What are the Indian stock market holidays in 2026? The markets will be closed on March 31 for Mahavir Jayanti and on April 3 for Good Friday.
Trading on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will be suspended on both holidays across all segments. This means no trading activity will occur on these significant dates.
Interestingly, 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, MCX will remain shut for both morning and evening sessions.
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 various significant dates that traders and investors need to keep in mind.
Following Good Friday, the next market holiday will be Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti on April 14, 2026. This holiday is followed closely by Maharashtra Day on May 1 and Bakri Id on May 28.
March 31, 2026, is particularly notable as it marks the end of the financial year 2025-26, making the holiday impactful for many investors.
As the year progresses, market participants will need to adjust their strategies around these holidays to ensure they are not caught off guard.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any additional holidays or changes to the trading schedule, but the current list provides a clear framework for planning in 2026.
