August 2026 Calendar India with Holidays – Free PDF

August 2026 Calendar with Holidays India — Free Printable PDF & PNG

The august 2026 calendar with holidays india brings a month packed with national pride, regional festivals, and major sports events — and you can download it free as a printable PDF or PNG. August 2026 features Independence Day on Saturday 15 August as the most significant national public holiday, alongside the tentative observance of Milad-un-Nabi, the regional festival of Onam in Kerala, and Raksha Bandhan celebrations across northern states. Whether you are planning time off, checking bank closures, or looking for a printable august 2026 calendar india to keep at your desk, this complete monthly reference covers every date you need.

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August 2026 Calendar with Holidays and Festivals India

Entries in bold are public holidays, gazetted holidays, or major religious observances in India.

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All four formats include Independence Day, Milad-un-Nabi (tentative), Onam, Raksha Bandhan, and all nationwide bank holidays — with public holidays clearly highlighted. No sign-up or account required. Download the free August 2026 India calendar with holidays — PDF portrait, PDF landscape, PNG portrait and PNG landscape all from one page.

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August 2026 Calendar with Holidays India — National Public Holidays

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The august calendar 2026 with holidays india includes one nationally observed gazetted holiday and one tentative gazetted holiday subject to lunar confirmation. The official list of gazetted holidays for central government employees is published annually by the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Government of India. Print this calendar august 2026 with holidays india and keep it handy — free PDF and PNG formats in portrait and landscape are available on Calendarena.

Independence Day — Saturday, 15 August 2026

Independence Day is a national gazetted holiday observed across all states and union territories of India on 15 August every year. In 2026, Independence Day falls on a Saturday. Flag-hoisting ceremonies take place at government offices, schools, and public institutions nationwide, with the Prime Minister’s address at the Red Fort in New Delhi being the centrepiece of national celebrations. For official Independence Day programmes and government announcements, refer to india.gov.in — the National Portal of India.

Because Independence Day falls on a Saturday in 2026, no weekday is displaced. Government offices, banks, and most businesses remain closed on 15 August. Schools observe the holiday with patriotic programmes and flag-hoisting events before closing for the day. If you are planning the months around it, explore the free printable July 2026 calendar with holidays India — PDF and PNG, portrait and landscape for a seamless two-month view.

Milad-un-Nabi — 25–26 August 2026 (Tentative)

Milad-un-Nabi, commemorating the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad, is a gazetted public holiday in most Indian states on approximately 25–26 August 2026. The exact date is tentative and subject to official moon sighting confirmation. States including Assam, Bihar, and West Bengal do not observe this as a public holiday. The official declaration is issued by the Government of India via the Press Information Bureau once the moon sighting is confirmed. Always check your state-specific holiday calendar 2026 for confirmation once the date is officially declared.

State Holidays and Bank Holidays — August 2026 Calendar India

Beyond national holidays, the august 2026 calendar with holidays and festivals india includes a range of state-specific restricted holidays and regional celebrations. Awareness of these closures is especially important for banking, government services, and business planning.

Onam — 26 August 2026 (Kerala)

Onam is the harvest festival of Kerala and is observed as a restricted holiday on 26 August 2026. It marks the legendary homecoming of King Mahabali and is celebrated with floral carpets (pookalam), boat races, and traditional feasts (Onam Sadhya). While it is a restricted holiday at the national level, it is a major public celebration throughout Kerala. The Kerala Tourism official website has full details on public events and Onam programmes across the state.

Raksha Bandhan — 28 August 2026 (Northern States)

Raksha Bandhan falls on 28 August 2026 and is observed as a restricted or bank holiday in several northern and western states, including Gujarat, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh. The festival celebrates the bond between siblings. Banks in these states may be closed on this date, so plan financial transactions accordingly.

Bank Holidays — August 2026 India

Bank holiday closures in August 2026 include:

Banks are closed on all Sundays, the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month, and on declared public holidays. In August 2026, the 2nd Saturday falls on 8 August and the 4th Saturday falls on 22 August. Refer to the Reserve Bank of India holiday list for the complete and officially confirmed schedule.

Calendar of August Month 2026 India — School Holidays

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Schools in India follow state-level academic calendars, so holiday schedules vary by region. The calendar 2026 august month with holidays india marks the following dates as broadly applicable across the country.

Independence Day on 15 August 2026 is a mandatory national holiday for all schools. Most schools hold a formal flag-hoisting ceremony before students are dismissed for the day.

Raksha Bandhan (28 August) is a half-day or full-day holiday in many government and aided schools across northern states. Potential Janmashtami holidays may fall in late August or early September depending on the lunar calendar — check your state board’s academic calendar for confirmation.

Summer vacations in India conclude well before August in most states; the month falls within the regular academic term. For a full breakdown by state, see our school holiday calendar India 2026 — every state listed free. You can also print the free August 2026 India calendar with school dates marked in portrait or landscape PDF and annotate it directly on the page.

