October is one of the most awaited months in Haryana, and for good reason. The weather begins to cool after the long monsoon, the festive season reaches full momentum, and the official Haryana government calendar marks this month with multiple important holidays. Whether you are planning your office leave, managing bank visits, or preparing for family celebrations, having a clear and reliable guide to the Haryana Calendar October 2026 will help you stay organised and ahead.
This article covers every occasion in complete detail, with historical background, cultural significance, holiday type, practical planning notes, and dedicated tables throughout — making it the only guide you need for the Haryana Calendar October 2026.
Haryana Calendar October 2026 – Complete Festival and Holiday Table
The table below provides a clear, day-by-day overview of every important date, festival, and holiday in the Haryana Calendar for October 2026.
| Date | Day | Festival / Occasion | Holiday Type | Offices Open or Closed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 October 2026 | Thursday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 02 October 2026 | Friday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | National Holiday / Gazetted / NI Act | Closed |
| 03 October 2026 | Saturday | — | Working Saturday (1st Saturday) | Open |
| 04 October 2026 | Sunday | — | Weekly Off | Closed |
| 05 October 2026 | Monday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 06 October 2026 | Tuesday | Maharaja Ajmidh Jayanti | Special Day | Open |
| 07 October 2026 | Wednesday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 08 October 2026 | Thursday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 09 October 2026 | Friday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 10 October 2026 | Saturday | — | 2nd Saturday Bank Holiday | Banks Closed |
| 11 October 2026 | Sunday | Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti | Festival (Falls on Sunday) | Closed |
| 12 October 2026 | Monday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 13 October 2026 | Tuesday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 14 October 2026 | Wednesday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 15 October 2026 | Thursday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 16 October 2026 | Friday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 17 October 2026 | Saturday | — | Working Saturday (3rd Saturday) | Open |
| 18 October 2026 | Sunday | — | Weekly Off | Closed |
| 19 October 2026 | Monday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 20 October 2026 | Tuesday | Dussehra (Vijayadashami) | Gazetted Holiday / NI Act | Closed |
| 21 October 2026 | Wednesday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 22 October 2026 | Thursday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 23 October 2026 | Friday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 24 October 2026 | Saturday | — | 4th Saturday Bank Holiday | Banks Closed |
| 25 October 2026 | Sunday | — | Weekly Off | Closed |
| 26 October 2026 | Monday | Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti | Gazetted Holiday / NI Act | Closed |
| 27 October 2026 | Tuesday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 28 October 2026 | Wednesday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 29 October 2026 | Thursday | Karva Chauth | Restricted Holiday (RH) | Open (Optional Leave) |
| 30 October 2026 | Friday | — | Working Day | Open |
| 31 October 2026 | Saturday | Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti | Special Day / Rashtriya Ekta Diwas | Open (Saturday) |
October 2026 at a Quick Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Days in October | 31 |
| First Day of Month | Thursday, 1 October 2026 |
| Last Day of Month | Saturday, 31 October 2026 |
| Total Sundays | 4 (4, 11, 18, 25 October) |
| Total Saturdays | 5 (3, 10, 17, 24, 31 October) |
| Working Saturdays | 3 (3rd, 17th, 31st October) |
| 2nd Saturday (Bank Holiday) | 10 October |
| 4th Saturday (Bank Holiday) | 24 October |
| Gazetted / National Holidays on Weekdays | 3 (2 Oct, 20 Oct, 26 Oct) |
| Restricted Holidays | 1 (29 October – Karva Chauth) |
| Special Days | 2 (6 Oct – Maharaja Ajmidh, 31 Oct – Sardar Patel) |
| Festival Falling on Sunday (No Extra Holiday) | 1 (11 Oct – Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti) |
| Hindu Month | Ashwin (Ashwayuja) |
Long Weekend Planner – October 2026 (Haryana)
October 2026 offers two excellent long weekends for Haryana residents. Here is a quick planner:
| Long Weekend | Dates | Days | Holiday Combination |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Weekend 1 | 2 – 4 October 2026 | 3 Days | Gandhi Jayanti (Fri) + Saturday + Sunday |
| Long Weekend 2 | 24 – 26 October 2026 | 3 Days | 4th Saturday (Bank Holiday) + Sunday + Valmiki Jayanti (Mon) |
Note: If you plan to use one day of earned leave around Dussehra (20 October, Tuesday), taking Wednesday 21st as casual leave will create a 4-day break from Saturday 17th through Wednesday 21st — a good opportunity for a Diwali-season family trip.
