhat Puja (2nd day) | Public/Festival |
| 18 | Dec 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas | Public Holiday |
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FAQs
What are the Holidays in Bihar?
Bihar holiday calendar has a mix of national, state, and cultural holidays, which include festivals like Holi, Diwali, Eid, Chhath Puja, and Bihar Divas.
How Many Holidays Will Bihar Government Employees Get in 2026?
The Bihar government holiday list 2026 includes a total of 44 holidays in 2026. This includes 11 general holidays, 15 public holidays, and 17 optional (restricted) holidays.
What are the Main Public Holidays in Bihar for 2026?
Some key public holidays include Republic Day (Jan 26), Holi (Mar 3), Eid al-Fitr (Mar 21), Bihar Divas (Mar 22) Good Friday (Apr 3), Eid al-Zuha (May 27), Independence Day (Aug 15), Krishna Janmashtami (Sep 4), Gandhi Jayanti (Oct 2), Diwali (Nov 8), Vijaya Dashami and Chhath Puja (Nov 15-16), and Christmas (Dec 25).
Are there Optional or Restricted Holidays in Bihar in 2026?
Yes, employees can avail 17 optional (restricted) holidays of their choice from a list provided by the government.
Does Bihar Observe Bank Holidays in 2026?
Banks in Bihar have bank holidays aligned with the state government holidays.
Which Festivals are Public Holidays in Bihar in 2026?
Festivals like Holi, Eid (al-Fitr and al-Zuha), Ram Navami, Good Friday, Eid al-Zuha, Muharram, Durga Puja, Diwali, Chhath Puja, and Christmas are public holidays in the Bihar holiday calendar.
When is Bihar Divas Celebrated in 2026?
Bihar Divas is celebrated on March 22, 2026.
When is Chhath Puja Holiday in Bihar 2026?
Chhath Puja holidays fall on November 15 and 16, 2026.
What are the Key Local and Cultural Holidays in Bihar in 2026?
Apart from national festivals, cultural holidays include:
- Bihar Divas (Mar 22)
- Veer Kunwar Singh Jayanti (Apr 23)
- Janaki Navami (Apr 25)
- Kabir Jayanti (Jun 29)
- Chehallum (Aug 4)
- Chhath Puja (Nov 15-16)
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