Delhi Government Holidays List 2026

By REPAKA PAVAN ADITYA

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The Delhi government's 2026 holiday list combines national events with a variety of religious and cultural festivals, such as Holi and Diwali. It acts as a simple guide for planning trips, ceremonies, or official tasks at India's capital.

Upcoming Holidays: 

  • Independence Day on 15 August, 2026.
  • Milad-un-Nabi will be celebrated on August 25, 2026.
  • Janmashtami will be observed on September 4, 2026.

List of 2026 Government Holidays in Delhi

This comprehensive 2026 holiday roster from the Delhi government outlines key closures for state offices, schools, and banks.

Date

Weekday

Occasion

January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's Day
January 26, 2026MondayRepublic Day
February 15, 2026SundayMaha Shivratri 
March 3, 2026TuesdayHoli
March 21, 2026SaturdayId-ul-Fitr 
March 31, 2026TuesdayMahavir Jayanti
April 1, 2026WednesdayAnnual Closing of Accounts (Banks)
April 3, 2026FridayGood Friday
May 1, 2026FridayBuddha Purnima
May 27, 2026WednesdayBakrid / Id-ul-Zuha 
June 26, 2026FridayMuharram 
August 15, 2026SaturdayIndependence Day
August 25, 2026TuesdayMilad-un-Nabi 
September 4, 2026FridayJanmashtami
October 2, 2026FridayMahatma Gandhi Jayanti
October 20, 2026TuesdayDussehra
October 26, 2026MondayMaharishi Valmiki Jayanti
November 8, 2026SundayDiwali / Deepavali
November 24, 2026TuesdayGuru Nanak Jayanti
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas Day

The Delhi government's 2026 holiday calendar reflects the capital's vibrant mix of cultures and its unifying spirit. It beautifully blends major events such as Republic Day and Diwali with festivals from different religions and communities. 

This well-planned list helps residents, workers, and offices easily balance daily duties with essential traditions, creating a year full of meaningful breaks and steady progress.

Related Articles:
1. Delhi Government Holidays List 2025
2. Andhra Pradesh (AP) Government Holidays List 2026
3. Odisha Government Holidays 2026
4. Assam Government Holidays List 2026
5. West Bengal Government Holidays List 2026
6. Bihar Government Holidays List 2026
7. Gujarat Government Holidays List 2026
8. UP Government Holidays List 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Do all public institutions in Delhi observe these holidays uniformly?
Are there any tentative holidays in the Delhi 2026 calendar?
Is Holi a public holiday in Delhi for 2026?
When does Diwali occur in Delhi in 2026?
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