November 5 school and bank Holidays: Check list of states where schools and banks will remain closed on Guru Nanak Jayanti

Schools across many parts of India will remain closed on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, to mark Guru Nanak Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism. The day is observed as a public holiday in several states, particularly those with a significant Sikh population.

Holiday Observance Across States
According to official notifications, educational institutions in Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Chandigarh will remain shut on November 5. Many central and state government offices, as well as some banks, will also observe a holiday on this occasion. In other states, the holiday status may vary depending on local government or school board decisions.

Significance of Guru Nanak Jayanti
Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Gurpurab, is one of the most sacred festivals in Sikhism. The day is celebrated with great devotion through prayers, kirtans, langars (community meals), and processions. It marks the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, who emphasized equality, compassion, and selfless service.

What Students Should Know
Students should check the holiday calendar issued by their school or education board, as some private institutions may choose to remain open or schedule special assemblies to mark the occasion. For those in northern India, the day offers an opportunity to participate in community events and learn more about Guru Nanak’s teachings.

Bank Holiday on November 5
Banks across several parts of India will remain closed on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, in observance of Guru Nanak Jayanti and Kartik Purnima.

As per the Reserve Bank of India’s holiday calendar, the closure will be observed in multiple states, including Mizoram, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, Telangana, Arunachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jammu and Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, Nagaland, West Bengal, New Delhi, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Himachal Pradesh. Customers are advised to plan their banking activities accordingly, as services at physical branches will be unavailable in these regions, though online banking operations will continue as usual.

November also features other holidays and observances across India, such as Chhath Puja and Children’s Day, depending on regional customs. Parents and students are advised to keep an eye on official announcements for any changes in school schedules.