Holiday List of Jammu and Kashmir Govt 2024
In Jammu and Kashmir, all central and state government offices are generally closed on all public holidays. Government of Jammu and Kashmir has published the list of holidays for the year 2024. The list contains a total of 28 holidays including national and regional holidays. Republic Day, Independence Day, Gandhi Jayanti and Christmas Day are some of the major holidays. In addition, there are many regional holidays such as Nauroz, Baisakhi and Dussehra and all 2nd and 4th Saturdays would also be observed as Holidays. We hope this information will help you plan your trip in advance accordingly.
| Jammu and Kashmir Government Holiday List 2024 Overview | |
| Name of Government | Government of Jammu and Kashmir |
| Topic | Jammu and Kashmir Government Holidays |
| Year | 2024 |
| Name of Issuing Authority | General Administration Department, Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir |
| Date of issue | 11.12.2023 |
| Holiday Order | PDF Format Download |
Jammu and Kashmir Govt Gazetted Holiday List 2024 | Government of Jammu and Kashmir Public Holiday List 2024
GOVERNMENT OF JAMMU AND KASHMIR
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT
CIVIL SECRETARIAT. J&K
Subject: List of holidays for the calendar year-2024.
Government Order No.1582-JK(GAD) of 2023
Dated:11.12.2023
The holidays listed in Annexure-“A” & “B” to this order shall be observed in the Government Offices and educational institutions of the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir during the calendar year – 2024.
By Order of the Lieutenant Governor, J&K.
Sd/-
(Sanjeev Verma) IAS
Commissioner/Secretary to the Government
Annexure-A to the Government Order No.1582-JK(GAD) of 2023
dated: 11.12.2023
Holidays to be observed throughout the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir during the Calendar Year, 2024:
| S. N | Name of the Holiday | Date | Day |
| 1 | Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s Birthday | 17.01.2024 | Wednes day |
| 2 | Republic Day | 26.01.2024 | Friday |
| 3 | Shab-I-Miraj* | 07.02.2024 | Wednes day |
| 4 | Mahashivratri | 08.03.2024 | Friday |
| 5 | Nauroz* | 21.03.2024 | Thursday |
| 6 | Jumat-ul-Vida* | 05.04.2024 | Friday |
| 7 | Shab-I-Qadr* | 07.04.2024 | Sunday |
| 8 | 1st Navratra | 09.04.2024 | Tuesday |
| 9 | Eid-ul-Fitr* | 11.04.2024 | Thursday |
| 10 | Baisakhi | 13.04.2024 | Saturday |
| 11 | Birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar | 14.04.2024 | Sunday |
| 12 | Ramanavami | 17.04.2024 | Wednes day |
| 13 | Buddha Purnima | 23.05.2024 | Thursday |
| 14 | Eid-ul-Azha* | 17.06.2024 & 18.06.2024 | Monday & Tuesday |
| 15 | Guru Hargobind Ji’s Birthday | 05.07.2024 | Friday |
| 16 | Ashoora* | 17.07.2024 | Wednes day |
| 17 | Independence Day | 15.08.2024 | Thursday |
| 18 | Janamashtami | 26.08.2024 | Monday |
| 19 | Eid-i-Milad-ul-Nabi* | 16.09.2024 | Monday |
| 20 | Friday following Eid-i-Milad-ul-Nabi* | 20.09.2024 | Friday |
| 21 | Birthday of Maharaja Hari Singh Ji | 23.09.2024 | Monday |
| 22 | Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday | 02.10.2024 | Wednes day |
| 23 | Mahanavami | 12.10.2024 | Saturday |
| 24 | Dussehra | 12.10.2024 | Saturday |
| 25 | Accession Day | 26.10.2024 | Saturday |
| 26 | Diwali | 01.11.2024 | Friday |
| 27 | Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Birthday | 15.11.2024 | Friday |
| 28 | Christmas Day | 25.12.2024 | Wednes day |
*All the Muslim Holidays are subject to appearance of Moon.
