NSE Holiday List 2026
Trading holidays for the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) in 2026. Use this list to plan your trading and avoid market closures. For the official calendar and updates, refer to NSE India – Holidays.
Trading Holidays for NSE in 2026
| Sr. No | Date | Day | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 Jan 2026 | Monday | Republic Day |
| 2 | 3 Mar 2026 | Tuesday | Holi |
| 3 | 26 Mar 2026 | Thursday | Shri Ram Navami |
| 4 | 31 Mar 2026 | Tuesday | Shri Mahavir Jayanti |
| 5 | 3 Apr 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 6 | 14 Apr 2026 | Tuesday | Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti |
| 7 | 1 May 2026 | Friday | Maharashtra Day |
| 8 | 28 May 2026 | Thursday | Bakri Id |
| 9 | 26 Jun 2026 | Friday | Muharram |
| 10 | 14 Sep 2026 | Monday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 11 | 2 Oct 2026 | Friday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| 12 | 20 Oct 2026 | Tuesday | Dussehra |
| 13 | 10 Nov 2026 | Tuesday | Diwali – Balipratipada |
| 14 | 24 Nov 2026 | Tuesday | Prakash Gurpurb (Sri Guru Nanak Dev) |
| 15 | 25 Dec 2026 | Friday | Christmas |
Holidays Falling on Weekends
The following holidays fall on Saturday or Sunday in 2026. The market is already closed on weekends, so no additional trading holiday applies.
| Date | Day | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Feb 2026 | Sunday | Mahashivratri |
| 21 Mar 2026 | Saturday | Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid) |
| 15 Aug 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| 8 Nov 2026 | Sunday | Diwali Laxmi Pujan* |
* Diwali Laxmi Pujan falls on a Sunday; Muhurat Trading is conducted on the designated day as per NSE circular.
Why the NSE Holiday List Matters for Traders
Knowing when the National Stock Exchange is closed helps you plan your positions, avoid last-minute surprises, and align your strategy with the trading calendar. Whether you trade equities, derivatives, or use technical analysis to time entries, keeping the NSE holiday list handy ensures you don't get caught off guard on days when the market is shut.
How to Use the NSE Holiday List
Plan ahead: Schedule your trades and expiry rollovers around these dates so you aren't exposed to unexpected gaps or liquidity issues.
Adjust strategies: If you rely on intraday or swing setups, factor in pre-holiday and post-holiday volatility. Many traders reduce position size or avoid new entries just before long weekends.
Stay updated: NSE may issue circulars for any change in holidays or special trading sessions (e.g. Muhurat Trading). Always refer to the official NSE India holidays page for the latest list.
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This page is for reference only. For the authoritative NSE holiday calendar and any amendments, please visit NSE India. ChartDrift is not affiliated with NSE. See our Disclaimer.