Find the complete and updated list of Andhra Pradesh Government Holidays 2026 — covering all public holidays, bank holidays, and gazetted holidays officially declared by the AP State Government. This 2026 holiday calendar includes national observances such as Republic Day, Independence Day, and Gandhi Jayanti, along with key state festivals like Ugadi, Pongal, Kanuma Panduga, Ram Navami, and religious holidays including Eid, Diwali, Good Friday, and Christmas. Use this list to plan your leaves, travel, and festivities throughout the year. Last updated: 21 May 2026.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 01 January 2026 | Thursday | English New Year |
| 15 January 2026 | Thursday | Pongal |
| 16 January 2026 | Friday | Kanuma Panduga |
| 26 January 2026 | Monday | Republic Day |
| 15 February 2026 | Sunday | Maha Shivaratri |
| 03 March 2026 | Tuesday | Holi |
| 20 March 2026 | Friday | Ugadi |
| 21 March 2026 | Saturday | Idul Fitr |
| 26 March 2026 | Thursday | Ram Navami |
| 03 April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 05 April 2026 | Sunday | Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti |
| 14 April 2026 | Tuesday | Dr Ambedkar Jayanti |
| 27 May 2026 | Wednesday | Bakrid / Eid al Adha |
| 26 June 2026 | Friday | Muharram |
| 15 August 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| 26 August 2026 | Wednesday | Eid e Milad |
| 04 September 2026 | Friday | Janmashtami |
| 14 September 2026 | Monday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 02 October 2026 | Friday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 20 October 2026 | Tuesday | Vijaya Dashami |
| 08 November 2026 | Sunday | Diwali |
| 25 December 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |
The Andhra Pradesh Government officially declares public holidays every year covering national, regional, and religious observances. These holidays apply to all state government offices, public sector undertakings, schools, and banks operating under the Andhra Pradesh government. Employees and citizens can plan their activities, travel, and festivals using this comprehensive list of public holidays and bank holidays in Andhra Pradesh.
Andhra Pradesh celebrates a rich mix of festivals reflecting its diverse cultural heritage. Major holidays include national celebrations like Republic Day, Independence Day, and Gandhi Jayanti, alongside regional festivals such as Ugadi (Telugu New Year), Pongal, Kanuma Panduga, Ram Navami, and religious observances like Bakrid, Muharram, Christmas, and more. The state also commemorates important social reformers such as Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti and Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti.
Bank holidays in Andhra Pradesh are governed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines along with state-specific notifications. Most public holidays coincide with bank holidays, though some bank-specific holidays may differ. Always verify with your specific bank branch for accurate information on closures.
Andhra Pradesh typically observes around 18 to 22 public holidays per year. These include national holidays (Republic Day, Independence Day, Gandhi Jayanti), regional festivals (Ugadi, Pongal, Kanuma), and religious holidays (Eid, Christmas, Diwali, Good Friday, etc.).
Most Andhra Pradesh government holidays are also observed as bank holidays. However, banks may have a few additional holidays specific to their operations as per RBI directives. It is advisable to check with your bank before visiting on a holiday.
Yes, Ugadi (Telugu New Year) is one of the most important public holidays in Andhra Pradesh. It is celebrated on the first day of the Chaitra month in the Hindu lunisolar calendar and is a gazetted holiday for all government offices and banks in the state.
Yes, Pongal and Kanuma Panduga are both gazetted public holidays in Andhra Pradesh. Pongal is the harvest festival celebrated in mid-January, and Kanuma Panduga (the day after Pongal) is observed with special significance for livestock and farming communities.
Public (gazetted) holidays are mandatory for all government offices and banks. Restricted holidays are optional holidays where employees can choose a limited number (usually two) from the list to avail as leave. Examples include certain regional or community-specific festivals not on the mandatory list.
Andhra Pradesh Foundation Day (Andhra Pradesh State Formation Day) is observed on 1st November, marking the reorganisation of the state in 1956. It is a public holiday in the state commemorated with cultural events and official functions.
Private companies are required to follow the three national holidays — Republic Day (26 January), Independence Day (15 August), and Gandhi Jayanti (2 October). For other public holidays, private companies may follow the government list at their discretion, subject to applicable labour laws and employment agreements.
The official list of Andhra Pradesh government holidays is published by the General Administration Department (GAD) of the Andhra Pradesh state government. It is available on the official AP government website and is typically released at the start of each calendar year.