(Rohit Sharma) JKAS
Additional Secretary to the Government
Annexure-B to the Government Order No.1582-JK(GAD) of 2023
dated: 11.12.2023
(i) Provincial Holidays (Kashmir Province):
| S. N | Name of the Holiday | Date | Day |
| 1 | Friday following Shab-i-Miraj | 09.02.2024 | Friday |
| 2 | Urs Shah-i-Hamdan Sahib* | 13.06.2024 | Thursday |
| 3 | Mela Khir Bhawani | 14.06.2024 | Friday |
| 4 | Urs Sheikh Noor-ud-Din Sahib* | 30.09.2024 | Monday |
(ii) Provincial Holidays (Jammu Province):
| S. N | Name of the Holiday | Date | Day |
| 1 | Lohri | 13.01.2024 | Saturday |
| 2 | Shri Guru Ravi Das’s Birthday | 24.02.2024 | Saturday |
| 3 | Holi | 25.03.2024 | Monday |
(iii) Local Holidays:
| S. N | Name of the Holiday | Date | Day |
| 1 | Good Friday (Jammu District only) | 29.03.2024 | Friday |
| 2 | Mela Bahu Fort (Jammu District only) | 16.04.2024 | Tuesday |
| 3 | Mahavir Jayanti (Jammu District only) | 21.04.2024 | Sunday |
| 4 | Urs Shah Farid-ud-Din Sahib (Kishtwar District only) | 21.06.2024 | Friday |
| 5 | Sarthal Devi Ji Yatra (Kishtwar District only) | 14.07.2024 & 15.07.2024 | Sunday & Monday |
| 6 | Kailash Yatra (Tehsil Bhaderwah and Tehsil Bhalla only) | 30.08.2024 & 31.08.2024 | Friday & Saturday |
| 7 | Mela Pat (Tehsil Bhaderwah and Tehsil Bhalla only) | 09.09.2024 & 10.09.2024 | Monday & Tuesday |
| 8 | Urs Shah Asrar-ud-Din Sahib (Kishtwar, Doda & Ramban Districts only) | 10.11.2024 | Sunday |
(iv) Restricted Holidays:
| S. N | Name of the Holiday | Date | Day |
| 1 | Parshuram Jayanti (Jammu Province only) | 10.05.2024 | Friday |
| 2 | Martyr’s Day of Guru Arjun Dev Ji | 16.06.2024 | Sunday |
| 3 | Kabir Jayanti (Jammu Province Only) | 22.06.2024 | Saturday |
| 4 | Raksha Bandhan | 19.08.2024 | Monday |
*All the Muslim Holidays are subject to appearance of Moon.
(Rohit Sharma) JKAS
Additional Secretary to the Government
Bank Holidays in Jammu and Kashmir 2024
GOVERNMENT OF JAMMU AND KASHMIR
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT
CIVIL SECRETARIAT. J&K
Subject: List of holidays for the calendar year-2024, under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.
Government Order No. 1583-JK(GAD) of 2023
Dated: 11.12.2023
In exercise of the powers conferred by the explanation of Section 25 of Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (Central Act 26 of 1881) read with Government of India, Ministry of Home Affairs Notification No.20/25/56/Pub-1st dated 30.11.1957, the Government of Jammu and Kashmir hereby declares the days as indicated in Annexure to this Order to be public holidays during the calendar year, 2024
| S. N | Name of the Holiday | Date | Day |
| 1 | Republic Day | 26.01.2024 | Friday |
| 2 | Mahashivratri | 08.03.2024 | Friday |
| 3 | Holi (Jammu Province only) | 25.03.2024 | Monday |
| 4 | Yearly Closing of Banks (Banks Only) | 01.04.2024 | Monday |
| 5 | Jumat-ul-Vida* | 05.04.2024 | Friday |
| 6 | Shab-I-Qadr* | 07.04.2024 | Sunday |
| 7 | 1st Navratra | 09.04.2024 | Tuesday |
| 8 | Eid-ul-Fitr* | 11.04.2024 | Thursday |
| 9 | Baisakhi | 13.04.2024 | Saturday |
| 10 | Birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar | 14.04.2024 | Sunday |
| 11 | Buddha Purnima | 23.05.2024 | Thursday |
| 12 | Eid-ul-Azha* | 17.06.2023 & 18.06.2024 | Monday & Tuesday |
| 13 | Guru Hargobind Ji’s Birthday | 05.07.2024 | Friday |
| 14 | Ashoora* | 17.07.2024 | Wednes day |
| Independence Day | 15.08.2024 | Thursday | |
| 16 | Janamashtami | 26.08.2024 | Monday |
| 17 | Eid-i-Milad-ul- Nabi* | 16.09.2024 | Monday |
| 18 | Friday following Eid-i-Milad-ul-Nabi* | 20.09.2024 | Friday |
| 19 | Birthday of Maharaja Hari Singh Ji | 23.09.2024 | Monday |
| 20 | Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday | 02.10.2024 | Wednes day |
| 21 | Dussehra | 12.10.2024 | Saturday |
| 22 | Accession Day | 26.10.2024 | Saturday |
| 23 | Oiwali | 01.11.2024 | Friday |
| 24 | Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Birthday | 15.11.2024 | Friday |
| 25 | Christmas Day | 25.12.2024 | Wednes day |
These holidays are observed in central and state government offices, banks, post offices, railway departments, schools and colleges in Jammu and Kashmir.
Holiday Celebrations Can Bring You Happiness
Holidays are an essential part of our lives, providing us with the opportunity to take a break from our busy schedules and relax. They allow us to recharge our batteries, spend time with our loved ones, and explore new places. In addition to providing us with a much-needed break, holidays also have numerous other benefits. One of the most significant benefits of holidays is that they help to reduce stress levels. Taking a break from work and other responsibilities can help us to relax and unwind, reducing our stress levels and improving our overall mental health. Holidays also provide us with the opportunity to engage in activities that we enjoy, such as reading, hiking, or spending time with friends and family.
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