Tamil Nadu Government Holiday List 2024 PDF
Tamil Nadu Government Holiday List: The Public (Miscellaneous) Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu annually releases a Government Order (G.O.) listing the public holidays for November. These public holidays, as stipulated by the Negotiable Instruments Act of 1881, apply to state government offices, commercial banks (including cooperative banks), and various governmental entities such as state employees, teachers, public sector undertakings, corporations, and board employees, who observe Saturdays and Sundays as their designated days off.
Tamil Nadu Government Holiday List Overview
Topic | Tamil Nadu Government Holiday List |
State | Tamil Nadu |
Year | 2024 & 2025 |
TN Govt Holidays List | PDF Download |
Home Page | ghdays.in |
Official Website | tn.gov.in |
Tamil Nadu Government Holiday List 2024
S. No. | Holiday | Date | Day |
1 | New Year’s Day | 01 January 2024 | Monday |
2 | Pongal | 15 January 2024 | Monday |
3 | Thiruvalluvar Day | 16 January 2024 | Tuesday |
4 | Uzhavar Thirunal | 17 January 2024 | Wednesday |
5 | Thai Poosam | 25 January 2024 | Thursday |
6 | Republic Day | 26 January 2024 | Friday |
7 | Good Friday | 29 March 2024 | Friday |
8 | Bank Annual Account Closing* | 01 April 2024 | Monday |
9 | Telugu New Year | 09 April 2024 | Tuesday |
10 | Ramadan (Eid’l Fitr) | 11 April 2024 | Thursday |
11 | Tamil New Year | 14 April 2024 | Sunday |
| Dr.B.R.Ambedkar’s Birthday | 14 April 2024 | Sunday |
12 | Mahaveer Jayanti | 21 April 2024 | Sunday |
13 | May Day | 01 May 2024 | Wednesday |
14 | Bakrid (Idul Azha) | 17 June 2024 | Monday |
15 | Muharram | 17 July 2024 | Wednesday |
16 | Independence Day | 15 August 2024 | Thursday |
17 | Krishna Jayanti | 26 August 2024 | Monday |
18 | Ganesh Chaturthi | 07 September 2024 | Saturday |
19 | Eid e Milad | 16 September 2024 | Monday |
20 | Gandhi Jayanti | 02 October 2024 | Wednesday |
21 | Ayutha Pooja | 11 October 2024 | Friday |
22 | Vijaya Dashami | 12 October 2024 | Saturday |
23 | Deepavali | 31 October 2024 | Thursday |
24 | Christmas Day | 25 December 2024 | Wednesday |
Latest TN Holiday News 2024
Special Holiday Declared in Ariyalur 2024
A special local holiday has been officially announced for all government offices and educational institutions in Ariyalur district on the 25th of April 2024, a Thursday. This holiday is in honor of the sacred Arulmiku Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal temple situated in Ariyalur district and Kallangurichi village, known for its historical significance and cultural importance. As a result of this holiday, the 4th of May 2024, a Saturday, will be designated as a full working day to make up for the holiday observed on the 25th of April 2024, ensuring that the productivity and efficiency of the region are maintained despite the temporary break in routine.
Public Holidays in Tamil Nadu 2025
Holiday | Expected Date | Days |
New Year’s Day | 01 January 2025 | Wednesday |
Pongal | 14 January 2025 | Tuesday |
Thiruvalluvar Day | 15 January 2025 | Wednesday |
Uzhavar Thirunal | 16 January 2025 | Thursday |
Republic Day | 26 January 2025 | Sunday |
Thaipusam | 11 February 2025 | Tuesday |
Telugu New Year | 30 March 2025 | Sunday |
Ramzan (Idul Fitr) | 31 March 2025 | Monday |
Bank Annual Account Closing* | 01 April 2025 | Tuesday |
Mahaveer Jayanthi | 10 April 2025 | Thursday |
Dr. Ambedkar Birthday | 14 April 2025 | Monday |
Tamil New Year | 14 April 2025 | Monday |
Good Friday | 18 April 2025 | Friday |
May Day | 01 May 2025 | Thursday |
Bakrid (Eid al Adha) | 6 June 2025 | Friday |
Muharram | 26 June 2025 | Sunday |
Independence Day | 15 August 2025 | Friday |
Krishna Jayanthi | 16 August 2025 | Saturday |
Ganesh Chaturthi | 27 August 2025 | Wednesday |
Eid e Milad | 04 September 2025 | Thursday |
Gandhi Jayanti | 02 October 2025 | Thursday |
Ayutha Pooja | 01 October 2025 | Wednesday |
Vijaya Dashami | 02 October 2025 | Thursday |
Deepavali | 21 October 2025 | Tuesday |
Christmas Day | 25 December 2024 | Thursday |
Note: The Tamil Nadu Government Holiday List schedule for the year 2025 presented above is derived from the previous year’s holiday arrangements. Please note that the festivals, events, and dates mentioned are subject to change. The official Tamil Nadu holiday calendar for 2025 will be revised and published upon the formal announcement by the Tamil Nadu government.
Central Govt Offices Holidays in Tamil Nadu 2025
The annual list of holidays for Central government offices situated in Tamil Nadu is determined by the CGEWCC (Central Government Employees Welfare Coordination Committee) and is announced each year. The secretary of CGEWCC, along with committee members, establishes the holiday schedule for Central government offices in adherence to DoPT regulations, which is then published annually in November.
Post Office Holidays in Tamil Nadu 2025
Post Offices in Tamil Nadu adhere to the list of holidays outlined by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT). It is important to note that Post Offices are operational on Saturdays. Furthermore, their working hours may differ from those of Central Government administrative offices. It is also worth mentioning that Industrial Organizations like the Heavy Vehicles Factory and OCF operate in accordance with their respective industrial regulations.
Bank Holidays in Tamil Nadu 2025
In Tamil Nadu, the holiday schedule for Public Sector, Private, and Cooperative banks is released annually by their respective Head Offices. Generally, banks in Tamil Nadu adhere to the public holidays declared by the Tamil Nadu Government. Occasionally, variations in holidays may occur due to significant local festivals or other special events. Additionally, all banks observe holidays on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays as well as on Sundays.