New Year 2026: What’s open and what’s closed on January 1? check complete details here

Central government officies remains mostly open, as January 1 is a restricted holiday. Representational Pic

While New Year's Day is a public holiday in the United States, it is not a gazetted national holiday in India. Instead, the Indian government has classified January 1 as a Restricted Holiday (a paid day off for employees to celebrate).

It also means that most offices, banks and businesses will function normally across the country. However, some government offices, educational institutions and private establishments may remain closed or operate with reduced staff in select states, depending on local decisions.

As the New Year 2026 eve approaches, several offices and services usually remain open or closed during the holidays, here's a complete guide on what services will remain open and which will remain closed on January 1, 2026.

Here's what will be open in Mumbai and India on January 1, 2026.

Central government offices: Mostly open, as January 1 is a restricted holiday

Banks: Most bank branches in Mumbai and Maharashtra are open

Stock markets: BSE and NSE remain open for regular trading

Retail shops and malls: Open; many offer New Year sales

Restaurants and cafes: Open, often with extended hours

Public transport: BEST buses, local trains, metro and taxis operate

Emergency services: Hospitals, police and ambulances function normally

Private offices: Open, subject to company policy

Tourist attractions: Remain open

What's closed or partially closed on January 1

Banks in select states: Physical branches remain closed in states such as West Bengal, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Meghalaya due to local holidays

Digital banking services (UPI, ATMs, mobile banking) remain fully operational nationwide, according to reports.

Government offices: Some state government offices may be closed or operate with reduced staff

Postal services: Select post offices may function on limited schedules

Courts: The Supreme Court of India remains closed for winter holidays from December 22, 2025, to January 1, 2026

Bottom line for Mumbai

For Mumbai residents, January 1, 2026, will largely be a normal working day, with banks, markets, transport, restaurants and stock markets operating as usual, making it easier to balance celebrations with daily routines.

Metro Line-3 to run overnight on New Year's eve

Commuters in Mumbai can look forward to uninterrupted metro services this New Year as the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC) announces that Metro Line-3 (Aqua Line) will operate throughout the night on January 1, 2026.

The special night service will begin at 10:30 pm on December 31 and continue until 5:55 am on January 1, ensuring safe and convenient travel for those celebrating New Year's Eve. Regular services will resume from 5:55 am onwards.