Holiday Type Summary Table – October 2026
| Holiday Type | Dates in October 2026 | What Remains Closed |
|---|---|---|
| National Holiday / Gazetted / NI Act | 2 October (Gandhi Jayanti) | Offices, Banks, Schools, Courts |
| Gazetted Holiday / NI Act | 20 October (Dussehra) | Offices, Banks, Schools, Courts |
| Gazetted Holiday / NI Act | 26 October (Valmiki Jayanti) | Offices, Banks, Schools, Courts |
| Restricted Holiday (Optional) | 29 October (Karva Chauth) | Nothing — optional leave only |
| 2nd Saturday Bank Holiday | 10 October | Banks only |
| 4th Saturday Bank Holiday | 24 October | Banks only |
| Special Day (No Holiday) | 6 October (Maharaja Ajmidh Jayanti) | Nothing — offices open |
| Special Day (Falls on Saturday) | 31 October (Sardar Patel Jayanti) | Banks open (working Sat) |
| Festival on Sunday | 11 October (Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti) | No extra holiday given |
| Weekly Off (Sundays) | 4, 11, 18, 25 October | All offices and banks |
All Important Figures in October 2026 – Quick Reference Table
| Figure | Date Observed | Born | Famous For | Holiday Status in Haryana |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahatma Gandhi | 2 October | 2 Oct 1869, Porbandar | Father of Nation, Non-violence Movement | National / Gazetted / NI Act Holiday |
| Maharaja Ajmidh | 6 October | Vedic Era (Ancient India) | Ancestor of Pandavas and Kauravas, Chandravansha lineage | Special Day (No holiday) |
| Maharaja Agrasen | 11 October | Mahabharata Era (Ancient India) | Founder of Agrawal community, Kingdom of Agroha (Hisar, Haryana) | Festival on Sunday (No extra holiday) |
| Ravana / Lord Rama (Dussehra) | 20 October | — | Victory of Lord Rama over Ravana (Ramayana) | Gazetted Holiday / NI Act |
| Maharishi Valmiki | 26 October | Ashwin Purnima, Ancient India | Author of Ramayana, Adi Kavi (First Poet of Sanskrit) | Gazetted Holiday / NI Act |
| Karva Chauth (Married Women’s Fast) | 29 October | — | Festival of marital love and devotion | Restricted Holiday (RH) |
| Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel | 31 October | 31 Oct 1875, Nadiad, Gujarat | Iron Man of India, Unified 560+ Princely States | Special Day / Rashtriya Ekta Diwas |
Detailed Festival and Holiday Explanations
1. Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti – 2 October 2026 (Friday)
Holiday Type: National Holiday / Gazetted Holiday / NI Act Holiday
October 2026 begins with one of India’s most respected national observances. The second of October is Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti, marking the birth anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi — the leader who shaped India’s independence movement and became known worldwide as the Father of the Nation.
Gandhi was born on 2 October 1869 in Porbandar, Gujarat. He studied law in London, fought racial discrimination in South Africa, and brought those lessons home to lead India’s freedom movement entirely through truth and non-violence. The Salt March of 1930, the Quit India Movement of 1942, and his willingness to go to prison repeatedly for what he believed — these are chapters of Indian history that every citizen carries with them.
The United Nations General Assembly declared 2 October as the International Day of Non-Violence in 2007, reflecting the universal relevance of Gandhi’s message far beyond India.
| Gandhi Jayanti Key Facts | Details |
|---|---|
| Date in 2026 | Friday, 2 October |
| Birth Anniversary | 157th |
| Born | 2 October 1869, Porbandar, Gujarat |
| Holiday Type | National Holiday + NI Act Holiday |
| Banks Open or Closed | Closed |
| Offices Open or Closed | Closed |
| Long Weekend Created | Yes — Friday + Saturday + Sunday (2, 3, 4 Oct) |
| UN Recognition | International Day of Non-Violence (declared 2007) |
Practical Note: All banks, government offices, courts, and schools in Haryana will remain closed on 2 October 2026. Since it falls on a Friday, it creates a natural three-day break. Plan any urgent bank work for 1 October or the following Monday, 5 October.
2. Maharaja Ajmidh Jayanti – 6 October 2026 (Tuesday)
Holiday Type: Special Day (Offices and Banks Remain Open)
On Tuesday, 6 October 2026, Haryana honours the birth anniversary of Maharaja Ajmidh — an ancient Vedic-era king from the Chandravansha (Lunar Dynasty) whose lineage is closely linked to the Mahabharata. Maharaja Ajmidh is considered an ancestor of both the Pandavas and the Kauravas, placing him at the very root of one of the most significant genealogical lines in Indian mythology and history.
