Stock Market Holiday 2026: NSE and BSE to Close on June 26 for Muharram

Investors and traders should prepare for a brief pause in equity trading as the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) observe a holiday this Friday. This closure marks the second scheduled market holiday in nearly a month, following the Bakri Id break on May 28.

Trading Suspension on June 26

The Indian equity markets will remain completely closed on Friday, June 26, 2026, in observance of Muharram. While the major stock exchanges will not facilitate any trading activities on this day, the impact on the commodity segment will vary.

The Multi-Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) will observe a partial closure, remaining shut during the morning session but resuming operations for the evening session. In contrast, the National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange Limited (NCDEX) will remain closed for both its morning and evening trading sessions.

Remaining Market Holidays in 2026

Out of the 16 total trading holidays scheduled for 2026, nine have already passed. Following the Muharram closure, seven more holidays are slated for the remainder of the year. Investors should note that four of the annual holidays fall on weekends, meaning they will not result in additional mid-week market closures.

The upcoming scheduled holidays for the second half of 2026 are:

  • September 14: Ganesh Chaturthi
  • October 2: Gandhi Jayanti
  • October 20: Dussehra
  • November 10: Diwali Balipratipada
  • November 24: Guru Nanak Jayanti
  • December 25: Christmas (The final market holiday of the year)

Weekend Holidays and Special Muhurat Trading

It is important for market participants to distinguish between full-day closures and holidays that fall on weekends. For instance, Independence Day on August 15 falls on a Saturday, which will not affect the standard weekday trading cycle.

A significant event for investors is Diwali Laxmi Pujan, which falls on Sunday, November 8, 2026. Despite being a Sunday, the exchanges will conduct the traditional one-hour Muhurat Trading session. While the specific timings for this special session are yet to be announced, it remains a vital fixture on the Indian financial calendar.

Key Takeaways

  • June 26 Closure: Both NSE and BSE will be fully closed for Muharram, while MCX will only be closed during the morning session.
  • Holiday Schedule: Seven more trading holidays remain in 2026, with the next one scheduled for Ganesh Chaturthi on September 14.
  • Muhurat Trading: Although Diwali Laxmi Pujan falls on a Sunday (November 8), the exchanges will host the customary special Muhurat Trading session.