Tamil Nadu, a state known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse festivals, observes numerous public holidays throughout the year. These holidays reflect a blend of religious, cultural, and national significance. From the vibrant celebrations of Pongal to important national observances like Republic Day and Independence Day, Tamil Nadu’s public holidays offer a glimpse into the state’s traditions and values. The 2025 holiday calendar provides a break for people to engage in family gatherings, cultural festivities, and religious rituals. Below is the complete list of Tamil Nadu’s public holidays for 2025.
Tamil Nadu Public Holidays 2025
| Date | Day | Public Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wednesday | New Year’s Day |
| 14 Jan | Tuesday | Pongal |
| 15 Jan | Wednesday | Thiruvalluvar Day |
| 16 Jan | Thursday | Uzhavar Thirunal |
| 26 Jan | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 11 Feb | Tuesday | Thai Poosam |
| 30 Mar | Sunday | Telugu New Year’s Day |
| 31 Mar | Monday | Ramzan Idu’l Fitr |
| 1 Apr | Tuesday | *Annual closing of Accounts for Commercial Banks & Co-operative Banks |
| 10 Apr | Thursday | Mahaveer Jayanti |
| 14 Apr | Monday | Tamil New Year’s Day / Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s Birthday |
| 18 Apr | Friday | Good Friday |
| 1 May | Thursday | May Day |
| 7 Jun | Saturday | Bakrid (Idul Azha) |
| 6 Jul | Sunday | Muharram |
| 15 Aug | Friday | Independence Day |
| 16 Aug | Saturday | Krishna Jayanthi |
| 27 Aug | Wednesday | Vinayakar Chathurthi |
| 5 Sep | Friday | Milad-un-Nabi |
| 1 Oct | Wednesday | Ayutha Pooja |
| 2 Oct | Thursday | Vijaya Dashami |
| 2 Oct | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 21 Oct | Monday | Deepavali |
| 25 Dec | Thursday | Christmas |
NOTE: *Applicable only to Commercial Banks and Co-operative Banks in Tamil nadu.