Haryana, being the land where the Mahabharata’s battle of Kurukshetra took place, gives this observance a particular local resonance. This is a Special Day — not a gazetted holiday — so government offices and banks remain open.
| Maharaja Ajmidh Jayanti Facts | Details |
|---|---|
| Date in 2026 | Tuesday, 6 October |
| Dynasty | Chandravansha (Lunar Dynasty) |
| Significance | Ancestor of Pandavas and Kauravas |
| Holiday Type | Special Day |
| Banks and Offices | Open |
| Events | Cultural programmes, community events |
3. Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti – 11 October 2026 (Sunday)
Holiday Type: Festival (Public Holiday Excluded — falls on Sunday)
The eleventh of October 2026 is the birth anniversary of Maharaja Agrasen — the legendary founder-king of the Agrawal community, one of India’s most prominent and influential business communities. Since this date falls on a Sunday in 2026, no additional public holiday is granted.
Maharaja Agrasen is believed to have ruled the kingdom of Agroha in the Hisar region of present-day Haryana. His kingdom was known for two foundational principles: every newcomer received one brick and one rupee from each existing resident, so no settler would feel unsupported. This spirit of collective responsibility has been the guiding value of the Agrawal community for centuries.
| Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti Facts | Details |
|---|---|
| Date in 2026 | Sunday, 11 October |
| Era | Mahabharata Period (Ancient India) |
| Kingdom | Agroha (present-day Hisar, Haryana) |
| Dynasty | Suryavansha (Solar Dynasty) |
| Community | Agrawal (Agarwal) — major Indian business community |
| Holiday Type | Festival — Public Holiday Excluded |
| Extra Holiday Given | No (falls on Sunday) |
| Key Celebrations in Haryana | Hisar, Gurugram, Rohtak, Karnal, Faridabad |
4. Dussehra (Vijayadashami) – 20 October 2026 (Tuesday)
Holiday Type: Gazetted Holiday / NI Act Holiday
Dussehra is the biggest and most visually dramatic festival in Haryana in October 2026. It falls on Tuesday, 20 October 2026 — the tenth day (Dashami) of the bright fortnight (Shukla Paksha) of the Hindu month of Ashwin.
The name Dussehra means the defeat of the ten — referring to Lord Rama’s victory over the ten-headed demon king Ravana, as narrated in the Ramayana. After fourteen years of exile and the kidnapping of Goddess Sita by Ravana, Lord Rama defeated him in battle on this day, restoring righteousness (Dharma) and rescuing Sita. Dussehra is therefore the celebration of good triumphing over evil.
In eastern traditions and parts of North India, Vijayadashami also marks the day Goddess Durga defeated Mahishasura — the same nine-day battle commemorated during Navratri concluding on this tenth day.
| Dussehra Key Facts | Details |
|---|---|
| Date in 2026 | Tuesday, 20 October |
| Hindu Tithi | Ashwin Shukla Dashami (10th bright day of Ashwin) |
| Holiday Type | Gazetted Holiday + NI Act Holiday |
| Banks Open or Closed | Closed |
| Offices Open or Closed | Closed |
| Main Tradition in Haryana | Ravan Dahan (burning of Ravana effigy) |
| Major Ravan Dahan Events | Gurugram, Faridabad, Panipat, Kurukshetra, Ambala |
| What It Celebrates | Victory of Lord Rama over Ravana (Ramayana) |
Practical Note: Traffic around Ravan Dahan grounds on the evening of 20 October will be extremely heavy across Haryana. Plan your travel route accordingly. All banks and government offices are closed for the full day.
5. Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti – 26 October 2026 (Monday)
Holiday Type: Gazetted Holiday / NI Act Holiday
The 26th of October 2026 marks the birth anniversary of Maharishi Valmiki — the ancient sage who composed the Ramayana, one of the greatest works of literature in human history. This is a full Gazetted Holiday and NI Act Holiday in Haryana.
Valmiki carries the title Adi Kavi — the First Poet of the Sanskrit tradition. He authored the Valmiki Ramayana: approximately 24,000 verses across seven sections (Kandas), narrating the life of Lord Rama from birth to his return to Ayodhya. This epic has shaped the spiritual and cultural identity of South and Southeast Asia for over two thousand years.
