What are NSE Trading Holidays in 2026?

NSE observes approximately 14-15 trading holidays each year for national and religious festivals. The stock market remains closed on Republic Day, Holi, Good Friday, Independence Day, Gandhi Jayanti, Diwali (Laxmi Puja), Christmas and other gazetted holidays. The exact dates vary by year and are announced by NSE in advance.

Does the stock market open on Saturday?

No, the NSE and BSE stock exchanges are closed on all Saturdays and Sundays. In special circumstances, NSE may conduct a Muhurat Trading session on Diwali which could fall on a weekend, but regular trading does not happen on weekends.

What are the NSE market trading hours?

NSE equity market operates Monday to Friday. Pre-open session: 9:00 AM - 9:08 AM IST. Normal market: 9:15 AM - 3:30 PM IST. Closing session: 3:30 PM - 3:40 PM IST. F&O market: 9:15 AM - 3:30 PM IST. Currency derivatives: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM IST.

NSE Trading Holidays 2026

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