NSE 2025 Holiday Calendar: Complete List of Stock Market Holidays
It’s time to plan your 2025 holidays, because the National Stock Exchange (NSE) has announced its holiday calendar for 2025. This holiday calendar lists all the days when Indian stock markets will be closed and traders can finally switch off and relax!
Ironically, there are no holidays in the first month of the year; even the national holiday of January 26th, the Republic Day, will fall on a Sunday in 2025.
Key Highlights:
- First Holiday of the Year: Trading on NSE will kick off the holiday season on February 26, 2025, for Mahashivratri.
- Total Trading Holidays: There will be 14 non-trading days throughout the year.
- Special Muhurat Trading: A special one-hour session for Diwali will be held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, with timings to be announced closer to the date.
Complete List of NSE Holidays in 2025
| Date | Day | Occasion |
| February 25, 2025 | Wednesday | Maha Shivratri |
| March 14, 2025 | Friday | Holi |
| March 31, 2025 | Monday | Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid) |
| April 10, 2025 | Thursday | Shri Mahavir Jayanti |
| April 14, 2025 | Monday | Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti |
| April 18, 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| May 01, 2025 | Thursday | Maharashtra Day |
| August 15, 2025 | Friday | Independence Day |
| August 27, 2025 | Wednesday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| October 02, 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| October 21, 2025 | Thursday | Dussehra |
| October 22, 2025 | Wednesday | Diwali-Balipratipada |
| November 05, 2025 | Wednesday | Sri Guru Nanak Dev |
| December 25, 2025 | Thursday | Christmas |
Settlement holidays
In 2025, there are 2 settlement holidays announced so far. In case you’re wondering what settlement holidays are, these are the days when the markets remain open, but the depositories, NSDL and CDSL, are closed. So, while you can trade in the stock markets that day, the securities and monies will be processed the next working day.
| Date | Day | Holiday | |
| 01 Apr 2025 | Tuesday | Annual Bank Closing | Settlement |
| 16 Aug 2025 | Saturday | Parsi New Year | Settlement |
Holidays falling on Saturday & Sunday
| Date | Day | Holiday | Exchanges |
| 26 January 2025 | Sunday | Republic Day | NSE, BSE, MCX |
| 06 April 2025 | Sunday | Ram Navami | NSE, BSE |
| 07 June 2025 | Saturday | Bakri Eid | NSE, BSE |
| 06 July 2025 | Sunday | Moharram | NSE, BSE |
Why Do These Holidays Matter?
Stock market holidays are crucial for various reasons:
- For Traders and Investors: These breaks allow participants to reset, review strategies, and prepare for upcoming trading sessions.
- Cultural and Religious Importance: Many holidays align with major festivals or national celebrations, emphasising India’s diverse cultural fabric.
- Liquidity Planning: Knowing non-trading days in advance helps businesses and traders plan cash flow and investments effectively.
Special Note on Muhurat Trading
The Muhurat Trading session during Diwali is a long-standing tradition in the Indian stock market, symbolising prosperity and good fortune. Though regular trading remains closed on Diwali, this session provides a unique opportunity to invest during the festive season. This year it will fall on the 21st of October, and the timings will be disclosed near the Diwali dates.
Final Thoughts
Mark your calendars to avoid surprises and ensure you stay on top of your trading game. Whether you’re an active trader or a long-term investor, these holidays offer a chance to pause and reflect on your financial goals.
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Finally, remember that the usual market timings are as follows:
9:00 AM to 05:00 PM – Morning session
05:00 PM to 11:30/11:55 PM – Evening session
5:00 PM to 9:00 PM/9:30 PM – Internationally linked agricultural commodities
Go on, plan your trading and holidaying activities accordingly! 😊
