Banks will remain open on Sunday, September 27, 2026, ahead of a proposed three-day nationwide bank strike scheduled from September 28 to 30. The decision has been taken to reduce disruption to customers as the strike follows the weekend holidays on September 26 and 27.The Ministry of Finance said all Public Sector Banks and Regional Rural Banks will function normally on September 27. The Reserve Bank of India has also approved the opening of bank branches, offices, ATM-linked branches and Currency Chests on the day.Key HighlightsBanks will remain open on Sunday, September 27, 2026.Public Sector Banks and Regional Rural Banks will operate normally.RBI has approved the opening of bank branches, offices, ATM-linked branches and Currency Chests.A three-day nationwide bank strike has been proposed from September 28 to 30.The strike follows the weekend holidays of September 26 and 27.Without the Sunday opening, customers could face disruption across five consecutive days.Bank unions are seeking, among other demands, implementation of a five-day banking week.Why Are Banks Open on Sunday?The decision comes ahead of the proposed strike called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU). Since September 26 and 27 are weekend holidays and the proposed strike runs from September 28 to 30, regular branch services could otherwise have been affected for five consecutive days.The government said the additional working day is intended to ensure that customers can complete essential banking transactions before the proposed strike.The Finance Ministry and bank managements have also appealed to unions to defer the proposed strike and have taken measures aimed at maintaining essential banking services.Bank Strike Dates September 2026The proposed nationwide bank strike is scheduled for September 28, 29 and 30, 2026.The timing has raised concerns about disruption because the strike follows the September 26-27 weekend. September 30 is also the half-yearly closing date for banks, adding significance to the period for banking operations.One of the key demands raised by bank unions is the implementation of a five-day banking week, under which all Saturdays would become holidays.Which Banks Will Be Open on September 27?The Ministry of Finance has specifically stated that all Public Sector Banks and Regional Rural Banks will function normally on Sunday, September 27.RBI approval also covers all bank branches, offices, ATM-linked branches and Currency Chests, allowing these banking facilities to remain operational on the additional working day.Customers should still check their individual bank's latest advisory for branch timings and available services before visiting.What Customers Should KnowCustomers who need branch-based banking services can use September 27 as an additional working day before the proposed strike.Digital banking services such as internet banking, mobile banking and UPI are generally expected to remain available, although customers requiring services that depend on physical branches should complete them in advance. SBI and other banks have also advised customers to plan important transactions around the proposed strike period.The proposed strike could still be deferred if discussions between bank managements and unions result in an agreement. Therefore, customers should follow official bank announcements for the latest updates.
