India Public Holidays 2027
Indian public life pauses for 6 national holidays during 2027. Holidays run from Republic Day in January through to Christmas Day at the end of the year. 3 of them fall on a Saturday or Sunday this year, so the number of extra days away from the desk depends on the calendar.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Republic Day | January 26, 2027 | Tuesday | Public holiday |
| Good Friday | March 26, 2027 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Ambedkar Jayanti | April 14, 2027 | Wednesday | Public holiday |
| Independence Day | August 15, 2027 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Gandhi Jayanti | October 2, 2027 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2027 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
Holidays are spread fairly evenly through 2027, so there is no single month that dominates the calendar. Below you will find the full 2027 list for India, sorted by date, with the weekday marked for quick planning. Only nationwide public holidays are included here, which keeps the India calendar clean and comparable.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does India have in 2027?
India has 6 national public holidays in 2027. The first is Republic Day on January 26, 2027 and the last is Christmas Day on December 25, 2027.
What is the first public holiday of 2027 in India?
The first public holiday of 2027 is Republic Day, which falls on January 26, 2027, a Tuesday.
When is Christmas observed in India in 2027?
Christmas Day in India falls on December 25, 2027 in 2027, a Saturday.
Are regional holidays included for India?
No. This calendar lists national public holidays only. State, provincial and regional holidays that apply to just part of India are not included, which keeps the list consistent across countries.
Other years for India
Planning further ahead or looking back? Compare the India public holiday calendar across years: