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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.
Here is the comprehensive list of holidays for the share market in 2025:
| S.No. | NSE Holiday 2025 | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mahashivratri | February 26, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 2 | Holi | March 14, 2025 | Friday |
| 3 | Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid) | March 31, 2025 | Monday |
| 4 | Good FridayShri Mahavir Jayanti | April 10, 2025 | Thursday |
| 5 | Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti | April 14, 2025 | Monday |
| 6 | Good Friday | April 18, 2025 | Friday |
| 7 | Maharashtra Day | May 01, 2025 | Thursday |
| 8 | Independence Day | August 15, 2025 | Friday |
| 9 | Ganesh Chaturthi | August 27, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 10 | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti/Dussehra | October 02, 2025 | Thursday |
| 11 | Diwali Laxmi Pujan* | October 21, 2025 | Tuesday |
| 12 | Diwali-Balipratipada | October 22, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 13 | Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak DevGurunanak Jayanti | November 05, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 14 | Christmas | December 25, 2025 | Thursday |
| S.No. | Holidays | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Republic Day | January 26, 2025 | Sunday |
| 2 | Shri Ram Navami | April 06, 2025 | Sunday |
| 3 | Bakra Eid | June 07, 2025 | Saturday |
| 4 | Muharram | July 06, 2025 | Sunday |
The following are the stock market holidays 2025 (trading holidays) for the Commodity Derivatives Segment for the current year:
| S.NO | Holidays | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New year | January 01, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 2 | Mahashivratri | February 26, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 3 | Holi | March 14, 2025 | Friday |
| 4 | Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid) | March 31, 2025 | Monday |
| 5 | Shri Mahavir Jayanti | April 10, 2025 | Thursday |
| 6 | Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti | April 14, 2025 | Monday |
| 7 | Good Friday | April 18, 2025 | Friday |
| 8 | Maharashtra Day | May 01, 2025 | Thursday |
| 9 | Independence Day | August 15, 2025 | Friday |
| 10 | Ganesh Chaturthi | August 27, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 11 | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti/Dussehra | October 02, 2025 | Thursday |
| 12 | Diwali Laxmi Pujan* | October 21, 2025 | Tuesday |
| 13 | Diwali-Balipratipada | October 22, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 14 | Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev | November 05, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 15 | Christmas | December 25, 2025 | Thursday |
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 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 Session | Capital Market (in hours) |
|---|---|
| Block Deal Session | 5.45 PM to 6.00 PM |
| Pre-Open Market | 6.00 PM to 6.08 PM |
| Normal Market | 6.15 PM to 7.15 PM |
| Call Auction Session | 6.20 PM to 7.05 PM |
| Closing Session | 7.25 PM to 7.35 PM |
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.
Published on January 21, 2025
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