The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) is a prestigious stock exchange operating in India, with a listing of over 6000 companies. It holds the distinction of being the oldest stock exchange in Asia and ranks as the third-largest stock exchange globally.

BSE plays a crucial role in regulating and managing India's financial markets, effectively channeling idle resources into the country's economic growth. It offers a wide range of market data products, corporate data products, end-of-day (EOD) products, and other data products.

Trading on the BSE occurs from 9.15 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. on weekdays, while Saturdays and Sundays are designated as BSE holidays. Pre-market open trading takes place between 9.00 to 9.15 a.m. Additionally, several national holidays of cultural and religious significance are also observed as BSE trading holidays.

The BSE has published a separate holiday list for 2025, categorizing holidays based on trading sectors. Trading holidays signify no transactions on the Bombay Stock Exchange, while clearing holidays involve the purchase and sale of securities, with the postponement of financial transfers from investors to companies as banks remain non-functional on those days.

BSE Holiday 2025: Equity Segment, Equity Derivative Segment and SLB Segment

S.No.HolidaysDateDay
1MahashivratriFebruary 26,2025Wednesday
2HoliMarch 14, 2025Friday
3Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Id)March 31,2025Monday
4Shri Mahavir JayantiApril 10,2025Thursday
5Dr.Baba Saheb Ambedkar JayantiApril 14,2025Monday
6Good FridayApril 18,2025Friday
7Maharashtra DayMay 01,2025Thursday
8Independence DayAugust 15,2025Friday
9Ganesh Chaturthi August 27,2025Wednesday
10Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti/DussehraOctober 02,2025Thursday
11Diwali * Laxmi PujanOctober 21,2025Tuesday
12Diwali BalipratipadaOctober 22,2025Wednesday
13Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak DevNovember 05,2025Wednesday
14ChristmasDecember 25, 2025Thursday

BSE Holidays' List for 2025:Commodity Derivatives Segment

S.No.Festival NameDateDayMorning session (9:00 am to 5:00 pm)Evening session (5:00 pm to 11:30/11:55 pm)
1New Year DayJanuary 01,2025WednesdayOpenClosed
2MahashivratriFebruary 26, 2025WednesdayClosedClosed
3HoliMarch 14, 2025 FridayClosedOpen
4Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Id)March 31, 2025 MondayClosedOpen
5Shri Mahavir JayantiApril 10,2025ThursdayClosedOpen
6Dr.Baba Saheb Ambedkar JayantiApril 14, 2025MondayClosedOpen
7Good FridayApril 18, 2025FridayClosedClosed
8Maharashtra DayMay 01,2025ThursdayClosedOpen
9Independence DayAugust 15,2025 FridayClosedClosed
10Ganesh ChaturthiAugust 27, 2025WednesdayClosedOpen
11Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti / DussehraOctober 02, 2025ThursdayClosedClosed
12*Diwali Laxmi PujanOctober 21,2025TuesdayClosedOpen
13Diwali BalipratipadaOctober 22, 2025WednesdayClosedOpen
14Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak DevNovember 05, 2025WednesdayClosedOpen
15ChristmasDecember 25, 2025ThursdayClosedClosed

*Muhurat Trading, a special trading session held on Diwali - Laxmi Pujan, is scheduled for October 21, 2025. The specific timings for Muhurat Trading will be announced closer to the date.

*Please note that the Exchange retains the authority to modify any of the holidays mentioned above. In such cases, a supplementary circular will be issued with the revised information, ensuring market participants stay informed about any changes.

Currency Derivatives Segment and Interest Rate Derivatives Segment

S.No.HolidaysDateDay
1.Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj JayantiFebruary 19, 2025Wednesday
2.MahashivratriFebruary 26, 2025Wednesday
3.HoliMarch 14, 2025Friday
4.Annual Bank ClosingApril 01, 2025Tuesday
5.Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Id)March 31, 2025Monday
6.Good FridayApril 18, 2025Friday
7.Maharashtra DayMay 01, 2025Thursday
8.Buddha PurnimaMay 12, 2025Monday
9.MuharramJune 27, 2025Friday
10.Independence DayAugust 15, 2025Friday
11.Ganesh ChaturthiAugust 27, 2025Wednesday
12.Id-E-MiladSeptember 5, 2025Friday
13.Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti/DussehraOctober 02, 2025Thursday
14.*Diwali Laxmi Pujan October 21, 2025Tuesday
15.Diwali BalipratipadaOctober 22, 2025Wednesday
16.Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak DevNovember 05, 2025Wednesday
17.ChristmasDecember 25, 2025Thursday

*Muhurat Trading, a special trading session held on Diwali - Laxmi Pujan, is scheduled for October 21, 2025. The specific timings for Muhurat Trading will be announced closer to the date.

*Please note that the Exchange retains the authority to modify any of the holidays mentioned above. In such cases, a supplementary circular will be issued with the revised information, ensuring market participants stay informed about any changes.

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

BSE remains closed on both Saturdays and Sundays, making them non-trading days for the exchange.

  • Pre-opening session: From 9:00 am to 9:15 am.
  • Trading session: From 9:15 am to 3:30 pm.
  • Closing session: From 3:40 pm to 4:00 pm.

No, BSE does not have a specific lunch break during its trading hours. The market operates continuously without any scheduled breaks.

BSE offers a range of features, including risk management services, trading facilities, and more. It is particularly suitable for novice investors venturing into the market for the first time.

Indian Holidays in 2025