Bank Strike September 28-30: What Will Be Closed, What Will Remain Open

Bank customers across India may face disruption in branch-based services as bank unions are set to observe a three-day nationwide strike from September 28 to 30. The United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) has called the strike with demands including implementation of a five-day banking week, changes in pension benefits and other service-related issues.

The strike coincides with the half-yearly financial closing on September 30, potentially affecting several branch-level and internal banking operations. Public sector banks (PSBs) and regional rural banks (RRBs) are expected to be the main institutions affected, while private-sector banks are likely to see comparatively limited disruption. Bank Strike September 28-30: When, Why and What Services Will Be Affected.

Bank Strike September 28-30: What Services May Be Affected?

Customers may not be able to access several services that require physical branch operations or manual processing. These include:

• Cash deposits and withdrawals: Over-the-counter transactions may be unavailable at affected branches.
• Passbook updates: Physical passbook printing could be delayed.
• Cheque processing: Cheque clearing and other physical processing may face delays.
• Demand drafts: Issuance of fresh demand drafts may not be available.
• KYC and account-related work: In-person verification and account updates could be postponed.
• Loan processing: Documentation, verification and other branch-dependent loan work may be delayed.
• Locker services: Access to physical bank lockers may not be available while branches remain closed.
• Half-yearly closing work: Internal banking operations related to the September 30 financial closing may also be affected. Are Banks Open Today, September 27, 2026? Check Status Ahead of 3-Day Bank Strike.

What Banking Services Will Continue During Strike?

The strike is primarily expected to affect physical branch operations. Digital and automated banking facilities are expected to continue.

• UPI payments: Routine UPI transactions are expected to remain available.
• Mobile and internet banking: Customers can use banking apps and online banking platforms for transfers, bill payments and other services.
• ATMs: ATM services are expected to remain operational, although cash availability may vary depending on replenishment.
• Cash deposit machines: Automated cash deposit facilities may continue to operate where available.
• Private banks: Private-sector banks are expected to face less disruption, although customers should check their bank's advisory before visiting a branch.

Why Are Banks Open on Sunday, September 27?

Public sector banks and regional rural banks have been allowed to operate on Sunday, September 27, ahead of the three-day strike. The arrangement is intended to help customers complete urgent banking work before the strike begins.

The move also comes ahead of the September 30 half-yearly financial closing, making the Sunday banking operation particularly significant for customers with pending branch-dependent transactions.

Bank Strike September 28-30: What Should Customers Do?

Customers who need to complete cash-related work, paperwork, KYC updates, locker access, loan documentation or other branch-dependent services should consider visiting their bank on Sunday, September 27, subject to local branch arrangements.

Digital banking services are expected to remain available during the strike, but customers should avoid leaving urgent branch-related work until September 28-30.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 27, 2026 03:48 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).