NSE Holidays 2025: Complete Stock Market Holiday List with Dates
Get the complete NSE Holidays 2025 list with dates. Check stock market trading holidays, weekends, and Muhurat Trading schedule for investors
If you are an active trader or just starting your investment journey, it’s important to know when the stock market will remain closed. Planning trades, managing portfolios, or even scheduling your day depends on knowing the official holiday calendar. The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has already released its list of trading holidays for 2025.
Why Market Holidays Matter
Stock market holidays are more than just a day off. They impact:
- Trading strategies: You may need to adjust your positions in advance.
- Settlement cycles: Transactions might get delayed if a holiday falls between.
- Investor psychology: Holidays often create gaps in momentum, which can affect opening trends the next day.
Being aware of holidays helps you avoid surprises and manage your investments smoothly.
NSE Holidays in 2025
The NSE holiday list applies to Equity, Equity Derivatives, and SLB segments. Below is the official schedule:
Major Holidays on Weekdays
- February 26, Wednesday: Mahashivratri
- March 14, Friday: Holi
- March 31, Monday: Eid-ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid)
- April 10, Thursday: Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, Monday: Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Jayanti
- April 18, Friday: Good Friday
- May 1, Thursday: Maharashtra Day
- August 15, Friday: Independence Day
- August 27, Wednesday: Ganesh Chaturthi
- October 2, Thursday: Gandhi Jayanti / Dussehra
- October 21, Tuesday: Diwali (Laxmi Pujan) – Muhurat Trading session will be held
- October 22, Wednesday: Diwali (Bali Pratipada)
- November 5, Wednesday: Guru Nanak Jayanti
- December 25, Thursday: Christmas
Holidays Falling on Weekends
Since the market is already closed on weekends, these won’t affect trading:
- January 26, Sunday: Republic Day
- April 6, Sunday: Ram Navami
- June 7, Saturday: Bakri Eid (Eid-ul-Adha)
- July 6, Sunday: Muharram
Special Case: Muhurat Trading on Diwali
One of the most awaited events in the trading community is Muhurat Trading, held on October 21, 2025 (Diwali – Laxmi Pujan).
This is a symbolic one-hour trading session in the evening, considered auspicious for new beginnings. Many investors, big and small, participate in it as a tradition.
Quick Glance: NSE Holiday Calendar 2025
Month | Date | Day | Holiday |
Jan | 26 | Sunday | Republic Day (weekend) |
Feb | 26 | Wednesday | Mahashivratri |
Mar | 14 | Friday | Holi |
Mar | 31 | Monday | Eid-ul-Fitr |
Apr | 6 | Sunday | Ram Navami (weekend) |
Apr | 10 | Thursday | Mahavir Jayanti |
Apr | 14 | Monday | Ambedkar Jayanti |
Apr | 18 | Friday | Good Friday |
May | 1 | Thursday | Maharashtra Day |
Jun | 7 | Saturday | Bakri Eid (weekend) |
Jul | 6 | Sunday | Muharram (weekend) |
Aug | 15 | Friday | Independence Day |
Aug | 27 | Wednesday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
Oct | 2 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti / Dussehra |
Oct | 21 | Tuesday | Diwali (Laxmi Pujan) – Muhurat Trading |
Oct | 22 | Wednesday | Diwali (Bali Pratipada) |
Nov | 5 | Wednesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
Dec | 25 | Thursday | Christmas |
Final Thoughts
The NSE holiday list for 2025 is not just a calendar—it’s a tool for traders and investors to plan better. Whether you’re preparing for settlement cycles, setting stop-loss orders, or just taking a break, keeping these dates in mind will help you trade with confidence.
So, mark your calendars and plan your trades ahead of time!
FAQs
- What is the NSE holiday list for 2025?
The NSE holiday list for 2025 includes major national and religious holidays such as Mahashivratri (Feb 26), Holi (Mar 14), Eid-ul-Fitr (Mar 31), Independence Day (Aug 15), Diwali (Oct 21–22), and Christmas (Dec 25). The exchange remains closed on these days for equity, equity derivatives, and SLB segments.
- Does the NSE holiday list apply to all segments of trading?
Yes, the holiday list is common for Equity, Equity Derivatives, and SLB (Securities Lending and Borrowing). However, commodity markets may have slightly different holidays.
3. Are NSE holidays the same as BSE holidays in 2025?
Mostly, yes. NSE and BSE usually follow the same holiday calendar. There may be very rare exceptions, but for 2025 both exchanges are expected to remain closed on the same days.
4. Will NSE remain closed on weekends?
Yes. The NSE is closed every Saturday and Sunday, regardless of holidays. If a holiday falls on a weekend (like Republic Day on Jan 26, 2025), there is no additional market closure.
5. What is Muhurat Trading and when is it in 2025?
Muhurat Trading is a special one-hour trading session conducted on Diwali evening. In 2025, it will be held on October 21 (Tuesday) during Laxmi Pujan. The exact timing will be announced closer to the date.
6. Is there trading on Diwali in 2025?
Yes, but only for the Muhurat Trading session on October 21, 2025. The next day, October 22, 2025 (Bali Pratipada), the market will remain fully closed.
7. Does NSE remain closed for regional holidays?
No. The NSE holiday list covers only major national and widely observed religious holidays. Local or state-specific holidays do not affect trading unless mentioned in the official NSE calendar.
8. How do holidays affect settlement and payout dates?
If a holiday falls between your buy or sell transaction and settlement day, the settlement and payout automatically get postponed to the next working day.
9. Where can I find the official NSE holiday calendar for 2025?
The official calendar is published on the NSE website under the “Resources” or “Holiday Calendar” section.
10. How can traders prepare for NSE holidays in advance?
Traders should:
- Check the holiday calendar at the start of the year.
- Avoid holding risky short-term positions before long weekends.
- Plan settlements and payouts keeping holidays in mind.
- Take advantage of Muhurat Trading if they want to make symbolic investments during Diwali.
