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NSE vs BSE — Trading Hours & Comparison
Both operate 9:15 AM – 3:30 PM IST, Mon–Fri. Here's everything else you need to know.
Hours Comparison
| Feature | 🟣 NSE | 🟠 BSE |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | National Stock Exchange | Bombay Stock Exchange |
| Founded | 1992 | 1875 |
| Benchmark Index | Nifty 50 | Sensex 30 |
| Regular Open (IST) | 9:15 AM IST | 9:15 AM IST |
| Regular Close (IST) | 3:30 PM IST | 3:30 PM IST |
| Pre-Open Session | 9:00 AM IST – 9:15 AM IST | 9:00 AM IST – 9:15 AM IST |
| Trading Days | Mon – Fri | Mon – Fri |
| Settlement Cycle | T+1 | T+1 |
| Currency | INR | INR |
| MIC Code | XNSE | XBOM |
Pre-Open Session Breakdown
Both NSE and BSE run a pre-open call auction from 9:00 AM IST. Orders placed during the pre-open session are matched at the opening price determined by supply & demand aggregation.
9:00 AM ISTOrder Entry opens
9:08 AM ISTOrder Matching
9:12 AM ISTBuffer / No-Entry
9:15 AM ISTRegular Session Starts
Holiday Calendar
NSE and BSE follow the same SEBI-mandated holiday calendar. Both are closed on the same dates throughout the year. View the full lists on their individual pages: