Description

NSE will conduct a live trading session on Sunday, February 01, 2026 during the presentation of the Union Budget, with standard market timings from 09:00 hrs to 16:15 hrs.

Summary

The National Stock Exchange of India will conduct a live trading session on Sunday, February 01, 2026, coinciding with the presentation of the Union Budget. The session will follow standard market timings with pre-open, normal market hours, and trade modification periods.

Key Points

  • Live trading session scheduled for Sunday, February 01, 2026
  • Session conducted on account of Union Budget presentation
  • Standard market timings will be followed
  • Pre-open session: 09:00 hrs to 09:08 hrs with random closure in last one minute
  • Normal market hours: 09:15 hrs to 15:30 hrs
  • Trade modification end time: 16:15 hrs
  • Circular issued by Futures & Options Department

Regulatory Changes

No permanent regulatory changes. This is a one-time special trading session arrangement.

Compliance Requirements

  • All members must note the special trading session on Sunday, February 01, 2026
  • Members should ensure systems and personnel are available for the Sunday trading session
  • Standard trading protocols and timings apply

Important Dates

  • February 01, 2026 (Sunday): Live trading session
    • Pre-Open: 09:00 hrs - 09:08 hrs
    • Normal Market: 09:15 hrs - 15:30 hrs
    • Trade Modification End: 16:15 hrs

Impact Assessment

Market Impact: High - This is an unusual Sunday trading session that will allow market participants to react to the Union Budget announcements in real-time. All trading members need to ensure operational readiness for weekend trading.

Operational Impact: High - Trading on a Sunday requires special arrangements for staffing, systems, and infrastructure. Members must coordinate with their teams to ensure availability and readiness for the special session.

Participant Impact: All futures and options market participants are affected as this provides an opportunity to trade immediately following the Budget presentation, potentially leading to increased volatility and trading volumes.

Impact Justification

Special trading session on a Sunday for Union Budget presentation affects all market participants and requires advance planning