The Indian Stock Exchange, National Stock Exchange (NSE), and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) have published a list of NSE Holidays 2026 for the stock markets in 2026. If you are investing/trading in the stock market then you must know about the Indian Stock Market Holiday. The stock market is open from Monday to Friday, but sometimes there are some weeks that have a lot of holidays that affect the trading days.
Here we are presenting the list of BSE and NSE Holidays 2026. which is except Saturday and Sunday. The stock market will be closed these days. The regular timings for NSE and BSE are from 9.15 AM IST to 3.30 PM IST in 2026.
Stock Market Timings: (Regular Days)
- Opening Time: 09:15 AM IST
- Closing Time: 3:30 PM IST
There are 3 holidays on Sunday & 1 holidays on Saturday in the 2026 list of the Indian stock market this year. In the list of maximum BSE and NSE holidays 2026, there are 1 holidays on Tuesday and 4 holiday on Wednesday, and other holidays are declared as 2 on Monday, 4 on Thursday, and 3 on Friday. Altogether 14 holidays are declared in the list of 2026.
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As per the list posted on the BSE/NSE website, there are a total of 14 trade holidays in 2026. Apart from Saturday and Sunday, these are the days when there will be no business in 2026. Here is the complete list of business holidays in 2026 except Saturday and Sunday which are business holidays by default. Also, in the second list, information about the holidays falling on Saturday and Sunday has been given.
The stock exchanges can change any holiday given in the list and any such change will be notified through a separate circular issued in advance.
NSE Holidays 2026 Calendar :
| S.No | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15-Jan-2026 | Thursday | Municipal Corporation Election – Maharashtra |
| 2 | 26-Jan-2026 | Monday | Republic Day |
| 3 | 03-Mar-2026 | Tuesday | Holi |
| 4 | 26-Mar-2026 | Thursday | Shri Ram Navami |
| 5 | 31-Mar-2026 | Tuesday | Shri Mahavir Jayanti |
| 6 | 03-Apr-2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 7 | 14-Apr-2026 | Tuesday | Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti |
| 8 | 01-May-2026 | Friday | Maharashtra Day |
| 9 | 28-May-2026 | Thursday | Bakri Id |
| 10 | 26-Jun-2026 | Friday | Muharram |
| 11 | 14-Sep-2026 | Monday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 12 | 02-Oct-2026 | Friday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| 13 | 20-Oct-2026 | Tuesday | Dussehra |
| 14 | 10-Nov-2026 | Tuesday | Diwali – Balipratipada |
| 15 | 24-Nov-2026 | Tuesday | Prakash Gurpurab Sri Guru Nanak Dev |
| 16 | 25-Dec-2026 | Friday | Christmas |
BSE & NSE Holidays 2026 on Saturdays & Sundays :
| S.No | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15-Feb-2026 | Sunday | Mahashivratri |
| 2 | 21-Mar-2026 | Saturday | Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid) |
| 3 | 15-Aug-2026 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| 4 | 08-Nov-2026 | Sunday | Diwali Laxmi Pujan |
Key Points to Remember :
- Pre-Market Sessions: On some holidays, the exchanges may conduct special pre-market sessions to test disaster recovery systems. However, regular trading does not take place on these days.
- Regional Holidays: While NSE and BSE observe national holidays, regional holidays (e.g., Pongal in Tamil Nadu or Onam in Kerala) are not observed by the exchanges.
- Weekend Holidays: Saturdays and Sundays are regular holidays for both NSE and BSE, and no trading occurs on these days.
- Impact on Trading: Traders and investors should plan their positions and settlements around these holidays to avoid any inconvenience.
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Why Are Stock Market Holidays Important?
Stock market holidays serve multiple purposes:
- Operational Maintenance: Exchanges use these days to perform system upgrades and maintenance.
- Cultural Significance: Holidays reflect India’s diverse cultural and religious fabric.
- Work-Life Balance: They provide a break for market participants, including brokers, traders, and exchange employees.
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