Tamil Nadu 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 Tamil Nadu government holidays 2026 include national holidays, state-specific festivals, and cultural observances that lead to closures of government offices, schools, colleges, and banks across the state.

List of 2026 Government Holidays in Tamil Nadu

The table below presents the complete list of public holidays notified by the Tamil Nadu government for 2026, applicable to all state offices, schools, and banks (tentative dates subject to moon-sighting).

Date

Weekday

Occasion

January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's Day
January 15, 2026ThursdayPongal
January 16, 2026FridayThiruvalluvar Day
January 17, 2026SaturdayUzhavar Thirunal
January 26, 2026MondayRepublic Day
February 1, 2026SundayThai Poosam
March 19, 2026ThursdayTelugu New Year's Day
March 21, 2026SaturdayRamzan (Id-ul-Fitr) 
March 31, 2026TuesdayMahavir Jayanti
April 1, 2026WednesdayAnnual Closing of Accounts (Banks)
April 3, 2026FridayGood Friday
April 14, 2026TuesdayTamil New Year's Day / Dr B.R. Ambedkar's Birthday
May 1, 2026FridayMay Day
May 28, 2026ThursdayBakrid (Id-ul-Zuha) 
June 26, 2026FridayMuharram 
August 15, 2026SaturdayIndependence Day
August 26, 2026WednesdayMilad-un-Nabi 
September 4, 2026FridayKrishna Jayanti
September 14, 2026MondayVinayakar Chathurthi
October 2, 2026FridayGandhi Jayanti
October 19, 2026MondayAyutha Pooja
October 20, 2026TuesdayVijaya Dasami
November 8, 2026SundayDeepavali
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas Day

The Tamil Nadu government's holiday calendar for 2026 blends national events, religious festivals, and beloved local traditions like Pongal and Tamil New Year. 

This well-planned list provides more opportunities for workers, students, and families to schedule trips and enjoy time together throughout the year.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any tentative holidays in the Tamil Nadu 2026 calendar?

Yes, Islamic festivals such as Ramzan (March 21), Bakrid (May 28), Muharram (June 26), and Milad-un-Nabi (August 26) are provisional. They may adjust by a day or two based on lunar calendar sightings.

Is Pongal a public holiday in Tamil Nadu for 2026?

Yes, Pongal is a cherished state holiday on Thursday, January 15, 2026, celebrating agricultural bounty with traditional rituals and family gatherings.

When does Deepavali occur in Tamil Nadu in 2026?

Deepavali is scheduled for Sunday, November 8, 2026, offering a festive respite with lamps, sweets, and fireworks illuminating homes statewide.

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