{"id":30608,"date":"2022-01-11T10:17:42","date_gmt":"2022-01-11T04:47:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mysarkarinaukri.com\/info\/?p=24659"},"modified":"2026-01-18T03:41:53","modified_gmt":"2026-01-18T03:41:53","slug":"andaman-nicobar-islands-government-holiday-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mysarkarinaukri.com\/en\/andaman-nicobar-islands-government-holiday-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Andaman and Nicobar Islands Government Holiday List 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Andaman and Nicobar Islands Government Holiday 2026:<\/strong> The holiday calendar for the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a vibrant reflection of its diverse population, bringing together festivals from across India. Check here the complete list of public, gazetted, and restricted holidays in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands for 2026. The UT Administration has officially notified 16 Gazetted holidays<\/strong> and a comprehensive list of restricted holidays for the calendar year 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Andaman and Nicobar<\/a> Islands, located at the juncture of the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea, are a stunning archipelago of 572 islands. Known for their pristine beaches, coral reefs, and historical landmarks like the Cellular Jail, the islands are home to a unique blend of ethnic communities. Sri Vijaya Puram (formerly Port Blair) serves as the administrative headquarters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Andaman and Nicobar Islands Government Holiday List 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The following days are declared as Public (Gazetted) holidays for the year 2026 in the Union Territory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list is based on the official notification (No. 90\/2025\/F. No. M-13\/18\/2022-GA-Section-Sectt<\/strong>) issued by the Andaman and Nicobar Administration. It highlights the unique cultural mix of the islands, featuring holidays like First Flag Hoisting by Netaji<\/strong> and Bengali New Year<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Andaman & Nicobar Govt Public Holiday List 2026 (Gazetted)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Date<\/strong><\/td>Day<\/strong><\/td>Name of the Holiday<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
Jan 26<\/strong><\/td>Monday<\/td>Republic Day<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Mar 4<\/strong><\/td>Wednesday<\/td>Holi<\/td><\/tr>
Mar 21<\/strong><\/td>Saturday<\/td>Eid-ul-Fitr*<\/td><\/tr>
Mar 26<\/strong><\/td>Thursday<\/td>Ram Navami<\/td><\/tr>
Apr 3<\/strong><\/td>Friday<\/td>Good Friday<\/td><\/tr>
May 1<\/strong><\/td>Friday<\/td>Buddha Purnima<\/td><\/tr>
May 27<\/strong><\/td>Wednesday<\/td>Eid-ul-Zuha (Bakrid)*<\/td><\/tr>
Jun 26<\/strong><\/td>Friday<\/td>Muharram*<\/td><\/tr>
Aug 15<\/strong><\/td>Saturday<\/td>Independence Day<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Aug 26<\/strong><\/td>Wednesday<\/td>Milad-un-Nabi (Prophet’s Birthday)* \/ Onam<\/td><\/tr>
Oct 2<\/strong><\/td>Friday<\/td>Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Oct 20<\/strong><\/td>Tuesday<\/td>Dussehra (Vijay Dashami)<\/td><\/tr>
Nov 8<\/strong><\/td>Sunday<\/td>Diwali (Deepavali)<\/td><\/tr>
Nov 24<\/strong><\/td>Tuesday<\/td>Guru Nanak’s Birthday<\/td><\/tr>
Dec 25<\/strong><\/td>Friday<\/td>Christmas Day<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

*Note: Muslim festivals are subject to the sighting of the moon.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Andaman & Nicobar Restricted (Optional) Holiday List 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Employees can choose up to two<\/strong> restricted holidays from the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n