2026 National holidays
Full 2026 list →| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 January 2026 | Monday | Republic Day | National Holiday |
| 4 March 2026 | Wednesday | Holi | Religious |
| 20 March 2026 | Friday | Eid al-Fitr — Approx — subject to moon sighting | Religious |
| 3 April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday | Religious |
| 14 April 2026 | Tuesday | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti | National Holiday |
| 1 May 2026 | Friday | Buddha Purnima | Religious |
| 15 August 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day | National Holiday |
| 25 August 2026 | Tuesday | Janmashtami — Approx | Religious |
| 2 October 2026 | Friday | Gandhi Jayanti | National Holiday |
| 20 October 2026 | Tuesday | Dussehra (Vijayadashami) — Approx | Religious |
| 7 November 2026 | Saturday | Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) — Approx | Religious |
| 24 November 2026 | Tuesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti | Religious |
| 25 December 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day | Religious |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many national holidays does India have in 2026?
India observes 13 national gazetted holidays in 2026. The three compulsory national holidays are Republic Day (26 January), Independence Day (15 August), and Gandhi Jayanti (2 October). Additional religious holidays vary by state.
What are the three national holidays in India?
India has three compulsory national holidays: Republic Day (26 January), Independence Day (15 August), and Gandhi Jayanti (2 October). These are observed across all states and union territories.
Are Diwali and Holi national holidays in India?
Diwali and Holi are gazetted holidays celebrated across most of India, though dates vary by year based on the Hindu lunar calendar. Many states and central government offices observe them, but they may not be mandatory in all regions.
Why are some India holiday dates approximate?
Islamic holidays like Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha depend on the sighting of the moon, so official dates are confirmed a day or two before. Hindu holidays like Diwali and Holi use the lunar calendar and can shift by a day based on local calculations.