Special Days in August 2026 India — Moon Phases and Festival Dates

The moon calendar is central to understanding the special days in august 2026 india, since several key religious observances are determined by lunar dates. The august month special days 2026 india include both solar-calendar fixed dates like Independence Day and lunar-dependent festivals like Raksha Bandhan and Milad-un-Nabi. August also features globally observed dates recognised by the United Nations, including World Humanitarian Day on 19 August — established to honour aid workers worldwide — as noted in the UN World Humanitarian Day official page.

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The Full Moon on 28 August aligns closely with Raksha Bandhan in 2026. Milad-un-Nabi is calculated based on the Islamic lunar calendar and is expected around 25–26 August, subject to official moon sighting.

Sports Events — August 2026 Calendar India

August 2026 sees India host two significant international sports events, making this an exciting month for sports fans consulting the august 2026 calendar with holidays india.

BWF World Championships — 17–23 August 2026, New Delhi

The BWF Badminton World Championships take place from 17 to 23 August 2026 at an indoor venue in New Delhi. This is one of the most prestigious tournaments in world badminton, attracting the sport’s top-ranked players from across the globe. Indian fans can follow national stars competing for world titles. For tickets and schedules, visit the BWF official website.

Indian Open Athletics — 22 August 2026, Bhubaneswar

The Indian Open World Athletics Continental Tour (Silver level) is held on 22 August 2026 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The event brings together elite track and field athletes from India and overseas, featuring sprints, jumps, and throws across multiple disciplines. This event coincides with the nationwide 4th Saturday bank holiday. Full event details and athlete entries are published on the World Athletics official website.

There is no Formula 1 Grand Prix in India in August 2026. The nearest F1 race that weekend is the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort, Netherlands (21–23 August 2026).

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Frequently Asked Questions — August 2026 Calendar with Holidays India

What are the public holidays in India in August 2026?

The public holidays in the august 2026 calendar with holidays india are Independence Day on Saturday 15 August (national gazetted holiday) and Milad-un-Nabi on approximately 25–26 August (tentative gazetted holiday, subject to moon sighting, not applicable in Assam, Bihar, and West Bengal).

Is Independence Day a holiday for banks and schools in August 2026?

Yes. Independence Day on 15 August 2026 is a national holiday that applies to all banks, government offices, and schools across India. Because the date falls on a Saturday in 2026, no compensatory weekday holiday is issued. All schools observe the day with flag-hoisting ceremonies.

When is Raksha Bandhan in August 2026?

Raksha Bandhan falls on Friday 28 August 2026. It is a restricted or bank holiday in Gujarat, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh. The date aligns with the Full Moon (Purnima) on 28 August 2026, which is the traditional day of observance.

Are there any major sports events in India in August 2026?

Yes. The BWF Badminton World Championships run from 17 to 23 August 2026 in New Delhi, and the Indian Open World Athletics Continental Tour is held on 22 August 2026 in Bhubaneswar. There is no Formula 1 Grand Prix in India during August 2026.

Which Saturdays are bank holidays in August 2026 in India?

Banks in India are closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays each month. In August 2026, the 2nd Saturday falls on 8 August and the 4th Saturday falls on 22 August. Additionally, Independence Day on 15 August (3rd Saturday) is a national holiday, making three Saturdays non-working days for banks in August 2026.

Where can I download a free printable August 2026 calendar India with holidays?

You can download the august 2026 calendar with holidays india for free on Calendarena. Both PDF and PNG formats are available with all public holidays pre-marked, including Independence Day and Raksha Bandhan. No account or sign-up is needed — simply choose your format and print or save directly.

What are the special days in August 2026 India?

The special days in august 2026 india include Independence Day (15 August), Milad-un-Nabi (25–26 August, tentative), Onam (26 August, Kerala), and Raksha Bandhan (28 August). The Full Moon (Purnima) on 28 August and the BWF Badminton World Championships in New Delhi (17–23 August) also make this a significant month. Download the free printable calendar to mark all dates.

Is there a free August September 2026 calendar with holidays India available?

Yes. Calendarena offers a free august september 2026 calendar with holidays india as a two-month printable PDF and PNG. It covers all national and state public holidays across both months, including Independence Day in August and all September 2026 gazetted holidays. No registration is required to download.

August 2026 Calendar India — Summary

The august 2026 calendar with holidays india centres on Independence Day (15 August) as the defining national occasion, supported by state-level festivals like Onam and Raksha Bandhan and two international sports events hosted on Indian soil. With three Saturday bank holidays, careful planning for financial transactions, travel, and school schedules is essential.

Plan Ahead — August September 2026 Calendar with Holidays India

If you are planning beyond August, the august september 2026 calendar with holidays india is also available as a free two-month printable PDF on Calendarena. It covers all public holidays, bank closures, and festivals across both months in one convenient download — ideal for HR teams, schools, and anyone managing a busy schedule through to September 2026.

Download your free printable august 2026 calendar india — choose from portrait PDF, landscape PDF, portrait PNG or landscape PNG, all with holidays clearly marked and ready to print or save in seconds. For year-round planning, the complete 2026 India calendar with public holidays — free printable PDF for all 12 months has every month in one convenient download.

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