Government Holidays 2025

The Central Government holidays for 2025 include national holidays like Republic Day, Independence Day, and Gandhi Jayanti, along with a list of additional public holidays recognized for government employees across various states.

The number of holidays for Central Government employees in 2025 may vary depending on specific regions and additional holidays declared by the government. However, there are typically around 15-20 official holidays each year.

While private sector employees are not bound by Central Government holiday rules, many private companies align their leave policies with the national holidays, but it varies by organization.

While the national holidays are observed across all states, additional holidays may vary depending on state-specific celebrations, festivals, and regional customs. It’s essential to check local government notifications for state-specific holidays.

Gazetted Holidays – October 2025

• Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti & Dusshera – Thursday, October 2
• Diwali – Monday, October 20

Restricted Holidays – October 2025

• Mahanavami – Wednesday, October 1
• Maharishi Valmiki’s Birthday – Tuesday, October 7
• Karva Chauth – Friday, October 10
• Naraka Chaturdasi – Monday, October 20
• Govardhan Puja – Wednesday, October 22
• Bhai Duj – Thursday, October 23
• Chhath Puja (Surya Shashthi) – Tuesday, October 28 

There are 2 long weekends left in 2025. Since October 1 (Mahanavami) and October 2 (Gandhi Jayanti & Dussehra) fall on Wednesday and Thursday, taking leave on October 3 (Friday) gives a 5-day long weekend. 

Christmas 2025 falls on thursday. A leave on December 26(friday) gives you 4-day long weekend. 

Monday, October 20 2025, is a public holiday to celebrate Diwali/Deepavali. It is a national holiday observed all over the country. Banks and government offices will remain closed on this day.