BSE Holiday List 2026


The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) puts out its holiday list every year so you know in advance when the markets won’t be open. On these days, trading doesn’t happen across segments like equity and derivatives.

A quick glance at the BSE holiday list for 2026 can make things a lot smoother. You’ll know in advance which days the market is closed, so you can plan your trades without any last-minute surprises around festivals, national holidays, or special occasions.

DateDayDescription
January 15, 2026ThursdayMCGM Election Day (Maharashtra)
January 26, 2026MondayRepublic Day
March 3, 2026TuesdayHoli
March 26, 2026ThursdayShri Ram Navami
March 31, 2026TuesdayShri Mahavir Jayanti
April 3, 2026FridayGood Friday
April 14, 2026TuesdayDr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti
May 1, 2026FridayMaharashtra Day
May 28, 2026ThursdayBakri Id
June 26, 2026FridayMuharram
September 14, 2026MondayGanesh Chaturthi
October 2, 2026FridayMahatma Gandhi Jayanti
October 20, 2026TuesdayDussehra
November 10, 2026TuesdayDiwali Balipratipada
November 24, 2026TuesdayPrakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas

BSE Holidays That Fall on Saturday or Sunday in 2026

DateDayDescription
February 15, 2026SundayMahashivratri
March 21, 2026SaturdayEid-Ul-Fitr
August 15, 2026SaturdayIndependence Day
November 08, 2026SundayDiwali Laxmi Pujan*

*November 08, 2026, will be observed as a trading holiday on account of Diwali Laxmi Pujan. However, Muhurat Trading will take place on the same day, with the timings to be announced separately.

The Bombay Stock Exchange puts out its holiday list at the start of every year. It basically tells you which days the market will stay shut because of national or regional events. For 2026, the list covers both equity and derivatives, so you get a clear picture of when trading won’t happen.

Knowing these dates in advance does make a difference. You can plan trades better, keep an eye on settlements, and avoid those moments where you suddenly realise the market is closed. This becomes even more useful around long weekends, when timing can get a bit tricky.

Source: BSE, NSE
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a clearing holiday in BSE?

 A clearing holiday is when trading may still go on, but the settlement part is paused. So, the shares or funds show up a day later than usual.

Does BSE work on Saturday?

 No, Saturdays and Sundays are non-trading days. That said, for Diwali, a Muhurat Trading session can still happen—even if it falls on a weekend.

What time does the BSE open?

 On a regular day, trading starts at 9:15 AM and ends at 3:30 PM. For special sessions like Muhurat Trading, timings can be different.

Can BSE change the trading holiday schedule for 2026?

 Yes, if needed. Any updates are usually shared through official announcements.

Which BSE holidays in 2026 fall on weekends?

 Some holidays land on weekends, like Mahashivratri (Sunday, February 15), Eid-ul-Fitr (Saturday, March 21), and Independence Day (Saturday, August 15). Since markets are already closed on weekends, these don’t really affect trading days.

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