Public Holidays in Assam 2026
Clear public holiday information for Assam including Bihu dates, government closures and practical planning details.
Regular Working Day
There is no scheduled public holiday in Assam today, 07 Nov 2026, according to the available holiday calendar. Government offices and applicable public institutions in Assam are expected to follow their regular working schedule.
Public Holiday Tomorrow: Deepavali/Diwali/Kali Puja
Tomorrow, 08 Nov 2026, is a public holiday in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Goa, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Odisha, Puducherry, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal for Deepavali/Diwali/Kali Puja. Government offices and applicable public institutions in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Goa, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Odisha, Puducherry, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal may remain closed tomorrow. Check with individual schools, private organizations or other institutions for their holiday arrangements.
| Date | Holiday Name | State / Region | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
|
14
Jan
|
Makar Sankranti/Magh Bihu/Pongal
|
5 States Arunachal Pradesh, Assam + 3 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
26
Jan
|
Republic Day
|
All States | National Holiday |
|
03
Mar
|
Holi/Dol Jatra/Holika Dahan
|
12 States Andhra Pradesh, Assam + 10 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
21
Mar
|
Id-ul-Fitr (Ramzan ID)*/Nauroz
|
31 States Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh + 29 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
14
Apr
|
Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti/Bohag Bihu/Vishu/Baisakhi/Tamil New Year
|
23 States Andhra Pradesh, Assam + 21 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
15
Apr
|
Vishu 2nd Day/Poila Boishakh/Himachal Day
|
6 States Arunachal Pradesh, Assam + 4 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
16
Apr
|
Bohag Bihu
|
Assam |
State Public |
|
01
May
|
May Day/Labour Day/Buddha Purnima
|
29 States Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh + 27 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
27
May
|
Bakri Eid (Eid-Ul-Adha/Eid-Ul-Azha)
|
25 States Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh + 23 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
15
Jul
|
Public Holiday
|
19 States Arunachal Pradesh, Assam + 17 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
12
Aug
|
Public Holiday
|
Assam |
Gazetted / Public |
|
21
Aug
|
Public Holiday
|
AssamKerala |
Gazetted / Public |
|
02
Sep
|
Public Holiday
|
16 States Assam, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu + 14 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
18
Sep
|
Public Holiday
|
5 States Assam, Karnataka + 3 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
19
Sep
|
Public Holiday
|
7 States Assam, Manipur + 5 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
20
Sep
|
Public Holiday
|
12 States Assam, Karnataka + 10 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
21
Sep
|
Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi/Janmostav of Srimanta Sankardeva
|
6 States Assam, Karnataka + 4 more |
State Public |
|
02
Oct
|
Gandhi Jayanthi
|
All States | National Holiday |
|
18
Oct
|
Durga Puja/Mahasthami/Kati Bihu
|
6 States Assam, Bihar + 4 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
19
Oct
|
Maha Navami/Durga Puja/Ayutha Pooja
|
13 States Arunachal Pradesh, Assam + 11 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
20
Oct
|
Vijaya Dashami/Dussehra
|
32 States Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh + 30 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
21
Oct
|
Vijayadasami/Durga Puja
|
6 States Assam, Karnataka + 4 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
08
Nov
|
Deepavali/Diwali/Kali Puja
|
28 States Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh + 26 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
25
Dec
|
Christmas Day
|
All States | National Holiday |
Overview & Key Insights
Public Holidays in Assam
Assam’s public holiday calendar is shaped as much by its rivers and tea gardens as by its administrative needs. The Brahmaputra valley, the hill districts and the towns along the border all share the same official list, yet the way people experience those holidays can differ from place to place. In Guwahati the closures affect offices and markets. In the tea garden areas the same dates may coincide with local labour arrangements. In the river islands and smaller towns the impact is felt through changes in ferry services and school routines.
The calendar includes the usual national holidays along with the three Bihu festivals that mark the agricultural year. These Bihu days are not simply days off. They are the main cultural anchors of the Assamese calendar and are observed with deep feeling across communities.
Public Holiday Today in Assam
Many households begin the morning by confirming whether the day is a holiday. When it is, government offices across the state remain closed. Banks follow the same schedule in most cases. Schools stay shut, so parents adjust their plans for the day. Local markets and transport services often run more slowly. For anyone who needs to visit a government office or complete a bank task, the early confirmation prevents unnecessary travel.
Public Holiday Tomorrow in Assam
Checking the next day has practical value. If tomorrow is a holiday, people use the current day to finish pending work, buy supplies or settle school matters. Families sometimes decide to travel to their native places or to join relatives for a short celebration. Because distances within Assam can be long and road conditions variable, this advance notice helps people prepare properly.
Government Holidays in Assam
Government holidays apply to all state offices, district administrations and most public institutions. National days are observed uniformly. On these dates the offices remain closed, though hospitals, police and emergency services continue without break. Citizens who need official documents or services are advised to complete their work before the holiday begins. Employees use the annual list to plan their own leave and personal commitments.
Festival Holidays in Assam
The three Bihu festivals give the Assam calendar its distinctive character. Bohag Bihu, also called Rongali Bihu, marks the Assamese New Year and the start of the harvesting season. It is celebrated with community gatherings, traditional music and feasting. Magh Bihu comes after the harvest and is a time of community feasts. Kati Bihu is quieter and linked to the lighting of lamps in the fields and homes.
Apart from Bihu, Durga Puja is observed with energy in many towns, and other festivals such as Eid and local community events also appear on the calendar. These days allow people to step away from routine work and take part in the cultural life of the state.
Upcoming Public Holidays
A clear view of the months ahead helps students, working people and families plan better. Long weekends are often built around Bihu or other holidays. Those who need to travel within the state or to neighbouring regions can choose dates that avoid closed offices and thinner transport services. Small businesses watch the list because customer activity usually changes on these days.
Why Public Holidays Matter
In Assam a public holiday changes the daily rhythm in noticeable ways. Offices and schools close. Banking services pause, so people plan their cash needs earlier. Local transport may run less frequently. At the same time, these days open space for family visits, cultural participation and rest. The Bihu holidays in particular bring communities together and keep traditional practices alive. For a state with both urban centres and widely spread rural areas, the shared holiday calendar is a useful common reference.
How to Use This Holiday Calendar
Refer to the current day when you need a quick answer. Look at the coming weeks when you are planning leave, school activities or family travel. Parents, government employees, teachers and small business owners all find it helpful to keep the same reliable list instead of depending on scattered notices.
Public Holiday Calendar for Assam
This calendar collects the official public holidays observed in Assam. It is intended as a practical reference for anyone who needs to know when government offices, schools and banks are closed and when the state observes its important Bihu and other festivals. Keep it available through the year for clear and steady planning.