NSE Holidays 2026

NSE Holidays 2026

NSE holidays are days when trading on the National Stock Exchange is closed for equity, derivatives, or currency, often due to national or religious events. Some are settlement holidays only.

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The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has released its list of trading holidays for 2026. These holidays are important for traders and investors to plan their strategies, manage settlements, and handle expiry dates. In 2026, the NSE will observe 15 full trading holidays due to national and religious festivals. These holidays apply to the Equity, Equity Derivatives, and Currency Derivatives segments. Knowing the holiday calendar helps market participants stay prepared and avoid disruptions in trading activities.
 

List of NSE Holidays 2026: Equity, Derivatives, and SLB Segments

Below is the NSE holidays list for the year 2026:

DateDay of the WeekHoliday
January 15, 2026ThursdayMunicipal Corporation Election - Maharashtra
January 26, 2026MondayRepublic Day
March 03, 2026TuesdayHoli
March 26, 2026ThursdayShri Ram Navami
March 31, 2026TuesdayShri Mahavir Jayanti
April 03, 2026FridayGood Friday
April 14, 2026TuesdayDr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti
May 01, 2026FridayMaharashtra Day
May 28, 2026ThursdayBakri Id
June 26, 2026FridayMuharram
September 14, 2026MondayGanesh Chaturthi
October 02, 2026FridayMahatma Gandhi Jayanti
October 20, 2026TuesdayDussehra
November 10, 2026TuesdayDiwali-Balipratipada
November 24, 2026TuesdayPrakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas


 

NSE holidays falling on Saturday / Sunday

Here is the NSE holidays list that fall on Saturday and Sunday.


 

DateDayHoliday
February 15, 2026SundayMahashivratri
March 21, 2026SaturdayId-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid)
August 15, 2026SaturdayIndependence Day
November 08, 2026SundayDiwali Laxmi Pujan

NSE Holidays 2026 for the Commodity Derivatives Segment 

Here are the NSE holidays for the Commodity Derivatives Segment in the calendar year 2026:

DateDayDescription

Morning Session

(9 AM to 5 PM)

Evening Session

(5 PM to

11:30/11:55 PM)

January 01, 2026ThursdayNew yearOpenClosed
January 15, 2026ThursdayMunicipal Corporation Election - MaharashtraClosedOpen
January 26, 2026MondayRepublic DayClosedClosed
March 03, 2026TuesdayHoliClosedOpen
March 26, 2026ThursdayShri Ram NavamiClosedOpen
March 31, 2026TuesdayShri Mahavir JayantiClosedOpen
April 03, 2026FridayGood FridayClosedClosed
April 14, 2026TuesdayDr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar JayantiClosedOpen
May 01, 2026FridayMaharashtra DayClosedOpen
May 28, 2026ThursdayBakri IdClosedOpen
June 26, 2026FridayMuharramClosedOpen
September 14, 2026MondayGanesh ChaturthiClosedOpen
October 02, 2026FridayMahatma Gandhi JayantiClosedClosed
October 20, 2026TuesdayDussehraClosedOpen
November 10, 2026TuesdayDiwali-BalipratipadaClosedOpen
November 24, 2026TuesdayPrakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak DevClosedOpen

NSE Timings 2026 

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) conducts trading in the equities segment on all weekdays, except Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays declared by the exchange. For investors and traders, being aware of the exact market timings is essential to plan and execute trades effectively. The trading schedule is divided into the following sessions:

Pre-Open Session

  • 09:00 AM to 09:08 AM*
  • Includes a randomly timed closure in the final minute
  • Followed by an order matching and confirmation phase

Regular Trading Session

  • 09:15 AM to 03:30 PM

Closing Session

  • 03:40 PM to 04:00 PM
  • Used for calculating and confirming the day’s closing price

Block Deal Session

  • Morning Window: 08:45 AM to 09:00 AM
  • Afternoon Window: 02:05 PM to 02:20 PM
     

Muhurat trading

Muhurat trading is a one-hour auspicious stock market trading session that is held on Diwali, one of India's most popular festivals. This year, Muhurat Trading will be held on November 08, 2026 (Sunday). Timings for Muhurat Trading will be notified by the exchange subsequently.

Muhurat trading is a popular tradition among traders and investors in India. It is believed that trading during this auspicious time brings good luck and prosperity.


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Frequently Asked Questions

NSE Holidays 2026

What is a settlement holiday on the NSE?

A settlement holiday on the NSE (National Stock Exchange) is a day when the clearing and settlement of trades do not occur, even though trading may take place. This means that any securities bought or sold on such a day will have their settlement delayed by a day. It typically aligns with bank holidays or specific exchange-declared days.

Will the share market open on 1st January 2026?

Yes, the share market will remain open on 1st January 2026 for the Equity Segment, Equity Derivative Segment, and SLB Segment. However, the Commodity Derivatives Segment will be closed on this day in observance of the New Year.

What is the total number of trading holidays in 2026?

In 2026, the NSE and BSE are expected to have 14 holidays and 4 weekend holidays.

When will be the Muhurat trading in 2026?

The special Muhurat trading session is scheduled for Sunday, November 8, 2026. Details regarding the trading hours will be released in due course.

What if a holiday falls on the weekly expiry of equity options contracts?

If a weekly contract’s expiration day falls on a holiday, the NSE (National Stock Exchange) is required to move the expiration to the working day before the holiday.

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