India Public Holidays 2027
Complete list of all India public holidays 2027 with dates, day of week, and official names. Download .ics for calendar apps.
India Public Holidays 2027 — Full List
| Date | Day | Holiday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Friday | New Year's Day | Observed in many states |
| Jan 14 | Thursday | Makar Sankranti / Pongal | Harvest festival; regional variations |
| Jan 26 | Tuesday | Republic Day | National holiday — fixed date |
| Mar 3 | Wednesday | Holi | Festival of colours; second day (Dhulandi) |
| Mar 16 | Tuesday | Eid al-Fitr (Eid-ul-Fitr) | End of Ramadan; date subject to moon sighting |
| Mar 26 | Friday | Good Friday | Christian holiday; national gazetted |
| Apr 6 | Tuesday | Ram Navami | Birth of Lord Rama |
| Apr 14 | Wednesday | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti | Birth anniversary of B. R. Ambedkar |
| May 1 | Saturday | Buddha Purnima (Vesak) | Birth of Gautama Buddha; full moon of Vaisakha |
| May 23 | Sunday | Eid al-Adha (Bakrid) | Feast of Sacrifice; date subject to moon sighting |
| Aug 9 | Monday | Muharram (Ashura) | Islamic New Year mourning; approximate date |
| Aug 15 | Sunday | Independence Day | National holiday — fixed date |
| Aug 23 | Monday | Janmashtami | Birth of Lord Krishna |
| Oct 2 | Saturday | Gandhi Jayanti | Birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi — fixed date |
| Oct 20 | Wednesday | Diwali (Deepavali) | Festival of lights; Lakshmi Puja night; approximate |
| Nov 5 | Friday | Guru Nanak Jayanti | Birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji (Gurpurab) |
| Dec 25 | Saturday | Christmas Day | National gazetted holiday |
* Dates for lunar holidays (Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, Muharram, Holi, Buddha Purnima, Janmashtami, Diwali, Guru Nanak Jayanti) are approximate and subject to official announcement. National gazetted holidays may vary by state. Last updated: 2026-06-20.
About India Public Holidays
India observes a diverse set of national gazetted public holidays that reflect its rich tapestry of cultures, religions, and civic traditions. The three immovable national holidays — Republic Day (January 26), Independence Day (August 15), and Gandhi Jayanti (October 2) — are observed uniformly across all states and union territories, with no substitutions. These days mark pivotal moments in India's modern history: the adoption of the Constitution, the end of British colonial rule, and the birth of the father of the nation, respectively. Beyond these, the central government declares a list of national gazetted holidays each year covering major Hindu, Muslim, Christian, Buddhist, and Sikh festivals, ensuring the calendar reflects the country's constitutional commitment to secularism.
Because India's population follows multiple faiths whose festivals are tied to different lunar calendars, several public holiday dates in 2027 are approximate and determined only once the relevant religious authority confirms the moon sighting or the relevant astronomical event. Holidays such as Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, and Muharram follow the Islamic Hijri calendar, while Holi, Janmashtami, Diwali, and Guru Nanak Jayanti follow the Hindu lunisolar or Sikh Nanakshahi calendars. Employers, schools, and government offices are advised to verify final dates through the official Gazette of India notification issued by the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions each year.
Frequently Asked Questions
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India has 17 national gazetted public holidays in 2027, covering fixed secular holidays such as Republic Day (Jan 26), Independence Day (Aug 15), and Gandhi Jayanti (Oct 2), plus major religious holidays for Hindu, Muslim, Christian, Buddhist, and Sikh communities. Individual states may observe additional regional holidays.
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Diwali (Deepavali) in 2027 falls on Wednesday, October 20. It is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India and is a gazetted national holiday. The festival of lights marks the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya and is celebrated across the country with lamps, fireworks, and family gatherings.
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