Check the complete official schedule of public, bank, national, and state holidays in Karnataka for the calendar year 2026.
Holidays, long weekends, leave opportunities and statutory compliance due dates — all in one place.
| Event Name | Date & Day |
|---|---|
| Makar Sankranti / Pongal | 14 January 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Republic Day (National) | 26 January 2026 (Monday) |
| Ugadi (Gudi Padwa) | 19 March 2026 (Thursday) |
| May Day / Labour Day | 01 May 2026 (Friday) |
| Ganesh Chaturthi | 14 September 2026 (Monday) |
| Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | 02 October 2026 (Friday) |
| Ayudha Puja / Mahanavami | 20 October 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Vijayadashami (Dussehra) | 21 October 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Kannada Rajyotsava | 01 November 2026 (Sunday) |
| Deepavali (Diwali) | 08 November 2026 (Sunday) |
Kannada Rajyotsava (Karnataka Formation Day) celebrated on 1st November is a mandatory state public holiday across Bengaluru, Mysuru, Hubballi, and all districts.
Ugadi marks the Kannada New Year based on the Hindu lunisolar calendar and is celebrated with traditional Bevu-Bella custom.
Yes, under the Karnataka Industrial Establishments (National and Festival Holidays) Act 1963, 1st November is a mandatory statutory holiday for commercial establishments and IT companies in Karnataka.