Holidays in March 2025

March has a multitude of holidays. These include festival leaves, long weekends and more. Some of the most prominent occasions include Holi and Eid-ul-Fitr. Let’s take a look at the complete list of holidays in March 2025.

Bank holidays include holidays based on national, state-wise and regional observances. They commonly include government-declared holidays, major festivals and the second and fourth Saturdays of each month. However, if a month has a fifth Saturday, banks will remain open on that day. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) publishes an official schedule of these holidays every year.

A Gazetted Holiday is declared by the government and is to be observed by all; government offices, educational institutes and private companies. Establishments working on these days require prior permission. These are the gazetted holidays in March 2025.

Restricted holidays are holidays that employers can offer to their employees, however, it is not mandatory for employees to take them. For March 2025, the restricted holidays are as follows:

In March 2025, you may be able to enjoy several long weekends – perfect for a short getaway or a relaxing staycation. The following are the long weekends in March 2025.

 

7th March to 9th March

13th March to 16th March

29th March to 31st March

March is an important month for festivals, however, it is also a crucial month for you as a taxpayer. It is the last opportunity for you to make investments that qualify for income tax benefits under various sections of the Income Tax Act, 1961. These can range from Section 80C, 80D, 10 (10D), 80CCD, etc

March is an important month for festivals, however, it is also a crucial month for you as a taxpayer. It is the last opportunity for you to make investments that qualify for income tax benefits under various sections of the Income Tax Act, 1961. These can range from Section 80C, 80D, 10 (10D), 80CCD, etc.  

Save Smartly for Travel

Now that you have a list of holidays in March, you can plan travel dates as well as create a budget for expected expenses. You may set up a holiday fund in advance, for instance, by opening an FD to make sure your travel funds remain untouched.

 

When you travel, you can secure your vacation with Pocket Insurance for baggage loss and medical emergencies.

Leave Travel Allowance: How to Save Tax While Travelling

March can be a viable month to plan your travels, considering the number of leaves you can access. If you’re a salaried taxpayer, you may benefit from Leave Travel Allowance or LTA, provided you have opted for the old tax regime. LTA is a component of your salary that is meant to cover your travel expenses during vacation. However, certain terms and conditions apply.

You are entitled to claim LTA exemptions for up to two journeys within a block of four calendar years. The current block period is from 1st January to 31st December 2025.

Benefits from Promotional Offers on Loans and Credit Cards During the Festive Season

Financial institutions may roll out exclusive offers on credit cards, and loans, during festivals like Holi, Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, Eid, etc. They may offer competitive rates on car/bike loans or credit card EMIs. The offers on credit cards can even extend to cashback. With such offers available you can consider financing home renovations and high ticket purchases during the festive season. You may even plan a vacation during such times and enjoy exclusive discounts on travel bookings such as flights and hotels.