His personal story is equally powerful. Traditional accounts describe him as having undergone a complete personal transformation — from a difficult past to becoming one of India’s greatest sages and scholars. This story of redemption through devotion continues to inspire millions.
| Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti Key Facts | Details |
|---|---|
| Date in 2026 | Monday, 26 October |
| Title | Adi Kavi (First Poet of Sanskrit Literature) |
| Work | Valmiki Ramayana — 24,000 verses, 7 Kandas |
| Tithi | Ashwin Purnima (Full Moon of Ashwin) |
| Holiday Type | Gazetted Holiday + NI Act Holiday |
| Banks and Offices | Closed |
| Long Weekend Created | Yes — Saturday 24th + Sunday 25th + Monday 26th |
| Major Celebrations | Chandigarh, Ambala, Rohtak, Hisar, Faridabad |
Practical Note: Since Valmiki Jayanti falls on Monday 26 October, it combines with the 4th Saturday (24th, bank holiday) and Sunday (25th) to create a three-day weekend. Plan bank work before 24 October.
6. Karva Chauth – 29 October 2026 (Thursday)
Holiday Type: Restricted Holiday (RH) — Optional Leave
Karva Chauth falls on Thursday, 29 October 2026. It is listed as a Restricted Holiday in Haryana — optional, not compulsory, and available to eligible government employees as one of their permitted optional leave days.
Karva Chauth is one of the most deeply felt festivals of North India, observed by married Hindu women as an expression of love and prayer for their husbands’ long and healthy lives. The fast runs from before sunrise until moonrise — with women not consuming even water during this period. After sighting the moon and offering it water through a sieve, they break the fast.
| Karva Chauth Key Facts | Details |
|---|---|
| Date in 2026 | Thursday, 29 October |
| Hindu Tithi | Kartik Krishna Chaturthi (4th dark day of Kartik) |
| Meaning | Karva = earthen pot; Chauth = fourth day |
| Observed By | Married Hindu women (primarily) |
| Fast Duration | Pre-sunrise to moonrise (nirjala for many) |
| Holiday Type | Restricted Holiday (RH) |
| Banks and Offices | Open |
| How to Avail Leave | Apply as one of your designated RH days |
| Popular In | Haryana, Rajasthan, UP, Punjab, Delhi |
Practical Note: Banks and government offices remain open on 29 October 2026. Employees wishing to observe Karva Chauth should apply for it in advance as their restricted holiday leave.
7. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti – 31 October 2026 (Saturday)
Holiday Type: Special Day / Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day)
October 2026 closes with the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel — India’s Iron Man and first Home Minister — on Saturday, 31 October. This is the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Patel.
Patel was born on 31 October 1875 in Nadiad, Gujarat. He led the Bardoli Satyagraha (1928), one of the most successful nonviolent resistance movements of the independence era, earning the title Sardar from grateful farmers. After independence, he integrated over 560 princely states into the Indian Union — a feat of diplomatic and political will unmatched in modern history, earning comparisons to Germany’s Otto von Bismarck.
| Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti Key Facts | Details |
|---|---|
| Date in 2026 | Saturday, 31 October |
| Birth Anniversary | 151st |
| Born | 31 October 1875, Nadiad, Gujarat |
| Titles | Iron Man of India, Bismarck of India |
| Major Achievement | Integration of 560+ Princely States into India |
| Also Observed As | Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) |
| Observed Since | 2014 (by Government of India) |
| Statue of Unity Height | 182 metres — world’s tallest statue (Gujarat) |
| Holiday Type | Special Day (falls on Saturday) |
| Banks and Offices | Saturday — already weekly off for many |
| School/College Events | Pledge-taking and Ekta Diwas Runs |
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Bank Holidays in Haryana – October 2026
| Date | Day | Reason for Bank Holiday | Bank Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 October | Friday | Gandhi Jayanti – National Holiday | Closed |
| 04 October | Sunday | Weekly Off | Closed |
| 10 October | Saturday | 2nd Saturday – RBI Mandate | Closed |
| 11 October | Sunday | Weekly Off | Closed |
| 18 October | Sunday | Weekly Off | Closed |
| 20 October | Tuesday | Dussehra – Gazetted Holiday / NI Act | Closed |
| 24 October | Saturday | 4th Saturday – RBI Mandate | Closed |
| 25 October | Sunday | Weekly Off | Closed |
| 26 October | Monday | Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti – Gazetted / NI Act | Closed |
Working Saturdays for Banks: 3 October (1st Saturday), 17 October (3rd Saturday), 31 October (5th Saturday)
Digital Banking Note: NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, and UPI remain operational around the clock on all bank holidays. Use online banking for any urgent transfers on the days listed above.
