BSE and NSE to Remain Closed on June 26: What Investors Need to Know

Traders and investors on Dalal Street are gearing up for an extended weekend as the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) observe a trading holiday on June 26. This closure, marking the occasion of Muharram, follows the previous market holiday on May 28 for Bakri Id.

Impact on Equity and Commodity Markets

The upcoming holiday on June 26 will result in a full-day closure for both the NSE and BSE, meaning no equity trading will take place. However, the impact on the commodity markets will vary depending on the exchange.

The Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) will not observe a full holiday; instead, it will remain closed only during the morning session on June 26 and will resume regular trading activities during the evening session. In contrast, the National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange Limited (NCDEX) will remain shut for both its morning and evening trading sessions.

Looking Ahead: Remaining Market Holidays in 2026

As we move through the 2026 calendar year, nine of the 16 scheduled stock market holidays have already passed. Following the June 26 closure, the next scheduled market holiday will be on Monday, September 14, for Ganesh Chaturthi.

For those planning long-term financial calendars, the remaining holidays in the second half of the year are:

  • October 2: Gandhi Jayanti
  • October 20: Dussehra
  • November 10: Diwali Balipratipada
  • November 24: Guru Nanak Jayanti
  • December 25: Christmas (The final market holiday of 2026)

Weekend Holidays and the Special Muhurat Trading

It is important to note that not all scheduled holidays result in market closures. In 2026, four key holidays fall on weekends, meaning they do not impact the weekly trading cycle. These include Mahashivratri (February 15), Eid-Ul-Fitr (March 21), Independence Day (August 15), and Diwali Laxmi Pujan (November 8).

A significant exception to the weekend rule occurs during Diwali. Although Laxmi Pujan falls on a Sunday this year (November 8), the exchanges will still conduct the traditional one-hour Muhurat Trading session. The specific timings for this special session are expected to be announced by the exchanges closer to the date.

Key Takeaways

  • Pasaran Ekuiti: Kedua-dua NSE dan BSE akan ditutup sepenuhnya pada 26 Jun sempena Muharram, sekali gus mewujudkan hujung minggu yang panjang bagi pedagang.
  • Pasaran Komoditi: MCX akan mengalami penutupan sebahagian (sesi pagi sahaja), manakala NCDEX akan kekal ditutup sepanjang hari.
  • Jadual Akan Datang: Cuti perdagangan utama seterusnya selepas 26 Jun adalah Ganesh Chaturthi pada 14 September 2026.