Miss a trading day, and you might miss a market move. The NSE holidays 2025 list includes 14 official non-trading days declared by the exchange across the calendar year. These National Stock Exchange holidays cover major festivals, national observances, and public events when the equity market stays closed.

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For traders and investors, knowing these dates helps avoid last-minute surprises and better manage positions. Below, you’ll find the complete list of stock market holidays in NSE, including segment-wise details, special sessions like Muhurat Trading, and answers to common queries about market closures throughout the year.

List of NSE Holidays 2025

Below is the official list of NSE India holidays in 2025, as declared by the National Stock Exchange. On these days, trading in equity, equity derivatives, and SLB segments will remain closed.

Date	Day	Holiday
January 26	Sunday	Republic Day (Weekend)
March 7	Friday	Mahashivratri
March 29	Saturday	Holi (Weekend)
April 10	Thursday	Ram Navami
April 14	Monday	Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
April 18	Friday	Good Friday
May 1	Thursday	Maharashtra Day
June 17	Tuesday	Bakri Id
August 15	Friday	Independence Day
October 2	Thursday	Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
October 21	Tuesday	Diwali (Laxmi Pujan) Muhurat Trading
October 22	Wednesday	Diwali Balipratipada
November 3	Monday	Guru Nanak Jayanti
December 25	Thursday	Christmas

Note: Diwali Muhurat Trading will be conducted on October 21, 2025. Timings will be announced by NSE closer to the date.

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NSE Holidays in January 2025

There is 1 NSE share market holiday in January 2025, which falls on a Sunday. While it’s a regular weekend, it still counts in the official NSE India holiday list for equity markets. No additional weekday market closure is observed this month.

Date	Day	Holiday
January 26	Sunday	Republic Day

NSE Holidays in February 2025

There are no NSE trading holidays in February 2025. All weekdays will have normal trading sessions across equity and derivative segments. It’s a full-trading month with no holiday in share market.

NSE Holidays in March 2025

March 2025 has 2 stock market holidays, but both fall on weekends. Holi lands on a Saturday this year, and Mahashivratri is on a working weekday (Friday), resulting in one weekday holiday of Indian stock exchange.

Date	Day	Holiday
March 7	Friday	Mahashivratri
March 29	Saturday	Holi

NSE Holidays in April 2025

There are 3 NSE India holidays in April 2025, making it one of the months with the most non-trading days. These include Ram Navami, Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti, and Good Friday, all leading to the complete closure of equity and F&O segments.

Date	Day	Holiday
April 10	Thursday	Ram Navami
April 14	Monday	Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
April 18	Friday	Good Friday

NSE Holidays in May 2025

May has 1 official NSE share market holiday on account of Maharashtra Day. This holiday applies to all segments, including equity and derivatives, as per the NSE India holiday calendar.

Date	Day	Holiday
May 1	Thursday	Maharashtra Day

NSE Holidays in June 2025

June 2025 includes 1 weekday holiday in the share market, observed for Bakri Id. It’s the only stock market closure in the month as per the NSE holidays 2025 list.

Date	Day	Holiday
June 17	Tuesday	Bakri Id

NSE Holidays in July 2025

There are no stock exchange holidays in July 2025. Trading will continue on all weekdays without interruptions in NSE’s equity, F&O, and currency segments.

NSE Holidays in August 2025

August has 1 major trading holiday, observed on Independence Day. Falling on a Friday, it offers an extended weekend for investors while halting all trading activities on NSE.

Date	Day	Holiday
August 15	Friday	Independence Day

NSE Holidays in September 2025

September 2025 does not include any NSE India holidays. It remains a full working month with no equity or derivatives trading breaks.

NSE Holidays in October 2025

October is eventful, with 3 significant entries in the NSE holidays list 2025, including Gandhi Jayanti, Diwali (Muhurat Trading), and Balipratipada. Note that October 21 is not a full holiday but has a special trading session in the evening.

Date	Day	Holiday
October 2	Thursday	Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
October 21	Tuesday	Diwali Muhurat Trading
October 22	Wednesday	Diwali Balipratipada

NSE Holidays in November 2025

There is 1 official holiday in share market for November 2025, which is Guru Nanak Jayanti. The market will remain fully closed on this day.

Date	Day	Holiday
November 3	Monday	Guru Nanak Jayanti

NSE Holidays in December 2025

The year ends with 1 NSE holiday in December 2025 for Christmas. Trading will be suspended across all major NSE segments.

