Find the complete and updated list of Assam Government Holidays 2026 — covering all public holidays, bank holidays, and gazetted holidays officially declared by the Assam State Government. This 2026 holiday calendar includes national observances such as Republic Day, Independence Day, and Gandhi Jayanti, along with Assam's iconic festivals — Magh Bihu, Bohag Bihu (Rongali Bihu), and Kati Bihu — as well as Durga Puja, Eid, Good Friday, and Christmas. Use this list to plan your leaves, travel, and celebrations throughout the year. Last updated: 21 May 2026.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2026 | Thu | New Year's Day |
| 15 Jan 2026 | Thu | Magh Bihu |
| 26 Jan 2026 | Mon | Republic Day |
| 3 Mar 2026 | Tue | Holi |
| 21 Mar 2026 | Sat | Idul Fitr |
| 3 Apr 2026 | Fri | Good Friday |
| 14 Apr 2026 | Tue | Bohag Bihu |
| 15 Apr 2026 | Wed | Bohag Bihu Holiday |
| 1 May 2026 | Fri | May Day |
| 27 May 2026 | Wed | Bakrid / Eid al Adha |
| 15 Aug 2026 | Sat | Independence Day |
| 2 Oct 2026 | Fri | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 17 Oct 2026 | Sat | Maha Saptami |
| 18 Oct 2026 | Sun | Maha Ashtami |
| 18 Oct 2026 | Sun | Kati Bihu |
| 19 Oct 2026 | Mon | Maha Navami |
| 20 Oct 2026 | Tue | Vijaya Dashami |
| 8 Nov 2026 | Sun | Diwali |
| 25 Dec 2026 | Fri | Christmas Day |
The Assam 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 in Assam. As the largest state in Northeast India by population, Assam has a rich cultural identity shaped by its indigenous communities, and its holiday calendar reflects this diversity alongside national celebrations.
Assam is famous for its three Bihu festivals — Magh Bihu (January, the harvest festival of feasting and bonfires), Bohag Bihu or Rongali Bihu (April, the Assamese New Year and spring festival), and Kati Bihu (October, the sombre festival of lamps). Bohag Bihu is the most celebrated and is observed as a two-day public holiday. The state also observes Durga Puja across multiple days (Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami, Maha Navami, and Vijaya Dashami), reflecting Assam's strong Bengali and pan-Hindu cultural connections. Bank holidays follow both RBI guidelines and state-specific government notifications.
Assam typically observes around 18 to 22 public holidays per year. These include three national holidays (Republic Day, Independence Day, Gandhi Jayanti), Bihu festivals (Magh Bihu, Bohag Bihu, Kati Bihu), Durga Puja holidays, and other religious observances (Eid, Good Friday, Diwali, Christmas, etc.).
The three Bihu festivals are Magh Bihu (January), Bohag Bihu / Rongali Bihu (April), and Kati Bihu (October). Bohag Bihu is observed as a two-day gazetted public holiday. Magh Bihu and Kati Bihu are also gazetted holidays. All three are deeply rooted in the agricultural and cultural traditions of Assam.
Yes, Durga Puja is celebrated across multiple gazetted public holidays in Assam. The state observes Maha Saptami, Maha Ashtami, Maha Navami, and Vijaya Dashami as official holidays, reflecting the festival's central importance in Assamese culture and community life.
Yes, May Day (1 May) is a gazetted public holiday in Assam. It is observed as International Labour Day and is a mandatory holiday for government offices and most public sector establishments in the state.
Most Assam government holidays are also observed as bank holidays. However, banks may have a few additional holidays as per Reserve Bank of India (RBI) directives and state-level notifications. Always verify with your specific bank branch before visiting on a holiday.
Private companies are legally required to observe the three national holidays — Republic Day (26 January), Independence Day (15 August), and Gandhi Jayanti (2 October). For other state public holidays, private employers may follow the government list at their discretion, subject to the Assam Shops and Establishments Act and applicable labour laws.
Bohag Bihu (also called Rongali Bihu) is the Assamese New Year festival celebrated in April, marking the beginning of spring and the agricultural sowing season. It is the most joyous of the three Bihus, celebrated with traditional Bihu dance (Husori), music, feasting, and community gatherings. It is observed as a two-day gazetted public holiday in Assam.
The official list of Assam government holidays is published by the General Administration Department (GAD) of the Assam state government. It is available on the official Assam government portal and is typically released at the beginning of each calendar year.
