Indian Share Market Holidays 2026 — NSE, BSE And MCX
Trading in the Indian stock market is conducted on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), and Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX). To help you trade smarter, we have compiled the official Indian share market holiday calendar for 2026.
Knowing these holidays in advance is crucial for managing your positions, planning settlements, and avoiding unexpected trading gaps.
Quick Links to Exchange Holidays
NSE Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Occasion | Open/Close |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-26 | Monday | Republic Day | Closed |
| 2026-03-03 | Tuesday | Holi | Closed |
| 2026-03-26 | Thursday | Shri Ram Navami | Closed |
| 2026-03-31 | Tuesday | Shri Mahavir Jayanti | Closed |
| 2026-04-03 | Friday | Good Friday | Closed |
| 2026-04-14 | Tuesday | Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti | Closed |
| 2026-05-01 | Friday | Maharashtra Day | Closed |
| 2026-05-28 | Thursday | Bakri Id | Closed |
| 2026-06-26 | Friday | Muharram | Closed |
| 2026-09-14 | Monday | Ganesh Chaturthi | Closed |
| 2026-10-02 | Friday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | Closed |
| 2026-10-20 | Tuesday | Dussehra | Closed |
| 2026-11-10 | Tuesday | Diwali - Balipratipada | Closed |
| 2026-11-24 | Tuesday | Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev | Closed |
| 2026-12-25 | Friday | Christmas | Closed |
| 2026-02-15 | Sunday | Mahashivratri | Closed (Weekend) |
| 2026-03-21 | Saturday | Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid) | Closed (Weekend) |
| 2026-08-15 | Saturday | Independence Day | Closed (Weekend) |
| 2026-11-08 | Sunday | Diwali Laxmi Pujan (Muhurat Trading) | Muhurat Session Only |
Why Do Market Holidays Matter?
For active traders and long-term investors alike, tracking market holidays is vital for:
Settlement Schedules
Stock deliveries and fund transfers are delayed on bank and exchange holidays.
F&O Expiry
Equity and commodity derivatives expiry dates may shift if the scheduled day is a holiday.
Risk Management
Global events can impact prices while the Indian market is closed, leading to gaps.
Muhurat Trading
A special session on Diwali that serves as a unique investment opportunity.
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