The Government of Tamil Nadu has officially announced the Public Holidays for 2026 under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, applicable to all State Government offices, Commercial Banks, and Co-operative Banks in Tamil Nadu.
Below is the complete list of holidays as per G.O.(Ms.) No.708, Public (Miscellaneous) Department, dated 11th November 2025, signed by the Chief Secretary to Government, N. Muruganandam.
Tamil Nadu Public Holidays 2026
Download: Tamil Nadu Government Notification
Note: The Annual Closing of Bank Accounts on April 1st, 2026, is applicable only to Commercial and Co-operative Banks in Tamil Nadu.
Additionally, all Saturdays and Sundays throughout 2026 are observed as Government Holidays.
Key Highlights:
- Official holidays cover both State Government Offices and Banking Institutions.
- A total of 24 Public Holidays are announced for the year 2026.
- The notification will be published in the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette for reference.
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Conclusion
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