Bihar Government Office Closures: November and December 2026 Holiday Schedule
Bihar government offices will observe several official holidays during November and December 2026. Anyone planning to visit a government office for work should check this schedule in advance. The state government has released its official holiday calendar for these final two months of the year.
Government employees in Bihar follow the holiday schedule issued by the state administration. This list includes both gazetted holidays and restricted holidays. The information comes from the National Portal of India and official Bihar government notifications.
Bihar Government Holidays in November 2026
November brings several important holidays for Bihar government offices. The following dates will see office closures:
- November 8, 2026 (Diwali) — Gazetted Holiday
- November 10, 2026 (Chitragupta Pooja / Bhai Dooj) — Gazetted Holiday
- November 14, 2026 (Chhath Puja Kharna) — Restricted Holiday
- November 15, 2026 (Chhath Puja) — Gazetted Holiday
- November 16, 2026 (Chhath Puja) — Gazetted Holiday
Diwali on November 8 marks a major gazetted holiday when all government services remain closed. The Chhath Puja celebrations span three days from November 14 to 16, with two days as gazetted holidays and one as a restricted holiday.
Bihar Government Holidays in December 2026
December 2026 has fewer holidays compared to November. The Bihar government has scheduled the following closures:
- December 3, 2026 (Dr. Rajendra Prasad Jayanti) — Restricted Holiday
- December 24, 2026 (Christmas Eve) — Restricted Holiday
- December 25, 2026 (Christmas Day) — Gazetted Holiday
Christmas Day on December 25 is observed as a gazetted holiday. Dr. Rajendra Prasad Jayanti and Christmas Eve are restricted holidays for eligible employees.
Understanding Gazetted and Restricted Holidays
The Bihar government holiday list uses two categories. Gazetted holidays mean all government offices close completely. No regular services operate on these dates. Restricted holidays work differently for state employees.
Restricted holidays allow eligible employees to select from an approved list. Employees can choose these holidays based on applicable rules. Bihar’s 2026 notification permits state government employees to take up to three restricted holidays during the entire year.
It is important to note that office closures do not affect all services equally. Online government services may continue operating even on gazetted holidays. Emergency services follow their own separate schedules and remain available.
Before Visiting a Government Office
People planning to visit Bihar government offices should verify the holiday schedule beforehand. Check the specific department’s notice if your work involves deadlines or time-sensitive services. This applies to certificate applications, registrations, and other urgent matters.
The complete Bihar government holiday list is available through official state notifications. The Bihar e-Gazette also publishes the gazetted and restricted public holidays. Cross-verify the dates with the National Portal of India for accuracy.
Government employees can also check their department’s internal notice boards. Some offices may have additional closure dates specific to their operations. Always confirm with the relevant office before making the trip.
Planning ahead helps avoid wasted visits to closed offices. The Bihar government holidays 2026 schedule ensures employees and citizens know when services will be unavailable. Keep this holiday list handy for reference throughout November and December.
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