The NSE (National Stock Exchange) is the largest stock exchange in the country. It currently holds the position of the tenth-largest stock exchange worldwide, boasting a market capitalization exceeding US$ 3.4 trillion.

The NSE is known for its efficient and seamless trading operations.

Situated in Mumbai, the primary stock market of India, the NSE plays a pivotal role in the nation's financial landscape. It operates from Monday to Friday and remains closed on weekends and national holidays.

NSE Holiday 2025:Equity segment, the Equity Derivative segment, and the SLB Segment

Here is the comprehensive list of holidays for the share market in 2025:

S.No.NSE Holiday 2025DateDay
1MahashivratriFebruary 26, 2025Wednesday
2HoliMarch 14, 2025Friday
3Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid)March 31, 2025Monday
4Good FridayShri Mahavir JayantiApril 10, 2025Thursday
5Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar JayantiApril 14, 2025Monday
6Good Friday April 18, 2025 Friday
7Maharashtra DayMay 01, 2025Thursday
8Independence DayAugust 15, 2025Friday
9Ganesh ChaturthiAugust 27, 2025Wednesday
10Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti/DussehraOctober 02, 2025Thursday
11Diwali Laxmi Pujan*October 21, 2025Tuesday
12Diwali-BalipratipadaOctober 22, 2025Wednesday
13Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak DevGurunanak JayantiNovember 05, 2025Wednesday
14ChristmasDecember 25, 2025Thursday

Meanwhile, the following NSE trade holidays fall on weekends this year:

S.No.HolidaysDateDay
1Republic DayJanuary 26, 2025Sunday
2Shri Ram NavamiApril 06, 2025Sunday
3Bakra EidJune 07, 2025Saturday
4MuharramJuly 06, 2025Sunday

Commodity Derivatives Segment

The following are the stock market holidays 2025 (trading holidays) for the Commodity Derivatives Segment for the current year:

S.NOHolidaysDateDay
1New yearJanuary 01, 2025Wednesday
2MahashivratriFebruary 26, 2025Wednesday
3HoliMarch 14, 2025Friday
4Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid)March 31, 2025Monday
5Shri Mahavir JayantiApril 10, 2025Thursday
6Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar JayantiApril 14, 2025Monday
7Good FridayApril 18, 2025Friday
8Maharashtra DayMay 01, 2025Thursday
9Independence DayAugust 15, 2025Friday
10Ganesh ChaturthiAugust 27, 2025Wednesday
11Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti/DussehraOctober 02, 2025Thursday
12Diwali Laxmi Pujan*October 21, 2025Tuesday
13Diwali-BalipratipadaOctober 22, 2025Wednesday
14Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak DevNovember 05, 2025Wednesday
15ChristmasDecember 25, 2025Thursday

Morning session - 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Evening session - 5:00 PM to 11:30/11:55 PM

*5:00 PM to 9:00 PM/9:30 PM for Internationally linked Agricultural commodities

*Muhurat Trading will take place on October 21, 2025. The timings of Muhurat Trading will be notified eventually.

Muhurat Trading

Muhurat Trading is a special and propitious event in the stock market that occurs for a duration of one hour during Diwali, one of India's most cherished festivals. It is regarded as an auspicious time for investors and traders to engage in trading activities. This year, Muhurat Trading is scheduled to take place on October 21, 2025. During this limited timeframe, individuals have the opportunity to make investments and initiate trades, with the belief that it may bring prosperity and good fortune throughout the year. The atmosphere during Muhurat Trading is festive and unique, as market participants embrace the spirit of Diwali while conducting their transactions.

Muhurat Trading SessionCapital Market (in hours)
Block Deal Session5.45 PM to 6.00 PM
Pre-Open Market6.00 PM to 6.08 PM
Normal Market6.15 PM to 7.15 PM
Call Auction Session6.20 PM to 7.05 PM
Closing Session7.25 PM to 7.35 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

A settlement holiday on the NSE refers to a day when the stock market is open for trading, but central depositories such as CDSL and NSDL are closed. On settlement holidays, the delivery of securities does not take place, as the depositories are unavailable.

In 2025, there are a total of 14 trading holidays on the NSE. These include 14 national holidays that fall on weekdays and 104 holidays that occur on Saturdays and Sundays.

Yes, the NSE has the authority to modify the holidays that have been initially announced. Any changes would be communicated in advance through circulars or official announcements provided by the NSE.

The last stock market holiday in 2025 is Christmas, which falls on December 25. On this day, the NSE, along with other financial markets, will remain closed.

If a holiday coincides with the expiration day of a weekly equity options contract, the NSE is required to shift the expiration date to the preceding working day before the holiday. This adjustment ensures that market participants have the opportunity to manage their options contracts without any disruption caused by the holiday.

Indian Holidays in 2025