If you live in Andhra Pradesh or do business there, you probably already know how important it is to keep track of the holidays. Whether it’s planning your leave, avoiding a bank run on a closed day, or just squeezing in a long weekend trip, having the 2025 holiday list handy makes life a whole lot easier.
In this blog, we’re keeping it simple with just the official holidays you need to know for Andhra Pradesh in 2025. No fluff. Just dates, days, and what’s open or not.
List of Government Holidays in Andhra Pradesh
These are the general holidays notified by the Government of Andhra Pradesh for the year 2025. Most government offices, schools, and public institutions remain closed on these days.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
| 14 January | Tuesday | Makara Sankranti |
| 26 January | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 26 February | Wednesday | Maha Shivaratri |
| 14 March | Friday | Holi |
| 30 March | Sunday | Ugadi |
| 31 March | Monday | Eid-ul-Fitr (Ramzan) |
| 1 April | Tuesday | Annual Closing of Accounts |
| 6 April | Sunday | Sri Rama Navami |
| 14 April | Monday | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s Birthday |
| 18 April | Friday | Good Friday |
| 1 May | Thursday | May Day |
| 7 June | Saturday | Bakrid (Eid-ul-Zuha) |
| 6 July | Sunday | Moharram |
| 15 August | Friday | Independence Day |
| 16 August | Saturday | Sri Krishnaashtami |
| 27 August | Wednesday | Vinayaka Chavithi |
| 5 September | Friday | Milad-un-Nabi (SAWS) |
| 2 October | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti / Vijaya Dasami |
| 20 October | Monday | Deepavali (Diwali) |
| 25 December | Thursday | Christmas |
Note: if a festival falls on a Sunday, it might not result in an extra day off since Sunday is already a weekly holiday.
List of Bank Holidays in Andhra Pradesh
Bank holidays are slightly different. They’re governed by the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, and are officially notified each year. These holidays apply to all scheduled banks (public and private) across the state.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
| 14 January | Tuesday | Makara Sankranti |
| 26 January | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 26 February | Wednesday | Maha Shivaratri |
| 14 March | Friday | Holi |
| 30 March | Sunday | Ugadi |
| 31 March | Monday | Eid-ul-Fitr (Ramzan) |
| 1 April | Tuesday | Annual Closing of Accounts |
| 14 April | Monday | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s Birthday |
| 18 April | Friday | Good Friday |
| 1 May | Thursday | May Day |
| 7 June | Saturday | Bakrid (Eid-ul-Zuha) |
| 6 July | Sunday | Moharram |
| 15 August | Friday | Independence Day |
| 5 September | Friday | Milad-un-Nabi (Eid-e-Milad) |
| 2 October | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti / Vijaya Dasami |
| 20 October | Monday | Deepavali (Diwali) |
| 25 December | Thursday | Christmas |
Note:
⇒ 1 April is a bank holiday due to annual closing, though not a public holiday.
⇒ Some holidays fall on Sundays (e.g., Republic Day, Ugadi) and may not grant additional days off.
List of Restricted Holidays in Andhra Pradesh
Restricted holidays are optional. Employees can choose a couple of days from this list based on their personal preferences, religious beliefs, or traditions. These are not compulsory offs, and government offices usually remain functional.
| Likely Month | Day (Tentative) | Restricted Holiday |
| April | Friday | Mahavir Jayanti |
| April | Saturday | Hanuman Jayanti |
| May | Thursday | Buddha Purnima |
| September | Tuesday | Onam |
| October | Thursday | Karva Chauth |
| November | Monday | Chhath Puja |
| November | Friday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 24 December | Wednesday | Christmas Eve |
| 31 December | Wednesday | New Year’s Eve |
Note:
– Final list may vary slightly depending on department or office-specific circulars.
– Employees typically need to inform HR or reporting managers in advance.
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Important Public & Bank Holidays in Andhra Pradesh
Not every holiday is created equal. Some days bring everything to a standstill: public offices, banks, markets, and schools are all closed. These are the most impactful holidays in Andhra Pradesh:
⇒ Republic Day (26 Jan): A national holiday; everything shuts down.
⇒ Ugadi (30 Mar): Telugu New Year, celebrated widely across the state.
⇒ Eid-ul-Fitr (31 Mar): Significant for the Muslim community, with city-wide closures.
⇒ Independence Day (15 Aug): National holiday; schools and offices closed.
⇒ Vinayaka Chavithi (27 Aug): Heavily celebrated in the region, especially in urban Andhra.
⇒ Diwali (20 Oct): Though more popular in North India, it’s still a widely respected holiday in AP.
⇒ Christmas (25 Dec): Not just for Christians; it’s a major public holiday across India.
Keep an eye out for these days if you’re trying to schedule work, plan a trip, or coordinate meetings.
Wrapping Up
So there you have it the complete, up-to-date list of holidays in Andhra Pradesh for 2025. Whether you’re planning your next family getaway or just want to make the most of your long weekends, this list should keep you well-prepared.
Just remember:
- Some holidays fall on Sundays.
- Bank holidays don’t always mean a public holiday.
- Restricted holidays are flexible, but you’ll need approval to take them.
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