Working Days in Haryana – October 2026
| Category | Count | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Total Days | 31 | — |
| Sundays (Weekly Off) | 4 | 4, 11, 18, 25 Oct |
| 2nd Saturday (Bank Holiday) | 1 | 10 Oct |
| 4th Saturday (Bank Holiday) | 1 | 24 Oct |
| Working Saturdays | 3 | 3, 17, 31 Oct |
| National / Gazetted Holiday (Weekday) | 3 | 2 Oct, 20 Oct, 26 Oct |
| Restricted Holiday (Optional) | 1 | 29 Oct (optional) |
| Approx. Working Days (5-Day Week) | ~22 | — |
| Approx. Working Days (6-Day Week) | ~24 | — |
Holiday Types in the Haryana Calendar – Explained
| Holiday Type | Full Form / Meaning | Who It Affects | October 2026 Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gazetted Holiday | Officially declared by State or Central Government | All govt offices, schools, courts, banks | Gandhi Jayanti (2 Oct), Dussehra (20 Oct), Valmiki Jayanti (26 Oct) |
| NI Act Holiday | Under Negotiable Instruments Act — RBI directive | Banks and financial institutions | Same as gazetted above |
| National Holiday | One of 3 national holidays (Republic Day, Independence Day, Gandhi Jayanti) | Entire country | Gandhi Jayanti (2 Oct) |
| Restricted Holiday | Optional holiday from govt-approved list | Eligible govt employees only (on application) | Karva Chauth (29 Oct) |
| Special Day | Cultural / historical significance marked in calendar | No office closure | Maharaja Ajmidh (6 Oct), Sardar Patel (31 Oct) |
| Festival on Sunday | A festival that falls on an existing weekly off | No extra holiday given | Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti (11 Oct) |
| 2nd / 4th Saturday | RBI rule — banks closed on 2nd and 4th Saturday each month | Banks only | 10 Oct (2nd Sat), 24 Oct (4th Sat) |
Frequently Asked Questions – Haryana Calendar October 2026
Q1. How many gazetted holidays are there in Haryana in October 2026? There are 3 gazetted holidays in Haryana in October 2026 — Gandhi Jayanti on 2 October (Friday), Dussehra on 20 October (Tuesday), and Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti on 26 October (Monday). All three are also NI Act holidays, so banks will be closed on all three dates.
Q2. Is Gandhi Jayanti a bank holiday in Haryana in 2026? Yes. Gandhi Jayanti on 2 October 2026 is a National Holiday and NI Act Holiday. All banks across Haryana will be closed. Since it falls on a Friday, the following Saturday and Sunday create a natural three-day break from 2nd through 4th October.
Q3. What day does Dussehra fall on in October 2026? Dussehra (Vijayadashami) falls on Tuesday, 20 October 2026. It is a full gazetted holiday and NI Act holiday, meaning all government offices, courts, schools, and banks in Haryana will be closed for the day.
Q4. Is Karva Chauth a public holiday in Haryana in October 2026? No. Karva Chauth on 29 October 2026 is a Restricted Holiday — it is optional, not compulsory. Eligible government employees can apply for it as one of their permitted restricted holiday days. Banks and offices remain open on this date.
Q5. Does Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti create a long weekend in October 2026? Yes. Valmiki Jayanti falls on Monday, 26 October 2026. The 4th Saturday (24 October, bank holiday) and Sunday (25 October, weekly off) precede it, creating a three-day long weekend from Saturday 24th through Monday 26th October.
Q6. Is Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti a public holiday in Haryana in 2026? No. Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti falls on Sunday, 11 October 2026, which is already a weekly off. No compensatory holiday is granted. Celebrations are organised socially by the Agrawal community across Haryana cities.
Q7. What is Rashtriya Ekta Diwas and when is it celebrated in 2026? Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) is observed on 31 October every year in honour of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. In 2026, it falls on a Saturday. It is a Special Day in the Haryana calendar, not a gazetted holiday. Schools, colleges, and government institutions organise pledge-taking ceremonies and unity runs.
Q8. How many bank holidays are there in Haryana in October 2026? There are 9 bank holiday days in October 2026 — 4 Sundays (4, 11, 18, 25 Oct), 2 bank Saturdays (10 and 24 Oct), and 3 gazetted / national holidays falling on weekdays (Gandhi Jayanti on 2 Oct, Dussehra on 20 Oct, and Valmiki Jayanti on 26 Oct).
Conclusion
The Haryana Calendar October 2026 is genuinely one of the richest months of the entire year — in terms of history, culture, devotion, and national pride. In just 31 days, Haryana moves from the timeless wisdom of Mahatma Gandhi, through the ancient heritage of Maharaja Ajmidh and Maharaja Agrasen, into the explosive celebration of Dussehra, the literary reverence for Maharishi Valmiki, the quiet devotion of Karva Chauth, and the unifying pride of Sardar Patel’s birth anniversary.