The Government of Uttar Pradesh has officially released the list of public holidays for the year 2026. This list is essential for government employees, bankers, students, and businesses across the state.
2026 Gazetted Holidays in UP
The state government has notified 18 main public holidays under the Negotiable Instruments Act.
| Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Republic Day | Jan 26 | Monday |
| Maha Shivratri | Feb 15 | Sunday |
| Holi | Mar 04 | Wednesday |
| Eid-ul-Fitr | Mar 21* | Saturday |
| Ram Navami | Mar 26 | Thursday |
| Ambedkar Jayanti | Apr 14 | Tuesday |
| Independence Day | Aug 15 | Saturday |
| Gandhi Jayanti | Oct 02 | Friday |
| Vijaya Dashami | Oct 20 | Tuesday |
| Diwali | Nov 08 | Sunday |
| Christmas | Dec 25 | Friday |
Long Weekend Opportunities 2026
- Holiyay: Take off on Friday, Mar 6 to enjoy a 5-day break from Mar 4 to Mar 8.
- Independence Day Break: Aug 15 is a Saturday, making it a standard weekend getaway opportunity.
- Deepawali: Since Diwali is on Sunday (Nov 8), many offices may declare additional compensatory holidays.
How to Download the PDF?
The official notification (Vide No. 671/3-2025-39(2)-2016) can be downloaded from the Official UP Govt Portal.
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