The National Stock Exchange (NSE) is India’s largest and most prominent stock exchange, celebrated for its smooth and efficient trading operations. Ranking as the 10th largest stock exchange globally, NSE boasts a remarkable market capitalization exceeding US$ 3.4 trillion.
Offering seamless trading facilities throughout the year, the NSE operates on weekdays from 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for its normal session, ensuring a robust trading experience with a session lasting 6 hours and 15 minutes. However, the exchange observes specific trading holidays annually. On these designated days, trading activities across the equity sector, equity derivative segment, and SLB segment remain closed.
To help traders and investors plan their strategies effectively, here is the official NSE holiday list for 2025:
Trading Holidays for 2025 – Equity Segment, Equity Derivative Segment, and SLB Segment
Weekend Holidays in 2025
| Sr. No. | Holiday | Date | Day |
| 1 | Republic Day | January 26, 2025 | Sunday |
| 2 | Mahashivratri | February 26, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 3 | Holi | March 14, 2025 | Friday |
| 4 | Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid) | March 31, 2025 | Monday |
| 5 | Shri Ram Navmi | April 6, 2025 | Sunday |
| 6 | Good Friday | April 18, 2025 | Friday |
| 7 | Maharashtra Day | May 1, 2025 | Thursday |
| 8 | Bakri Id | June 7, 2025 | Saturday |
| 9 | Moharram | July 6, 2025 | Sunday |
| 10 | Independence Day / Parsi New Year | August 15, 2025 | Friday |
| 11 | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | October 2, 2025 | Thursday |
| 12 | Diwali Laxmi Pujan* | October 21, 2025 | Tuesday |
| 13 | Gurunanak Jayanti | November 5, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 14 | Christmas | December 25, 2025 | Thursday |
NSE observes holidays on Saturdays and Sundays. Additional notable holidays falling on weekends in 2025 include:
| Sr. No. | Holiday | Date | Day |
| 1 | Shri Mahavir Jayanti | April 10, 2025 | Thursday |
| 2 | Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti | April 14, 2025 | Monday |
| 3 | Ganesh Chaturthi | August 27, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 4 | Dussehra | October 2, 2025 | Thursday |
| 5 | Diwali-Balipratipada | October 22, 2025 | Wednesday |
Special Trading Sessions
The Muhurat Trading session, a highly auspicious occasion for stock market trading during Diwali, will be conducted on Friday, November 1, 2025. Specific timings for this session will be announced closer to the date. Muhurat Trading provides a unique opportunity for traders to participate in symbolic and ceremonial trading, marking prosperity and growth.
Commodity Derivatives Segment Holidays
Here is the 2025 holiday schedule for the Commodity Derivatives Segment:
| Sr. No. | Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Republic Day | January 26, 2025 | Sunday |
| 2 | Mahashivratri | February 26, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 3 | Holi | March 14, 2025 | Friday |
| 4 | Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid) | March 31, 2025 | Monday |
| 5 | Shri Ram Navmi | April 6, 2025 | Sunday |
| 6 | Good Friday | April 18, 2025 | Friday |
| 7 | Maharashtra Day | May 1, 2025 | Thursday |
| 8 | Bakri Id | June 7, 2025 | Saturday |
| 9 | Moharram | July 6, 2025 | Sunday |
| 10 | Independence Day / Parsi New Year | August 15, 2025 | Friday |
| 11 | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | October 2, 2025 | Thursday |
| 12 | Diwali Laxmi Pujan* | October 21, 2025 | Tuesday |
| 13 | Gurunanak Jayanti | November 5, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 14 | Christmas | December 25, 2025 | Thursday |
Trading Sessions for Commodities
- Morning session: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Evening session: 5:00 PM to 11:30 PM / 11:55 PM
- Internationally linked agricultural commodities: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM / 9:30 PM
Understanding the NSE holiday calendar is essential for effective financial planning. Use this guide to align your trading strategies and make informed decisions.
