The India public holidays 2038 calendar includes all officially recognized national holidays, government holidays, and major public observances celebrated across the country. These holidays reflect the cultural traditions, national events, and religious celebrations observed in India.
This guide provides the complete list of public holidays in India for 2038, including the official holiday dates, weekdays, and holiday names. The holiday calendar helps residents, travelers, and businesses plan their schedules around important national holidays in India.
| Date | Name | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Friday | New Year’s Day | Restricted Holiday |
| 14 Jan | Thursday | Pongal | Restricted Holiday |
| 14 Jan | Thursday | Makar Sankranti | Restricted Holiday |
| 17 Jan | Sunday | Bakrid (Tentative Date) | Gazetted Holiday |
| 26 Jan | Tuesday | Republic Day | Gazetted Holiday |
| 4 Feb | Thursday | Lunar New Year | Observance |
| 9 Feb | Tuesday | Vasant Panchami | Restricted Holiday |
| 14 Feb | Sunday | Valentine’s Day | Observance |
| 15 Feb | Monday | Muharram/Ashura (Tentative Date) | Gazetted Holiday |
| 19 Feb | Friday | Shivaji Jayanti | Restricted Holiday |
| 4 Mar | Thursday | Maha Shivaratri | Gazetted Holiday |
| 20 Mar | Saturday | March Equinox | Season |
| 21 Mar | Sunday | Holi | Gazetted Holiday |
| 5 Apr | Monday | Ugadi | Restricted Holiday |
| 5 Apr | Monday | Gudi Padwa | Restricted Holiday |
| 13 Apr | Tuesday | Rama Navami | Gazetted Holiday |
| 14 Apr | Wednesday | Ambedkar Jayanti | Observance |
| 20 Apr | Tuesday | First day of Passover | Observance |
| 22 Apr | Thursday | Maundy Thursday | Observance, Christian |
| 23 Apr | Friday | Good Friday | Gazetted Holiday |
| 25 Apr | Sunday | Easter Day | Restricted Holiday |
| 1 May | Saturday | International Worker’s Day | Observance |
| 9 May | Sunday | Mother’s Day | Observance |
| 20 Jun | Sunday | Father’s Day | Observance |
| 21 Jun | Monday | June Solstice | Season |
| 4 Jul | Sunday | Rath Yatra | Restricted Holiday |
| 1 Aug | Sunday | Friendship Day | Observance |
| 14 Aug | Saturday | Raksha Bandhan | Restricted Holiday |
| 15 Aug | Sunday | Independence Day | Gazetted Holiday |
| 15 Aug | Sunday | Hazarat Ali’s Birthday | Restricted Holiday |
| 23 Aug | Monday | Janmashtami | Gazetted Holiday |
| 23 Aug | Monday | Janmashtami (Smarta) | Restricted Holiday |
| 2 Sep | Thursday | Ganesh Chaturthi | Restricted Holiday |
| 10 Sep | Friday | Onam | Restricted Holiday |
| 23 Sep | Thursday | September Equinox | Season |
| 29 Sep | Wednesday | First Day of Sharad Navratri | Observance, Hinduism |
| 1 Oct | Friday | Ramadan Start (Tentative Date) | Observance |
| 2 Oct | Saturday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | Gazetted Holiday |
| 3 Oct | Sunday | First Day of Durga Puja Festivities | Observance, Hinduism |
| 7 Oct | Thursday | Dussehra | Gazetted Holiday |
| 16 Oct | Saturday | Karaka Chaturthi | Restricted Holiday |
| 27 Oct | Wednesday | Diwali/Deepavali | Gazetted Holiday |
| 29 Oct | Friday | Bhai Duj | Restricted Holiday |
| 30 Oct | Saturday | Ramzan Id (Tentative Date) | Gazetted Holiday |
| 31 Oct | Sunday | Halloween | Observance |
| 2 Nov | Tuesday | Chhat Puja (Pratihar Sashthi/Surya Sashthi) | Restricted Holiday |
| 24 Nov | Wednesday | Guru Tegh Bahadur’s Martyrdom Day | Restricted Holiday |
| 22 Dec | Wednesday | First Day of Hanukkah | Observance |
| 22 Dec | Wednesday | December Solstice | Season |
| 24 Dec | Friday | Christmas Eve | Restricted Holiday |
| 25 Dec | Saturday | Christmas | Gazetted Holiday |
| 29 Dec | Wednesday | Last day of Hanukkah | Observance |
| 31 Dec | Friday | New Year’s Eve | Observance |
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About India Public Holidays
The India holiday calendar includes various national celebrations, religious festivals, and official government holidays observed throughout the year. On many public holidays in India, banks, schools, and government offices remain closed.
Understanding the India public holiday schedule is helpful for travel planning, business operations, and cultural awareness. These holidays highlight important historical events and cultural traditions celebrated by people across India.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays are there in India in 2038?
The number of public holidays in India can vary every year depending on national events and religious observances.
Are businesses closed on public holidays in India?
Yes, many government offices, banks, and some businesses remain closed during official public holidays.
Where can I find the official India holiday calendar?
The full list of India public holidays for 2038 is available on this page including dates and holiday names.