📌 Table of Contents
- NSE & BSE Trading Holidays 2026
- Settlement Holidays 2026
- MCX Trading Holidays 2026
- Holidays Falling on Saturday & Sunday
- What Is a Settlement Holiday?
- Why This Holiday Calendar Matters
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Stock Market Holiday Calendar 2026 – NSE, BSE & MCX (India)
Planning your trading and investment activities in advance is important for every stock market participant. Below is the complete and updated stock market holiday calendar for 2026, covering NSE (National Stock Exchange), BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange), and MCX (Multi-Commodity Exchange).
📅 NSE & BSE Trading Holidays 2026
On the following days, equity, equity derivatives, SLB, and currency markets will remain closed on NSE and BSE.
| Day | Date | Holiday | Exchange |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 26 January 2026 | Republic Day | NSE, BSE, MCX |
| Tuesday | 03 March 2026 | Holi | NSE, BSE |
| Thursday | 26 March 2026 | Shri Ram Navami | NSE, BSE |
| Tuesday | 31 March 2026 | Shri Mahavir Jayanti | NSE, BSE |
| Friday | 03 April 2026 | Good Friday | NSE, BSE, MCX |
| Tuesday | 14 April 2026 | Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Jayanti | NSE, BSE |
| Friday | 01 May 2026 | Maharashtra Day | NSE, BSE |
| Thursday | 28 May 2026 | Bakri Eid | NSE, BSE |
| Friday | 26 June 2026 | Moharram | NSE, BSE |
| Monday | 14 September 2026 | Ganesh Chaturthi | NSE, BSE |
| Friday | 02 October 2026 | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | NSE, BSE, MCX |
| Tuesday | 20 October 2026 | Dussehra | NSE, BSE |
| Tuesday | 10 November 2026 | Diwali – Balipratipada | NSE, BSE |
| Tuesday | 24 November 2026 | Guru Nanak Jayanti | NSE, BSE |
| Friday | 25 December 2026 | Christmas | NSE, BSE, MCX |
🧾 Settlement Holidays 2026
Settlement holidays mean trading may happen, but clearing and settlement of funds or securities will not take place.
| Day | Date | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday | 19 February 2026 | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti |
| Wednesday | 01 April 2026 | Annual Bank Closing |
| Thursday | 27 August 2026 | Id-E-Milad |
🪙 MCX Trading Holidays 2026
| Day | Date | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 26 January 2026 | Republic Day |
| Friday | 03 April 2026 | Good Friday |
| Saturday | 15 August 2026 | Independence Day |
| Friday | 02 October 2026 | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| Sunday | 08 November 2026 | Diwali – Laxmi Pujan (Muhurat Trading) |
| Friday | 25 December 2026 | Christmas |
📌 Holidays Falling on Saturday & Sunday (2026)
| Day | Date | Holiday | Exchange |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 15 February 2026 | Maha Shivaratri | NSE, BSE |
| Saturday | 21 March 2026 | Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Eid) | NSE, BSE |
| Saturday | 15 August 2026 | Independence Day | NSE, BSE, MCX |
| Sunday | 08 November 2026 | Diwali – Laxmi Pujan | NSE, BSE, MCX |
❓ What Is a Settlement Holiday?
- Trading may be open
- Fund transfer and share settlement are paused
- Pay-in and pay-out processes are delayed
Investors should avoid planning exits or fund withdrawals on settlement holidays.
📈 Why This Holiday Calendar Matters for Traders & Investors
- Helps in trade planning and risk management
- Avoids order rejection and settlement delays
- Useful for options expiry planning
- Important for IPO applications and fund transfers
✅ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Is the stock market closed today in India?
The Indian stock market (NSE and BSE) remains closed only on officially declared trading holidays. On normal weekdays, markets are open from Monday to Friday.
2. How many NSE and BSE holidays are there in 2026?
In 2026, NSE and BSE will observe multiple trading holidays such as Republic Day, Holi, Good Friday, Dussehra, Diwali, and Christmas. Some holidays may fall on weekends.
3. What is a settlement holiday in the stock market?
A settlement holiday is a day when trading may continue, but the settlement of funds and shares does not take place.
4. Are NSE, BSE, and MCX holidays the same?
Not always. NSE and BSE usually share the same trading holidays, while MCX has a slightly different list.
5. Is Muhurat trading available in 2026?
Yes, Muhurat trading is conducted on Diwali (Laxmi Pujan day). The exact timing is announced closer to Diwali.
6. Why should traders track stock market holidays?
Tracking holidays helps avoid order rejections, plan options strategies, manage settlements, and ensure smooth fund transfers.
