Multi Commodity Exchange of India, or MCX, is the largest commodity exchange in the country. The exchange facilitates trading in a wide range of commodities and agri products.
On weekdays MCX allows trading in two sessions— morning session from 9 am to 5 pm, and evening session from 5:30 pm to 11:30 pm (up to 11:55 pm from November-March). MCX remains closed on all weekends and designated holidays.
As per the MCX trading holidays list 2025, the exchange will remain open only in the morning session on the New Year Day on January 1.
MCX Holidays falling on weekdays and weekends in 2025
| MCX Holiday List | Date | Day | Morning Session | Evening Session |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Year Day | January 01, 2025 | Wednesday | Open | Closed |
| Republic Day | January 26, 2025 | Sunday | Closed | Closed |
| Maha Shivratri | February 26, 2025 | Wednesday | Closed | Open |
| Holi | March 14, 2025 | Friday | Closed | Open |
| Id-ul-Fitr (Ramzan ID) | March 31, 2025 | Monday | Closed | Open |
| Ram Navami | April 06, 2025 | Sunday | Closed | Closed |
| Mahavir Jayanti | April 10, 2025 | Thursday | Closed | Open |
| Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti | April 14, 2025 | Monday | Closed | Open |
| Good Friday | April 18, 2025 | Friday | Closed | Closed |
| Maharashtra Day | May 01, 2025 | Thursday | Closed | Open |
| Bakri Eid | June 07, 2025 | Saturday | Closed | Closed |
| Muharram | July 06, 2025 | Sunday | Closed | Closed |
| Independence Day | August 15, 2025 | Friday | Closed | Closed |
| Ganesh Chaturthi | August 27, 2025 | Wednesday | Closed | Open |
| Dussehra/Gandhi Jayanti | October 02, 2025 | Thursday | Closed | Closed |
| Diwali-Laxmi Pujan | October 21, 2025 | Tuesday | Closed | Closed |
| Diwali-Balipratipada | October 22, 2025 | Wednesday | Closed | Open |
| Guru Nanak Jayanti | November 05, 2025 | Wednesday | Closed | Open |
| Christmas | December 25, 2025 | Thursday | Closed | Closed |
MCX 2025 Trading Holiday Circular
MCX Holidays falling on weekdays in 2025
| MCX Holiday List | Date | Day | Morning Session | Evening Session |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Year Day | January 1, 2025 | Wednesday | Open | Closed |
| Maha Shivratri | February 26, 2025 | Wednesday | Closed | Open |
| Holi | March 14, 2025 | Friday | Closed | Open |
| Id-ul-Fitr (Ramzan ID) | March 31, 2025 | Monday | Closed | Open |
| Mahavir Jayanti | April 10, 2025 | Thursday | Closed | Open |
| Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti | April 14, 2025 | Monday | Closed | Open |
| Good Friday | April 18, 2025 | Friday | Closed | Closed |
| Maharashtra Day | May 1, 2025 | Thursday | Closed | Open |
| Independence Day | August 15, 2025 | Friday | Closed | Closed |
| Ganesh Chaturthi | August 27, 2025 | Wednesday | Closed | Open |
| Dussehra/Gandhi Jayanti | October 2, 2025 | Thursday | Closed | Closed |
| Diwali-Laxmi Pujan | October 21, 2025 | Tuesday | Closed | Closed |
| Diwali-Balipratipada | October 22, 2025 | Wednesday | Closed | Open |
| Guru Nanak Jayanti | November 5, 2025 | Wednesday | Closed | Open |
| Christmas | December 25, 2025 | Thursday | Closed | Closed |
MCX Holidays falling on weekends
| MCX Holidays on Weekends | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Republic Day | January 26, 2025 | Sunday |
| Ram Navami | April 6, 2025 | Sunday |
| Bakri Eid | June 7, 2025 | Saturday |
| Muharram | July 6, 2025 | Sunday |
How MCX holidays might impact trading in commodity markets
MCX holidays can impact commodity markets by pausing trading, allowing traders to reassess strategies and market trends. With no real-time price discovery, volatility may increase upon reopening, especially if global events or supply chain disruptions coincide with the holidays. Understanding these breaks helps traders manage risks and capitalise on market movements once trading resumes.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does MCX close in 2025?
Following is the list of trading holidays for MCX in 2025 (excluding weekends). The exchange may be closed in morning or evening or both the sessions:
- New Year Day: January 1, 2025 (Wednesday) – Morning Session: Open, Evening Session: Closed
- Maha Shivratri: February 26, 2025 (Wednesday) – Morning Session: Closed, Evening Session: Open
- Holi: March 14, 2025 (Friday) – Morning Session: Closed, Evening Session: Open
- Id-ul-Fitr (Ramzan Eid): March 31, 2025 (Monday) – Morning Session: Closed, Evening Session: Open
- Mahavir Jayanti: April 10, 2025 (Thursday) – Morning Session: Closed, Evening Session: Open
- Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14, 2025 (Monday) – Morning Session: Closed, Evening Session: Open
- Good Friday: April 18, 2025 (Friday) – Morning Session: Closed, Evening Session: Closed
- Maharashtra Day: May 1, 2025 (Thursday) – Morning Session: Closed, Evening Session: Open
- Independence Day: August 15, 2025 (Friday) – Morning Session: Closed, Evening Session: Closed
- Ganesh Chaturthi: August 27, 2025 (Wednesday) – Morning Session: Closed, Evening Session: Open
- Dussehra/Gandhi Jayanti: October 2, 2025 (Thursday) – Morning Session: Closed, Evening Session: Closed
- Diwali-Laxmi Pujan: October 21, 2025 (Tuesday) – Morning Session: Closed, Evening Session: Closed
- Diwali-Balipratipada: October 22, 2025 (Wednesday) – Morning Session: Closed, Evening Session: Open
- Guru Nanak Jayanti: November 5, 2025 (Wednesday) – Morning Session: Closed, Evening Session: Open
- Christmas: December 25, 2025 (Thursday) – Morning Session: Closed, Evening Session: Closed
How do MCX holidays affect commodity trading?
MCX holidays create trading breaks, halting market activity and allowing traders time to reassess their strategies. These pauses often lead to increased volatility and price shifts when the market reopens, as delayed reactions to global events or economic news surface. Traders need to stay alert during these periods, as they can influence the next phase of trading once markets resume.
Is MCX closed on weekends?
Yes, MCX is closed on weekends, on all Saturdays and Sundays. No trading takes place on these days.
Can I trade commodities during MCX holidays?
No, you cannot trade on an MCX holiday. Trading is completely paused, meaning investors cannot place new orders or close existing ones.
How to stay updated with MCX holidays in 2025?
To stay updated, check the official MCX website for holidays: (Circular). You can also follow MCX’s social media accounts or use trading apps that notify about market holidays.
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