Bangladesh Public Holiday Calendar 2027 with Govt. Holidays List
Bangladesh 2027 Public and Government Holiday Calendar and List
The Bangladesh government has approved the public holiday calendar for 2027, allowing government officials and employees to enjoy a total of 29 days of official holidays throughout the year. However, as seven of these holidays fall on weekends, the actual number of additional days off will be 22.
The decision was taken at a Cabinet meeting held at the Secretariat on Monday, November 2, 2026, chaired by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. Cabinet Secretary Nasimul Gani announced the decision while briefing journalists following the meeting.
According to the approved holiday schedule, Bangladesh will observe 15 days of general holidays and 14 days of holidays through executive orders in 2027. The calendar covers national occasions, religious festivals, cultural celebrations and other important events.
Bangladesh Government Holiday List 2027: Key Highlights
The newly approved holiday calendar outlines the following arrangements for government employees and officials:
- Total official holidays: 29 days
- General holidays: 15 days
- Executive order holidays: 14 days
- Holidays falling on weekends: 7 days
- Effective additional holidays: 22 days
- Optional holidays: Up to 3 days per year for religious occasions
The seven holidays coinciding with weekly weekends will reduce the actual number of additional days off from 29 to 22.
15 Days of General Holidays in 2027
According to the Cabinet Secretary, the government has approved 15 days of general holidays for national days and important religious and cultural festivals observed by different communities across Bangladesh.
Of these 15 days, four will coincide with regular weekly holidays. These include two Fridays and two Saturdays.
General holidays are officially recognised nationwide and apply to government offices and institutions under the relevant government holiday policy.
14 Days of Holidays Through Executive Orders
In addition to general holidays, the government has approved 14 days of holidays through executive orders.
These holidays will cover Bengali New Year celebrations and various important religious and cultural festivals throughout 2027.
According to the Cabinet Secretary, three of these 14 holidays will fall on weekends, including one Friday and two Saturdays.
As a result, the combined number of weekend holidays under both categories will be seven days.
Employees to Receive 22 Effective Additional Holidays
Although the government has approved 29 days of official holidays for 2027, government employees will effectively receive 22 additional days off.
This is because seven holidays will overlap with the regular weekly weekends.
The breakdown is as follows:
| Holiday Category | Number of Days |
|---|---|
| General holidays | 15 |
| Executive order holidays | 14 |
| Total official holidays | 29 |
| Holidays coinciding with weekends | 7 |
| Effective additional holidays | 22 |
The approved calendar is expected to help government employees, businesses and the general public plan their annual activities, travel arrangements and family occasions in advance.
Up to Three Optional Holidays for Government Employees
Apart from the 29 officially approved holidays, government employees will also be entitled to optional holidays for religious occasions.
According to the Cabinet Secretary, employees of the Republic may enjoy up to three optional holidays per year in connection with religious festivals.
These optional holidays are subject to the applicable government rules and procedures.
The provision allows employees from different religious communities to observe their respective important religious occasions.
Comparison: Bangladesh Government Holidays in 2026 and 2027
The number of government holidays has also changed slightly compared with the current year.
In 2026, Bangladesh has a total of 28 government holidays, comprising 14 general holidays and 14 holidays through executive orders.
For 2027, the government has increased the number of general holidays to 15 while keeping executive order holidays unchanged at 14 days.
| Holiday Category | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| General holidays | 14 | 15 |
| Executive order holidays | 14 | 14 |
| Total holidays | 28 | 29 |
The newly approved calendar therefore includes one additional official holiday compared with 2026.
Bangladesh 2027 Public Holiday List
Bangladesh BD Public Holiday List 2027
| Date | Day of the Week | Holiday Name |
| January 24, 2027 | Sunday | Shab-e-Barat * |
| February 21, 2027 | Sunday | Shaheed Day & International Mother Language Day |
| March 5, 2027 | Friday | Jumat-ul-Wida * |
| March 7, 2027 | Sunday | Shab-e-Qadr * |
| March 8, 9, 11 & 12, 2027 | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Eid-ul-Fitr (Before & After Eid) * |
| March 10, 2027 | Wednesday | Eid-ul-Fitr (Main Eid Day) * |
| March 26, 2027 | Friday | Independence and National Day |
| April 14, 2027 | Wednesday | Pahela Baishakh (Bengali New Year) |
| May 1, 2027 | Saturday | May Day (International Workers’ Day) |
| May 15, 16, 18, 19 & 20, 2027 | Sat, Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu | Eid-ul-Azha (Before & After Eid) * |
| May 17, 2027 | Monday | Eid-ul-Azha (Main Eid Day) * |
| May 20, 2027 | Thursday | Buddha Purnima (Boishakhi Purnima) * |
| June 15, 2027 | Tuesday | Holy Ashura (10 Muharram) * |
| August 5, 2027 | Thursday | July Mass Uprising Day |
| August 15, 2027 | Sunday | Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi (PBUH) * |
| August 24, 2027 | Tuesday | Shuba Janmashtami |
| October 9, 2027 | Saturday | Durga Puja (Mahanabami — Day 1) |
| October 10, 2027 | Sunday | Durga Puja (Bijoya Dashami — Day 2) |
| November 7, 2027 | Sunday | National Revolution and Solidarity Day |
| December 16, 2027 | Thursday | Victory Day |
| December 25, 2027 | Saturday | Christmas Day |
Bangladesh 2027 Public Holiday Calendar
Bangladesh BD Public Holiday Calendar 2027
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What the 2027 Holiday Calendar Means for Government Employees
The approval of the 2027 holiday calendar provides government employees with an early opportunity to plan their annual leave, family visits, religious celebrations and travel schedules.
With 29 officially recognised holidays, including 15 general holidays and 14 executive order holidays, the calendar offers several opportunities for breaks throughout the year.
However, employees should remember that seven holidays overlap with regular weekly weekends, leaving 22 effective additional holidays.
The government is expected to publish the detailed official holiday notification containing the dates of individual holidays through the relevant authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many government holidays are there in Bangladesh in 2027?
Bangladesh has approved a total of 29 government holidays for 2027, including 15 general holidays and 14 holidays through executive orders.
2. How many effective holidays will government employees get in 2027?
Government employees will effectively receive 22 additional holidays because seven of the 29 holidays fall on regular weekly weekends.
3. How many general holidays are approved for 2027?
The government has approved 15 days of general holidays for 2027.
4. How many executive order holidays are there in 2027?
A total of 14 days of holidays will be observed through executive orders in 2027.
5. How many optional holidays can government employees enjoy?
Government employees may enjoy up to three optional holidays annually for religious occasions, subject to applicable government rules.
6. How many government holidays were there in Bangladesh in 2026?
Bangladesh had 28 government holidays in 2026, comprising 14 general holidays and 14 executive order holidays.
7. When was the 2027 government holiday list approved?
The Cabinet approved the 2027 government holiday calendar at its meeting on November 2, 2026, chaired by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.
Final Words
The approval of Bangladesh’s 2027 government holiday calendar brings the total number of official holidays to 29, one more than the previous year’s 28 days.
Although seven holidays coincide with weekly weekends, government employees will still receive 22 additional days off, apart from their regular weekly holidays.\
Alongside the holiday decision, the Cabinet approved two important draft laws concerning special solar power projects and public procurement reforms. Both proposals are expected to move forward through the parliamentary legislative process.
