Indian Festival & Holiday Calendar 2028
Complete list of major Indian festivals, vrat dates, national holidays, gazetted holidays and important observances in India for 2028.
January 2028
| Date | Day | Holiday / Festival | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2028 | Saturday | New Year's Day Widely celebrated. Not a national holiday. | Popular Holiday |
| 26 Jan 2028 | Wednesday | Republic Day | National Holiday |
August 2028
| Date | Day | Holiday / Festival | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug 2028 | Tuesday | Independence Day | National Holiday |
October 2028
| Date | Day | Holiday / Festival | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Oct 2028 | Monday | Gandhi Jayanti | National Holiday |
December 2028
| Date | Day | Holiday / Festival | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Dec 2028 | Monday | Christmas Day | Gazetted Holiday |
Date being updated
| Date | Day | Holiday / Festival | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date is being updated. | β | Makar Sankranti | Festival |
| Date is being updated. | β | Maha Shivratri | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Holi | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Good Friday | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Ram Navami | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Mahavir Jayanti | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Hanuman Jayanti | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Baisakhi | Festival |
| Date is being updated. | β | Id-ul-Fitr (Eid) | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Akshaya Tritiya | Festival |
| Date is being updated. | β | Buddha Purnima | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Id-ul-Zuha / Bakrid | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Muharram | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Raksha Bandhan | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Janmashtami | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Ganesh Chaturthi | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Milad-un-Nabi / Id-e-Milad | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Navratri (Shardiya) | Festival |
| Date is being updated. | β | Dussehra / Vijayadashami | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Karwa Chauth | Festival |
| Date is being updated. | β | Diwali (Deepavali) | Gazetted Holiday |
| Date is being updated. | β | Govardhan Puja | Festival |
| Date is being updated. | β | Bhai Dooj | Festival |
| Date is being updated. | β | Chhath Puja | Festival |
| Date is being updated. | β | Guru Nanak Jayanti | Gazetted Holiday |
Note: Holiday dates may vary by state, region, moon sighting and official notification. Please verify with official sources for government, school, bank or office use.
National Holidays in India
India has three major national holidays: Republic Day (26 January), Independence Day (15 August) and Gandhi Jayanti (2 October). These are mandatory holidays across all government offices, banks and schools in India.
Gazetted Holidays
Gazetted holidays are official holidays notified by the government in the official gazette. They include major religious festivals like Holi, Diwali, Eid, Christmas and others. The exact list may vary by official notification and state.
State-wise Holiday Note
Some holidays may vary by state and region. States like Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, West Bengal, Punjab and Gujarat may have their own regional holiday lists in addition to central government holidays.
Vrat & Tithi Dates
Tithi-based observances like Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Pradosh Vrat, Sankashti Chaturthi and Masik Shivratri occur monthly as per the Hindu Panchang. For precise tithi timings check today's Panchang.
View Today's Panchang βFrequently Asked Questions
What are the national holidays in India?
India has three national holidays: Republic Day (26 January), Independence Day (15 August) and Gandhi Jayanti (2 October). These are mandatory holidays for all central government offices, banks and schools across India.
What is the difference between a national holiday and a gazetted holiday?
National holidays are mandated by the central government and observed across all of India on fixed dates. Gazetted holidays are officially notified by the government and include major religious festivals. Gazetted holidays may vary by state and are not all mandatory for every organization.
Is Christmas a gazetted holiday in India?
Yes, Christmas Day (25 December) is a gazetted holiday in India. It is observed nationally as an official holiday for government offices and banks.
Is New Year's Day a national holiday in India?
No, New Year's Day (1 January) is not a national holiday in India. It is a popular observance and may be a restricted or gazetted holiday in some states, but it is not among India's three national holidays.
Are state holidays different from central government holidays?
Yes. Each state in India may declare additional regional holidays beyond the central list. For example, Pongal is a major holiday in Tamil Nadu and Onam in Kerala. Always check your state's official holiday list for local additions.
Does TyoharMitra show vrat and tithi dates?
Yes. TyoharMitra provides Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya and other tithi-based dates where available. For precise daily Panchang and tithi timings, visit the Aaj Ka Panchang page.