NSE & BSE Market Holidays 2026
Complete trading holiday list for the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) — 15 holidays in 2026.
| # | Date | Day | Holiday | Exchange | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 Jan 2026 | Monday | Republic Day | NSE + BSE | 81d ago |
| 2 | 19 Feb 2026 | Thursday | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti | NSE + BSE | 57d ago |
| 3 | 31 Mar 2026 | Tuesday | Id-Ul-Fitr (Eid) | NSE + BSE | 17d ago |
| 4 | 2 Apr 2026 | Thursday | Ram Navami | NSE + BSE | 15d ago |
| 5 | 10 Apr 2026 | Friday | Good Friday | NSE + BSE | 7d ago |
| 6 | 14 Apr 2026 | Tuesday | Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti | NSE + BSE | 3d ago |
| 7 | 1 May 2026 | Friday | Maharashtra Day | NSE + BSE | 14d away |
| 8 | 27 Jun 2026 | Saturday | Id-Ul-Adha (Bakri Id) | NSE + BSE | 71d away |
| 9 | 15 Aug 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day | NSE + BSE | 120d away |
| 10 | 27 Aug 2026 | Thursday | Ganesh Chaturthi | NSE + BSE | 132d away |
| 11 | 2 Oct 2026 | Friday | Gandhi Jayanti / Dussehra | NSE + BSE | 168d away |
| 12 | 20 Oct 2026 | Tuesday | Diwali Laxmi Pujan (Muhurat Trading) | NSE + BSE | 186d away |
| 13 | 21 Oct 2026 | Wednesday | Diwali Balipratipada | NSE + BSE | 187d away |
| 14 | 5 Nov 2026 | Thursday | Prakash Gurpurb / Guru Nanak Jayanti | NSE + BSE | 202d away |
| 15 | 25 Dec 2026 | Friday | Christmas | NSE + BSE | 252d away |
About NSE & BSE Market Holidays
NSE and BSE trading holidays are officially announced by each exchange at the start of the calendar year, following approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). Both exchanges follow the same equity market holiday calendar.
Muhurat Trading exception: On Diwali Laxmi Pujan, the markets are technically closed for the regular session, but NSE and BSE conduct a special one-hour Muhurat Trading session in the evening — typically around 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM IST. This session is considered highly auspicious and is used for symbolic investments at the start of the new Hindu Samvat year.
Weekend holidays: If a public holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, Indian stock exchanges do not observe a compensatory weekday off. The holiday simply falls on a non-trading day.
Other market segments: Commodity markets (MCX) and currency derivatives segments may follow slightly different holiday lists. Always verify with your broker for the specific segment. The lists above apply to NSE and BSE equity (cash) and F&O segments.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trading holidays are there in India in 2026?
NSE and BSE have 15 trading holidays in 2026. These are announced by the exchanges at the start of each year and approved by SEBI.
Are NSE and BSE holidays the same?
Yes — NSE and BSE follow the same holiday calendar for equity markets. Both exchanges are closed on all listed national and regional holidays.
What happens on Diwali — is the stock market closed?
Indian stock markets are closed on Diwali Laxmi Pujan for regular trading. However, NSE and BSE conduct a special one-hour Muhurat Trading session in the evening, considered auspicious. See our Muhurat Trading page for exact timing.
Do commodity and currency markets have different holidays?
Yes — MCX (commodity) and currency derivatives segments may have slightly different holiday lists. Always verify with your broker for segment-specific closures.
When will the 2027 NSE BSE holiday list be available?
NSE and BSE typically announce the following year's holiday list in October or November. We will publish the 2027 list on our Market Holidays hub page as soon as it's officially announced.