Assam Public Holidays 2025: Complete Guide to Gazetted & Restricted Holidays
📅 Published: JULY 2025
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Planning your year ahead? Whether you're scheduling family gatherings, business meetings, or simply want to make the most of your time off, having a comprehensive list of Assam's public holidays is essential. This detailed guide covers all the gazetted and restricted holidays for 2025, helping you plan your calendar effectively.
Assam's rich cultural tapestry is beautifully reflected in its diverse holiday calendar, featuring festivals from various communities including Assamese, Bodo, Karbi, Mising, Dimasa, and many other ethnic groups that call this northeastern state home.
Understanding Holiday Types in Assam
Gazetted Holidays: These are mandatory holidays when all government offices, banks, schools, and most private institutions remain closed. Everyone gets the day off.
Restricted Holidays: Government employees can choose 2-3 holidays from this list per year based on their personal preferences and religious observances. Private institutions may or may not observe these.
🟢 Gazetted Holiday
🟡 Restricted Holiday
Restricted
January 1, 2025 (Wednesday)
New Year's Day
Beginning of Gregorian Calendar Year
Restricted
January 5, 2025 (Sunday)
Rongker Karkli
Karbi Traditional Festival
Restricted
January 13, 2025 (Monday)
Uruka of Magh Bihu
Eve of Magh Bihu
Gazetted
January 14, 2025 (Tuesday)
Magh Bihu & Tusu
Assamese Harvest Festival
Gazetted
January 15, 2025 (Wednesday)
Puja
Religious Observance
Restricted
January 17, 2025 (Friday)
Silpi Divas
Artisan's Day
Gazetted
January 23, 2025 (Thursday)
Netaji's Birthday
Birth Anniversary of Subhas Chandra Bose
Gazetted
January 26, 2025 (Sunday)
Republic Day
Constitution Day of India
Restricted
January 27, 2025 (Monday)
Busu Dima Festival
Dimasa Traditional New Year
Gazetted
January 28, 2025 (Tuesday)
Gwthar Bathou San
Bodo Traditional Festival
Gazetted
January 31, 2025 (Friday)
Me-Dam-Me-Phi
Ahom Ancestor Worship Festival
Gazetted
February 12, 2025 (Wednesday)
Bir Chilaray Divas
Birth Anniversary of Bir Chilaray
Restricted
February 14, 2025 (Friday)
Shab-E-Barat
Night of Forgiveness (Islamic)
Restricted
February 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
Karbi-DehalKachir Dom
Karbi Traditional Festival
Restricted
February 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
Ali-Aye-Ligang
Mising Traditional Festival
Restricted
February 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Shivratri
Great Night of Lord Shiva
Restricted
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
Khring Khring Baithow Puja
Traditional Bodo Festival
Gazetted
March 14, 2025 (Friday)
Dol Jatra
Festival of Colors (Holi)
Restricted
March 28, 2025 (Friday)
Lailatur Qadar
Night of Power (Islamic)
Gazetted
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Id-Ul-Fitre
End of Ramadan
Restricted
April 10, 2025 (Thursday)
Mahavir Jayanti
Birth Anniversary of Lord Mahavir
Gazetted
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Bohag Bihu (Pre)
Assamese New Year Preparation
Gazetted
April 15, 2025 (Tuesday)
Bohag Bihu
Assamese New Year
Gazetted
April 16, 2025 (Wednesday)
Bohag Bihu (Post)
Assamese New Year Celebration
Restricted
April 16, 2025 (Wednesday)
Deuri Bihu
Deuri Community New Year
Gazetted
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
Good Friday
Crucifixion of Jesus Christ
Restricted
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma's Birthday
Birth Anniversary of Bodo Religious Leader
Restricted
April 19, 2025 (Saturday)
Easter Saturday
Day Before Easter Sunday
Gazetted
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
Sati Sadhani Divas
Commemoration of Sati Sadhani
Gazetted
April 28, 2025 (Monday)
Tithi of Damodar Dev
Birth Anniversary of Saint Damodar Dev
Gazetted
May 1, 2025 (Thursday)
May Day
International Workers' Day
Restricted
May 2, 2025 (Friday)
Tithi of Gopal Dev
Birth Anniversary of Saint Gopal Dev
Gazetted
May 12, 2025 (Monday)
Buddha Purnima
Birth of Lord Buddha
Restricted
May 12, 2025 (Monday)
Sati Radhika Utsav
Commemoration of Sati Radhika
Restricted
May 24, 2025 (Saturday)
Swargodeo Sarbananda Singh Divas
Birth Anniversary of Ahom King
Restricted
May 26, 2025 (Monday)
Tithi of Hari Dev
Birth Anniversary of Saint Hari Dev
Restricted
June 3, 2025 (Tuesday)
Birthday of Sri Sri Krishnaguru
Birth Anniversary of Religious Leader
Gazetted
June 7, 2025 (Saturday)
Id-ul-Zuha
Festival of Sacrifice
Restricted
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
Baikhowa Festival
Traditional Assamese Festival
Gazetted
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
Janmotsav of Sri Sri Madhabdeva
Birth Anniversary of Saint Madhabdeva
Restricted
June 20, 2025 (Friday)
Death Anniversary of Bishnu Prasad Rabha
Commemoration of Cultural Icon
Restricted
June 30, 2025 (Monday)
Hul Divas
Santhal Rebellion Commemoration
Restricted
July 13, 2025 (Sunday)
Birthday of Bhanu Bhakta Acharya
Birth Anniversary of Nepali Poet
Restricted
August 13, 2025 (Wednesday)
Death Anniversary of Bir Tikendrajit
Commemoration of Manipuri Hero
Gazetted
August 15, 2025 (Friday)
Independence Day
India's Independence from British Rule
Gazetted
August 25, 2025 (Monday)
Tirubhav Tithi of Srimanta Sankardeva
Birth Anniversary of Saint Sankardeva
Restricted
August 28, 2025 (Thursday)
Nau Khai Festival
Odia Harvest Festival
Gazetted
September 3, 2025 (Wednesday)
Karam Puja
Tribal Festival of Nature Worship
Restricted
September 5, 2025 (Friday)
Fateha-e-Dwaz-Daham
Islamic Religious Observance
Gazetted
September 12, 2025 (Friday)
Tirubhav Tithi of Sri Sri Madhabdeva
Birth Anniversary of Saint Madhabdeva
Gazetted
September 14, 2025 (Sunday)
Janmastomi
Birth of Lord Krishna
Restricted
September 16, 2025 (Tuesday)
Birthday of Sri Sri Thakur Anukul Chandra
Birth Anniversary of Religious Leader
Gazetted
September 29, 2025 (Monday)
Durga Puja
Worship of Goddess Durga (Day 1)
Gazetted
September 30, 2025 (Tuesday)
Durga Puja
Worship of Goddess Durga (Day 2)
Gazetted
October 1, 2025 (Wednesday)
Durga Puja
Worship of Goddess Durga (Day 3)
Gazetted
October 2, 2025 (Thursday)
Vijoya Dashomi / Janmotsav of Sri Sri Sankardeva / Gandhi Jayanti
Victory of Good over Evil / Birth of Sankardeva / Gandhi's Birthday
Gazetted
October 18, 2025 (Saturday)
Kati Bihu
Assamese Festival of Lights
Gazetted
October 20, 2025 (Monday)
Kali Puja & Diwali
Worship of Goddess Kali & Festival of Lights
Gazetted
October 23, 2025 (Thursday)
Bhatri Dwitiya
Brother-Sister Festival (Bhai Dooj)
Restricted
October 23, 2025 (Thursday)
Abhibhav Tithi of Sri Sri Bhubaneswar Sadhu Thakur
Birth Anniversary of Religious Leader
Gazetted
October 28, 2025 (Tuesday)
Chhat Puja
Sun Worship Festival
Restricted
November 1, 2025 (Saturday)
Kuki Chavang Kut
Kuki Traditional Harvest Festival
Gazetted
November 5, 2025 (Wednesday)
Guru Nanak's Birthday
Birth Anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev
Restricted
November 7, 2025 (Friday)
Wangala Festival
Garo Traditional Harvest Festival
Restricted
November 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
Bir Raghav Moran Divas
Birth Anniversary of Moran Hero
Gazetted
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Lachit Divas
Birth Anniversary of Lachit Borphukan
Restricted
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Death Anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji
Martyrdom of Ninth Sikh Guru
Gazetted
December 2, 2025 (Tuesday)
Asom Divas (Su-ka-Pha Divas)
Assam Day - Commemoration of Ahom Dynasty Founder
Restricted
December 3, 2025 (Wednesday)
Gaan Ngai
Zeliangrong Traditional Festival
Restricted
December 5, 2025 (Friday)
Sikpui Ruoi (Hmar Harvest Festival)
Hmar Traditional Harvest Festival
Restricted
December 10, 2025 (Wednesday)
Martyr's Day
Commemoration of Martyrs
Restricted
December 24, 2025 (Wednesday)
Christmas Eve
Eve of Christmas Day
Gazetted
December 25, 2025 (Thursday)
Christmas Day
Birth of Jesus Christ
📋 Important Guidelines & Notes
- Gazetted Holidays: All government offices, banks, schools, and most private institutions remain closed on these days. These are mandatory holidays for all.
- Restricted Holidays: Government employees can choose 2-3 holidays from this list per year based on their personal preferences and religious observances. Private institutions may or may not observe these.
- Lunar Calendar Festivals: Dates for festivals based on the lunar calendar (such as Eid, Durga Puja, and other religious observances) are tentative and may vary by 1-2 days depending on moon sighting.
- Regional Variations: Some districts within Assam may observe additional local festivals or have slight variations in dates based on local customs and traditions.
- Official Confirmation: Always verify dates with the latest government notification or official gazette before making important plans, as dates can sometimes be adjusted.
- Weekend Adjustments: If a gazetted holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday may be declared a compensatory holiday by government notification.
- Cultural Significance: This calendar reflects Assam's incredible diversity, featuring Hindu, Islamic, Christian, Buddhist, Sikh, tribal, and uniquely Assamese celebrations.
- Planning Tip: For business planning, consider both gazetted and major restricted holidays as they can affect operations, especially in areas with significant populations observing specific festivals.
🎯 Quick Planning Tips
For Families: Mark the gazetted holidays for sure family time and consider restricted holidays that align with your cultural background.
For Businesses: Plan major launches and important meetings around gazetted holidays, and be mindful of restricted holidays that might affect your team or customers.
For Travelers: Book accommodations early around major festival periods like Bihu, Durga Puja, and Diwali as these are peak travel times in Assam.
This comprehensive guide to Assam's public holidays for 2025 showcases the state's rich cultural heritage and diverse community celebrations. From the joyous Bihu festivals that mark the Assamese calendar to the various tribal celebrations that honor nature and ancestors, each holiday tells a story of Assam's vibrant traditions.
Whether you're a resident planning your year, a business scheduling operations, or a visitor wanting to experience Assam's cultural richness, this calendar serves as your complete reference guide. Remember to stay updated with official notifications for any last-minute changes, and embrace the opportunity to learn about and participate in the beautiful traditions that make Assam truly unique.
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