The Indian stock market will observe several holidays in 2026, including Mahavir Jayanti and Good Friday. Here are the key dates to note.
What are the Indian stock market holidays in 2026? The Indian stock markets will observe several holidays throughout the year, with notable closures on March 31 for Mahavir Jayanti and April 3 for Good Friday.
On these holidays, trading on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will be suspended across all segments. This means that investors and traders will not be able to execute transactions on these dates.
Specifically, the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) will close during the morning session on Mahavir Jayanti but will resume trading in the evening. However, on Good Friday, the MCX will remain shut for both morning and evening sessions. Similarly, the National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) will also be closed in both sessions on these holidays.
In total, there are 16 stock market holidays scheduled for 2026. This includes significant dates such as Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti on April 14, Maharashtra Day on May 1, and Bakri Id on May 28.
March 31, 2026, is particularly noteworthy as it marks the end of the financial year 2025-26, making it an important date for many investors and businesses.
Following Good Friday, the next market holiday will be Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti, allowing traders a brief pause before the next trading sessions resume.
As the year progresses, market participants should stay informed about these holidays to plan their trading strategies accordingly. The closure of markets on these dates can impact liquidity and trading volumes.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any additional holidays or changes to the existing schedule, so stakeholders should monitor official announcements from the exchanges.
