The holidays observed in Bihar are closely connected to the religious, historical, and everyday life of the state. These days are not just festivals but a collection of activities and rituals performed by generations of families and communities as an important part of their heritage and legacy.
- Celebrations by the majority Hindu community add to the state’s vibrant festive calendar, with Holi, Ram Navami, Dussehra, and Diwali being special occasions.
- National festivals, including Republic Day, Independence Day, and Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti, are celebrated with vigor in the state of Bihar.
- Eid-ul-Fitr, Bakrid, Good Friday, and Christmas are also recognized, reflecting the religious diversity of the state.
- Some holidays, like Chhath Puja, are associated with local practices and seasonal celebrations, which makes them especially significant at the local level.
List of National, Public, and Regional Holidays in Bihar for 2027
| S.No. | Date | Day | Holiday | Holiday Type |
|---|
| 1 | Jan 14 | Thursday | Makar Sankranti | Regional |
| 2 | Jan 26 | Tuesday | Republic Day | National |
| 3 | Mar 10 | Wednesday | Eid-ul-Fitr | Religious |
| 4 | Mar 22 | Monday | Holi | Religious |
| 5 | Mar 26 | Friday | Good Friday | Religious |
| 6 | Apr 14 | Wednesday | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti | Public |
| 7 | Apr 15 | Thursday | Ram Navami | Religious |
| 8 | May 01 | Saturday | May Day | Public |
| 9 | May 17 | Monday | Bakrid (Eid-ul-Zuha) | Religious |
| 10 | Aug 15 | Sunday | Independence Day | National |
| 11 | Aug 15 | Sunday | Eid-e-Milad | Religious |
| 12 | Sep 04 | Saturday | Vinayaka Chaturthi | Religious |
| 13 | Oct 02 | Saturday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | National |
| 14 | Oct 09 | Saturday | Dussehra (Vijayadashami) | Religious |
| 15 | Nov 04 | Thursday | Chhath Puja (Day 2) | Regional |
| 16 | Dec 25 | Saturday | Christmas Day | Religious |
Dates for Islamic festivals depend on moon sighting and may shift slightly.
Major Religious Holidays 2026
| S.No. | Date | Day | Holiday | Holiday Type |
|---|
| 1 | Jan 14 | Wednesday | Makar Sankranti | Regional |
| 2 | Jan 26 | Monday | Republic Day | National |
| 3 | Mar 04 | Wednesday | Holi | Religious |
| 4 | Mar 21 | Saturday | Eid-ul-Fitr | Religious |
| 5 | Mar 26 | Thursday | Ram Navami | Religious |
| 6 | Apr 03 | Friday | Good Friday | Religious |
| 7 | Apr 14 | Tuesday | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti | Public |
| 8 | May 01 | Friday | May Day | Public |
| 9 | May 27 | Wednesday | Bakrid (Eid-ul-Zuha) | Religious |
| 10 | Aug 15 | Saturday | Independence Day | National |
| 11 | Aug 26 | Wednesday | Eid-e-Milad | Religious |
| 12 | Sep 14 | Monday | Vinayaka Chaturthi | Religious |
| 13 | Oct 02 | Friday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | National |
| 14 | Oct 20 | Tuesday | Dussehra (Vijayadashami) | Religious |
| 15 | Nov 15 | Sunday | Chhath Puja (Day 2) | Regional |
| 16 | Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Religious |
Also Read: Holiday List in Andhra Pradesh 2027
FAQs
1. Are there bank holidays in Bihar in 2027?
Almost all national and public holidays in Bihar are also observed as bank holidays. The final list is at the discretion of the RBI and also depends on state-specific declarations.
2. What are the Optional Holidays for Government Employees in Bihar in 2027?
Optional holidays comprise various religious and regional days. The Bihar state government announces the optional holiday list at the beginning of each year.
3. What is a Bihar Government Holiday?
Bihar government holidays are the days when the offices of the state government are closed, except for essential services. This includes public holidays and other important state holidays such as Chhath Puja and Holi.
4. How Many Holidays Will Bihar Government Employees Get in 2027?
The Bihar government notifies the final count with its official holiday list for 2027. For reference, the 2026 list included 44 holidays across general, public, and optional (restricted) categories.
5. What are the Upcoming Bihar Government Holidays in January 2027?
In January 2027, Bihar is expected to observe Makar Sankranti on January 14 and Republic Day on January 26.
6. Which Festivals are Public Holidays in Bihar in 2027?
Major public holidays in Bihar include Holi, Ram Navami, Bakrid, Dussehra, Chhath Puja, and Christmas.
7. Which holidays are observed due to their religious importance in Bihar in 2027?
Religious holidays observed in Bihar include Holi, Ram Navami, and Good Friday.
8. Which holidays are observed due to their local cultural significance?
Apart from national festivals, cultural holidays include (some of them fall on a Sunday):
- Bihar Divas (Mar 22)
- Veer Kunwar Singh Jayanti (Apr 23)
- Janaki Navami (May 14)
- Kabir Jayanti (Jun 18)
- Chehallum (Jul 25)
- Chhath Puja (Nov 4-5)
