Every year, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the BSE, declare a list of share market holidays.
The share market holiday list gives clarity to investors and traders to figure out their moves and strategies. Indian share market holidays are typically a mix of regional, national and religious holidays.
The NSE share market holiday list for 2025 includes festive and national days such as Maha Shivaratri, Gandhi Jayanti, Republic Day, Independence Day, Ganesh Chaturthi and Dussehra. On these stock market holidays in 2025, exchanges will remain closed.
Notably, stock exchanges will remain open for trading on the New Year Day, January 1, 2025.
Share Market Holiday List For 2025
Check the full list of market holidays for seamless trading in 2025.
Holidays falling on weekdays and weekends
| Stock Market Holiday List | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Republic Day | January 26, 2025 | Sunday |
| Maha Shivratri | February 26, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Holi | March 14, 2025 | Friday |
| Eid-ul-Fitr (Ramzan Eid) | March 31, 2025 | Monday |
| Ram Navami | April 6, 2025 | Sunday |
| Mahavir Jayanti | April 10, 2025 | Thursday |
| Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti | April 14, 2025 | Monday |
| Good Friday | April 18, 2025 | Friday |
| Maharashtra Day | May 1, 2025 | Thursday |
| Bakri Eid | June 7, 2025 | Saturday |
| Muharram | July 6, 2025 | Sunday |
| Independence Day | August 15, 2025 | Friday |
| Ganesh Chaturthi | August 27, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Dussehra/Gandhi Jayanti | October 2, 2025 | Thursday |
| Diwali-Laxmi Pujan | October 21, 2025 | Tuesday |
| Diwali-Balipratipada | October 22, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Guru Nanak Jayanti | November 5, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Christmas | December 25, 2025 | Thursday |
2025 Trading Holiday Circular: NSE, BSE, MCX
The only exception in the list of stock market holidays is Diwali, where the BSE and NSE open for a one-hour in the evening for Muhurat trading, which is considered auspicious. Muhurat trading on Diwali is a part of the stock exchange traditions to mark the beginning of New Year or Samvat. The stock exchanges separately notify the Muhurat trading schedule.
Market Holidays Falling on Weekdays in 2025
Here is the list of share market holidays that are falling on the weekdays in 2025.
| Stock Market Holidays on Weekdays | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Maha Shivratri | February 26, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Holi | March 14, 2025 | Friday |
| Eid-ul-Fitr (Ramzan ID) | March 31, 2025 | Monday |
| Mahavir Jayanti | April 10, 2025 | Thursday |
| Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti | April 14, 2025 | Monday |
| Good Friday | April 18, 2025 | Friday |
| Maharashtra Day | May 1, 2025 | Thursday |
| Independence Day | August 15, 2025 | Friday |
| Ganesh Chaturthi | August 27, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Dussehra/Gandhi Jayanti | October 2, 2025 | Thursday |
| Diwali-Laxmi Pujan | October 21, 2025 | Tuesday |
| Diwali-Balipratipada | October 22, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Guru Nanak Jayanti | November 5, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Christmas | December 25, 2025 | Thursday |
Holidays Falling on Weekends in 2025
There are four stock market holidays that fall on the weekends, which are Saturday and Sunday, when the BSE and NSE are closed anyway. Here is the list of stock market holidays falling on weekends.
| Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Republic Day | January 26, 2025 | Sunday |
| Ram Navami | April 6, 2025 | Sunday |
| Bakra Eid | June 7, 2025 | Saturday |
| Muharram | July 6, 2025 | Sunday |
Share Market Holidays in 2025: How will it affect trading?
When the stock markets close for a scheduled holiday, it may affect traders and investors in the upcoming trading sessions. Stock market holidays are likely to have an impact on prices and market movements. Investors and traders adjust their positions based on the events being observed to prepare for the next trading day. This can lead to fluctuations in the market, with the BSE and NSE often witnessing increased volumes before the market closes pre-holiday. During festive holidays markets also see hectic activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the major share market holidays in India in 2025?
Share market (NSE and BSE) will be closed on following days in 2025 in addition to weekends. Following list does not contain trading holidays that lie on weekends.
- Maha Shivratri: February 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
- Holi: March 14, 2025 (Friday)
- Eid-ul-Fitr (Ramzan Eid): March 31, 2025 (Monday)
- Mahavir Jayanti: April 10, 2025 (Thursday)
- Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14, 2025 (Monday)
- Good Friday: April 18, 2025 (Friday)
- Maharashtra Day: May 1, 2025 (Thursday)
- Independence Day: August 15, 2025 (Friday)
- Ganesh Chaturthi: August 27, 2025 (Wednesday)
- Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami) / Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 2, 2025 (Thursday)
- Diwali-Laxmi Pujan: October 21, 2025 (Tuesday)
- Diwali-Balipratipada: October 22, 2025 (Wednesday)
- Guru Nanak Jayanti: November 5, 2025 (Wednesday)
- Christmas: December 25, 2025 (Thursday)
Does the stock market close on weekends?
Yes, stock markets including NSE and BSE remain closed on weekends unless specified otherwise.
How can I stay updated with share market holidays in 2025?
You can check the Upstox list above to stay updated about the share market holidays in 2025. Additionally, you can check on the websites of BSE and NSE to see the holidays.
Are all holidays observed by the NSE and BSE?
Yes, generally BSE and NSE observe the same holidays every year. However, it is advisable to check their official holiday lists to avoid confusion.
What happens if I place an order on a holiday?
If you place an order on a share market holiday, it will be initiated on the next business day when the markets are open. However, there may be a potential impact on market activities the day after a stock market holiday.
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