Sikkim Public Holidays List 2026
Holidays are spread through different regions, calendars and ethnicities; In Sikkim they play a critical role in shaping workforce planning and operational continuity. Holidays influence attendance, staffing requirements, and employee expectations throughout the year. Many organizations operate from multiple locations and not only from Sikkim which makes managing public holidays difficult, especially when it varies from region to region. Tackling public holidays is essential to ensure fairness, compliance, and consistency, while balancing business needs with employee well-being.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Optional |
| Jan 15 | Thursday | Maghe Sankranti | Regional |
| Jan 19 | Monday | Sonam Lochhar | Optional |
| Jan 26 | Monday | Republic Day | National |
| Feb 18 | Wednesday | Losar | Regional |
| Feb 26 | Thursday | Akhil Sikkim Khas Chettri Bahun Kalyan Sangh's Foundation Day | Regional |
| Mar 3 | Tuesday | Holi | Regional |
| Mar 20 | Friday | Id-Ul-Fitr | Regional |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Regional |
| Apr 14 | Tuesday | Ambedkar Jayanti | Regional |
| May 28 | Thursday | Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) | Regional |
| Jun 4 | Thursday | Saga Dawa | Regional |
| Jun 15 | Monday | Bhanu Jayanti | Regional |
| Jul 9 | Thursday | Guru Purnima | Regional |
| Aug 15 | Saturday | Independence Day | National |
| Aug 17 | Monday | Tizong Lho-Rum-Faat | Regional |
| Aug 26 | Wednesday | Indrajata | Regional |
| Sep 2 | Wednesday | Pang Lhabsol | Regional |
| Sep 4 | Friday | Janmashtami | Regional |
| Sep 18 | Friday | Kagyed Dance | Regional |
| Sep 25 | Friday | Dasain | Regional |
| Sep 26 | Saturday | Dasain | Regional |
| Sep 27 | Sunday | Dasain | Regional |
| Sep 28 | Monday | Dasain | Regional |
| Oct 2 | Friday | Gandhi Jayanti | National |
| Oct 13 | Tuesday | Tihar / Laxmi Puja | Regional |
| Oct 16 | Friday | Bhatri Dwitya | Regional |
| Nov 2 | Monday | All Souls Day | Regional |
| Nov 24 | Tuesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti | Regional |
| Dec 10 | Thursday | Lhabab Dhuechen | Regional |
| Dec 11 | Friday | Tendong Lho-Rum-Faat | Regional |
| Dec 15 | Tuesday | Chasok Tongnam | Regional |
| Dec 16 | Wednesday | Nyengpa Guzom | Regional |
| Dec 23 | Wednesday | Puhgal Parim / Teyongsi Sirijunga Sawan Tongnam | Regional |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas | Regional |
| Dec 28 | Monday | Barahimijong | Regional |
| Dec 30 | Wednesday | Tamu Lochar | Regional |
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Every region, and state, operates differently when it comes to Public Holidays. When we talk about Losar celebrations in Sikkim feel like a grand celebration - people are on leave and enjoying their personal time. All this is bound to bring changes in attendance, increased leave requests, and varied working arrangements which impacts payroll accuracy and leave processes for both employers and employees.
While all of these issues can impact adversely, if enterprises are well-prepared and rely on technology instead of human intervention; it will help in aligning pay cycles, overtime, and statutory requirements without disruption. This not just eases processes for the employer but aids employees while providing clarity on leave entitlements, pay calculations, and timely compensation during a high-expectation period.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Not all state holidays are mandatory for private companies. However, all State holidays that are also National holidays are required to be followed by all Private companies.