Description

NSE Clearing Limited announces the daily settlement schedule for Futures & Options segment for March 2026, covering 19 trading days with corresponding settlement dates.

Summary

NSE Clearing Limited has released the settlement schedule for the Futures & Options (F&O) segment for March 2026. The circular provides a comprehensive list of 19 trading days and their corresponding settlement dates, enabling members to plan their clearing and settlement activities.

Key Points

  • Settlement schedule covers the period from March 2, 2026 to March 30, 2026
  • Total of 19 trading days scheduled for March 2026
  • Most settlements occur T+2 days (two business days after trade date)
  • Notable exceptions include March 18 and 19 trades settling on March 20, 2026
  • Final March trading day (March 30) settles on April 2, 2026
  • Circular issued by Associate Vice President Anil Suvarna
  • Members can contact clearing operations at 1800 266 0050 or fao_clearing_ops@nsccl.co.in

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes introduced in this circular. This is a routine operational schedule publication.

Compliance Requirements

No specific compliance requirements. Members should note the settlement dates for operational and cash management purposes.

Important Dates

March 2026 F&O Settlement Schedule:

  • March 2 (Trade) → March 4 (Settlement)
  • March 4 (Trade) → March 5 (Settlement)
  • March 5 (Trade) → March 6 (Settlement)
  • March 6 (Trade) → March 9 (Settlement)
  • March 9 (Trade) → March 10 (Settlement)
  • March 10 (Trade) → March 11 (Settlement)
  • March 11 (Trade) → March 12 (Settlement)
  • March 12 (Trade) → March 13 (Settlement)
  • March 13 (Trade) → March 16 (Settlement)
  • March 16 (Trade) → March 17 (Settlement)
  • March 17 (Trade) → March 18 (Settlement)
  • March 18 (Trade) → March 20 (Settlement)
  • March 19 (Trade) → March 20 (Settlement)
  • March 20 (Trade) → March 23 (Settlement)
  • March 23 (Trade) → March 24 (Settlement)
  • March 24 (Trade) → March 25 (Settlement)
  • March 25 (Trade) → March 27 (Settlement)
  • March 27 (Trade) → March 30 (Settlement)
  • March 30 (Trade) → April 2 (Settlement)

Impact Assessment

Operational Impact: Low - This is a routine monthly schedule that enables F&O segment members to plan their clearing and settlement operations. The schedule follows standard T+2 settlement convention with adjustments for weekends and holidays.

Market Impact: Minimal - Settlement schedules are standard operational communications that do not affect trading rules, margin requirements, or market participation. Members use this information for liquidity and cash flow management.

Impact Justification

Routine administrative circular providing monthly settlement schedule for F&O segment. No regulatory changes or compliance implications, purely informational for operational planning.