Description
NSE announces 15 trading holidays for 2026 including Republic Day, Holi, Diwali, and Christmas, with Muhurat Trading scheduled for November 8, 2026.
Summary
NSE has notified the trading holidays for the Capital Market Segment for calendar year 2026. A total of 15 trading holidays are scheduled on weekdays, along with 4 holidays falling on weekends. The circular also confirms that Muhurat Trading will be conducted on Sunday, November 8, 2026, with timings to be notified later.
Key Points
- 15 trading holidays scheduled for 2026 on weekdays
- Muhurat Trading to be conducted on Sunday, November 8, 2026 (Diwali Laxmi Pujan)
- Timings for Muhurat Trading will be notified separately
- 4 additional holidays fall on Saturday/Sunday: Mahashivratri (Feb 15), Id-Ul-Fitr (Mar 21), Independence Day (Aug 15), and Diwali Laxmi Pujan (Nov 8)
- Circular issued under Clause 2 of Chapter IX of Bye-Laws and Regulation 2.3.1 of Part A Regulations
Trading Holidays 2026 (Weekdays)
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| January 26, 2026 | Monday | Republic Day |
| March 03, 2026 | Tuesday | Holi |
| March 26, 2026 | Thursday | Shri Ram Navami |
| March 31, 2026 | Tuesday | Shri Mahavir Jayanti |
| April 03, 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| April 14, 2026 | Tuesday | Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti |
| May 01, 2026 | Friday | Maharashtra Day |
| May 28, 2026 | Thursday | Bakri Id |
| June 26, 2026 | Friday | Muharram |
| September 14, 2026 | Monday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| October 02, 2026 | Friday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| October 20, 2026 | Tuesday | Dussehra |
| November 10, 2026 | Tuesday | Diwali-Balipratipada |
| November 24, 2026 | Tuesday | Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev |
| December 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas |
Holidays on Weekends
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| February 15, 2026 | Sunday | Mahashivratri |
| March 21, 2026 | Saturday | Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid) |
| August 15, 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| November 08, 2026 | Sunday | Diwali Laxmi Pujan* |
*Muhurat Trading will be conducted on this day
Regulatory Changes
No regulatory changes. This is a standard annual notification of trading holidays.
Compliance Requirements
No specific compliance requirements. All members should plan their trading activities and operations around the announced holiday schedule.
Important Dates
- All dates listed above: Trading will remain closed
- November 8, 2026 (Sunday): Muhurat Trading session (timings to be announced)
- Market participants should note these dates for planning purposes
Impact Assessment
Market Impact: Medium - All market participants need to plan their trading and settlement schedules around these holidays. The 15 weekday holidays are spread across the year covering major national and religious festivals.
Operational Impact: Medium - Members need to adjust their operational calendars, staffing, and client communication accordingly. The Muhurat Trading session on a Sunday requires special operational planning.
Planning Considerations: Market participants should note that several holidays fall in Q1 2026 (7 holidays between January-April) and Q4 2026 (4 holidays between October-December), which may affect trading volumes and settlement cycles during these periods.
Impact Justification
Holiday schedule is essential for market planning but has no immediate compliance requirements. Medium impact as it affects all market participants' trading schedules for 2026.