Summary:
Plan your trades with the complete NSE Holidays 2025 calendar. Check all stock market holidays and trading closure dates for the year.
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) in India will observe trading holidays on major festivals and national observances in 2025, including the upcoming Independence Day (Aug 15), Ganesh Chaturthi (Aug 27), Gandhi Jayanti/Dussehra (Oct 2), Diwali (Oct 21–22 with Muhurat trading), Guru Nanak Jayanti (Nov 5), and Christmas (Dec 25).
The exchange will also close when holidays fall on weekends (e.g., Republic Day, Ram Navami, Bakri Eid, Muharram). Understanding these dates is essential for traders and investors in India to manage their strategies.
Below, we have listed the complete list of NSE Holidays 2025, along with some variations and strategic trading insights to help plan the remainder of the trading year.
| Date | Day | Holiday/Event | NSE Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 26 | Wed | Mahashivratri | Closed |
| Mar 14 | Fri | Holi | Closed |
| Mar 31 | Mon | Eid‑ul‑Fitr | Closed |
| Apr 10 | Thu | Mahavir Jayanti | Closed |
| Apr 14 | Mon | Ambedkar Jayanti | Closed |
| Apr 18 | Fri | Good Friday | Closed |
| May 1 | Thu | Maharashtra Day | Closed |
| Jun 7 | Sat | Bakri Eid (Weekend) | Closed (Regular Weekend Closure) |
| Jun 12 | Mon | Buddha Purnima | Open |
| Aug 15 | Fri | Independence Day | Closed |
| Aug 27 | Wed | Ganesh Chaturthi | Closed |
| Oct 2 | Thu | Gandhi Jayanti / Dussehra | Closed |
| Oct 21 | Tue | Diwali Laxmi Pujan (Muhurat Trading eve) | Evening session (Muhurat Trading only) |
| Oct 22 | Wed | Diwali Balipratipada | Closed |
| Nov 5 | Wed | Guru Nanak Jayanti | Closed |
| Dec 25 | Thu | Christmas | Closed |
Here's the complete list of the upcoming NSE Holidays remaining in 2025:
August 15 (Fri) — Independence Day
August 27 (Wed) — Ganesh Chaturthi
October 2 (Thu) — Gandhi Jayanti / Dussehra
October 21 (Tue) — Diwali (Laxmi Pujan) — special Muhurat Trading
October 22 (Wed) — Diwali (Balipratipada)
November 5 (Wed) — Guru Nanak Jayanti
December 25 (Thu) — Christmas
During the Diwali festive period, while trading is closed on October 21, a Muhurat trading session is conducted in the evening. Traders often view it as an auspicious start to the financial year.
For complete context, listed are the passed NSE holidays in 2025:
February 26 (Wed) — Mahashivratri
March 14 (Fri) — Holi
March 31 (Mon) — Eid‑ul‑Fitr (Ramzan Eid)
April 10 (Thu) — Mahavir Jayanti
April 14 (Mon) — Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
April 18 (Fri) — Good Friday
May 1 (Thu) — Maharashtra Day
The commodity derivatives segment observes some different holiday timings. Certain days see a closed morning session but open evening trading. Notable examples include:
Independence Day (Aug 15), Gandhi Jayanti/Dussehra (Oct 2), and Diwali Laxmi Pujan (Oct 21) — both sessions closed.
The F&O settlement holidays align closely with trading holidays, including additional dates such as ID‑e‑Milad (Sep 5).
Some holidays in 2025 coincide with weekends. The NSE remains closed for these as part of its regular weekly schedule:
January 26 (Sun) — Republic Day
April 6 (Sun) — Ram Navami
June 7 (Sat) — Bakri Eid (Eid‑ul‑Adha)
July 6 (Sun) — Muharram
Notably, even though Bakri Eid falls on a Saturday, markets are already closed for the weekend, so no additional holiday is observed.
Long Weekend Planning
Many holidays are close to weekends or take place on Fridays and Mondays, creating long weekends, especially with the approaching October 21–22, which is beneficial for planning entry/exit strategies.
Muhurat Trading Significance
Investors are anticipating the Diwali Muhurat trading session on October 21, as traders view it as an opportunity for new beginnings or adjustments to portfolios, despite reduced trading volumes. The specific schedule will be revealed as the date approaches.
Segment-Specific Considerations
Traders involved in F&O, currency, and commodity markets must coordinate with specific holiday calendars, as some permit evening trading on particular festival days.
1. Is NSE Open on Weekends in 2025?
No, NSE is closed every Saturday and Sunday. If a holiday like Republic Day (Jan 26) or Bakri Eid (June 7) falls on a weekend, no additional holiday is granted.
2. Will There Be Muhurat Trading in 2025?
Yes, NSE will conduct Muhurat Trading on Diwali, October 21, 2025. We will update the exact time and duration following the official announcement.
3. Are NSE Commodity Markets Closed on All Trading Holidays?
Not always. On holidays like Mahashivratri and Holi, the commodity segment remains open in the evening session but is closed in the morning. Full-day closures apply on select major holidays.
In conclusion, for Indian traders and investors, keeping the NSE Holiday Calendar 2025 at hand ensures smoother operational planning and optimised trading strategies.
Whether you're aligning long-term investments, scheduling F&O trades, or leveraging cultural sessions like Muhurat, this overview helps you navigate market closures and special trading events effectively.
Disclaimer: This material is for general information purposes only and is not intended as (and should not be considered to be) financial, investment or other advice on which reliance should be placed. No opinion given in the material constitutes a recommendation by EBC or the author that any particular investment, security, transaction or investment strategy is suitable for any specific person.
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