Assam Government Holidays List 2026

By REPAKA PAVAN ADITYA

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Updated on: Dec 12th, 2025

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4 min read

The Assam government holidays 2026 list blends national observances with cherished regional festivals such as Bohag Bihu and Ali-Aye-Ligang, plus bank holidays, to support efficient planning for celebrations, family visits, or administrative calendars in the state.

List of 2026 Government Holidays in Assam

This official 2026 holiday declaration from the Assam government specifies closures for state offices, schools, and banks (lunar-based dates are tentative and may be adjusted as per moon sightings).

Date

Weekday

Occasion

January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's Day
January 14, 2026WednesdayMagh Bihu
January 26, 2026MondayRepublic Day
February 15, 2026SundayMaha Shivratri (Tentative)
March 3, 2026TuesdayDoljatra
March 21, 2026SaturdayId-ul-Fitr (Tentative)
March 31, 2026TuesdayMahavir Jayanti
April 1, 2026WednesdayAnnual Closing of Accounts (Banks)
April 3, 2026FridayGood Friday
April 14, 2026TuesdayDr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
April 17, 2026FridayBohag Bihu / Rongali Bihu
April 18, 2026SaturdayDay after Bohag Bihu
April 19, 2026SundayDay after Bohag Bihu
May 1, 2026FridayMay Day / Labour Day
May 27, 2026WednesdayBakrid / Id-ul-Zuha (Tentative)
June 26, 2026FridayMuharram (Tentative)
August 15, 2026SaturdayIndependence Day
August 26, 2026WednesdayId-e-Milad (Tentative)
September 4, 2026FridayJanmashtami
October 2, 2026FridayMahatma Gandhi Jayanti
October 20, 2026TuesdayDussehra
November 8, 2026SundayDiwali
November 24, 2026TuesdayGuru Nanak Jayanti
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas Day

The Assam government's holiday calendar for 2026 reflects the state's lively rhythm and diverse ethnic groups. It highlights joyful Bihu festivals and the warm glow of Magh Bihu, along with steady national holidays.

This inspiring mix motivates workers, students, and families to blend daily work with traditional dances and cosy home gatherings, building strength and fun throughout the year.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do all public institutions in Assam observe these holidays uniformly?

Yes, state government offices, schools, and colleges adhere strictly to this list. Banks and cooperatives follow suit, with the April 1 annual closing dedicated to financial year-end activities.

Are there any tentative holidays in the Assam 2026 calendar?

Yes, Islamic festivals including Id-ul-Fitr (March 21), Bakrid (May 27), Muharram (June 26), and Id-e-Milad (August 26) are provisional and could shift slightly depending on lunar sightings.

Is Bohag Bihu a public holiday in Assam for 2026?

Yes, Bohag Bihu spans three days from Friday, April 17 to Sunday, April 19, 2026, erupting in bihu dances, egg fights, and cattle races across verdant fields.
 

When does Diwali occur in Assam in 2026?

Diwali is scheduled for Sunday, November 8, 2026, draping the state in earthen lamps, jolpan feasts, and invocations for harvest's enduring bounty.
 

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