Date	Day	Holiday
December 25	Thursday	Christmas

About Equity Market Holidays (NSE)

Equity market holidays are the days when trading in shares and equity derivatives is suspended on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). These holidays are officially announced by NSE at the start of every calendar year and apply to the Equity, Equity Derivatives, and SLB (Securities Lending and Borrowing) segments.

In 2025, there are a total of 14 equity market holidays on NSE. These include national holidays like Republic Day and Independence Day, as well as religious festivals such as Diwali, Eid, and Christmas. On these days, no trading is allowed during any session—pre-open, regular, or post-close.

NSE India Muhurat Trading 2025

Muhurat Trading is a special one-hour trading session conducted by the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) on the occasion of Diwali, the festival of lights. Though listed in the NSE holidays 2025 calendar, it’s important to note that Muhurat Trading is not a full-day holiday.

Instead of remaining closed, the equity market opens for a symbolic session in the evening, believed to bring good luck and prosperity. This tradition holds cultural and financial significance, especially among long-term investors and trading communities.

Date: October 21, Tuesday
Session: Only for Equity segment (F&O may also remain open)
Duration: 1 hour (Exact timing announced closer to the date)
Purpose: Considered an auspicious time to make new investments or place the first trade of the Hindu New Year

What Are NSE Trading Holidays?

NSE trading holidays are specific days when the National Stock Exchange (NSE) remains closed for all trading activities across segments like equity, derivatives, and currency. These holidays are declared at the beginning of each calendar year and typically include national events like Republic Day, Independence Day, and Gandhi Jayanti, along with major religious festivals such as Holi, Diwali, Eid, and Christmas.

During these Indian stock exchange holidays, no transactions can take place on the NSE. Traders, investors, brokers, and institutions must plan their trading strategies in advance, especially if positions are open or pending near a holiday.

The NSE stock market holidays may vary each year based on the calendar and are subject to change if officially notified by NSE.

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What Happens on Stock Market Holidays?

On a stock market holiday, all trading activity on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) is completely suspended. This includes:

No Trading: All segments remain non-operational during trading hours.
Market Status: NSE platforms display “Market Closed” across all terminals and mobile apps.
Back-office Processing: Brokerages may still run background operations like fund settlements or reporting.
No Fund NAV Updates: Mutual fund NAVs are not updated if equity markets are closed.
News Reactions Delayed: Major announcements made during a holiday are reflected on the next trading day.
Next Working Day Trading: The market resumes at 09:15 AM on the next listed working day.

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FAQs About NSE India Holidays

How many NSE holidays are there in 2025?

There are a total of 14 trading holidays in NSE for 2025, as per the official NSE India holiday list.

What are Indian stock exchange holidays?

These are days when trading on NSE and BSE remains closed, including national holidays and major festivals.

Is the stock market closed on Holi 2025?

Yes, but in 2025, Holi falls on a Saturday (March 29), which is already a non-trading day.

Does NSE remain closed on weekends?

Yes, Saturday and Sunday are non-trading days for all NSE market segments.

Is there trading on Republic Day in NSE?

No, Republic Day (January 26) is a national stock exchange holiday in India.

Is Diwali a holiday in NSE?

Yes and no—regular trading is closed, but a special Muhurat Trading session takes place in the evening.

Will the stock market be closed on Christmas 2025?

Yes, December 25 is a trading holiday on NSE across all segments.

Yes, Good Friday is always a stock market holiday in both NSE and BSE.

Are currency markets closed on NSE holidays?

Yes, currency trading is also suspended on all listed NSE trading holidays unless otherwise notified.

What is NSE Muhurat Trading?

It is a special one-hour session on Diwali, marked as auspicious for making fresh investments.

Is Mahashivratri a stock market holiday in 2025?

Yes, March 7, 2025 (Friday) is a declared NSE holiday for Mahashivratri.

Yes, June 17, 2025, is a non-trading day on NSE due to Bakri Id.

Will NSE be closed on Independence Day 2025?

Yes, August 15 is a full trading holiday across equity and derivatives.

Are global markets open when NSE is closed?

Sometimes, yes. For instance, US or UK stock exchanges may operate on Indian market holidays.

Do NSE holidays apply to BSE as well?

Yes, in most cases, NSE and BSE follow the same trading holiday schedule.

NSE India Holidays 2025: List of NSE Stock Market Holidays