BSE Holiday List 2026
Complete Calendar of Trading and Clearing Holidays
BSE Holiday Calendar 2026
Stay informed with the comprehensive BSE Holiday Calendar for 2026. This guide lists all the important dates when the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will be closed for trading or clearing operations. Plan your investment activities and ensure smooth transactions by checking this calendar regularly. Includes national holidays, religious observances, and special trading sessions like Muhurat Trading.
Trading Holidays
Days when the BSE market is closed for trading activities.
Clearing Holidays
Days when clearing operations are suspended.
Special Sessions
Muhurat Trading and other special market timings.
About the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE)
The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), established in 1875, is Asia's first and the world's fastest stock exchange. Located on Dalal Street in Mumbai, it is the 10th largest stock exchange globally by market capitalization. The BSE provides a platform for trading in equity shares, debt instruments, mutual funds, derivatives, currency, and commodity derivatives. It plays a crucial role in the Indian financial market, offering price discovery, liquidity, and a regulated environment for investors.
The BSE is home to the S&P BSE SENSEX, India's first equity index, which serves as a benchmark for the overall performance of the Indian stock market. The exchange is committed to innovation, investor education, and promoting transparency in the capital markets.
Products of BSE
- Equity: Trading in equity shares of listed companies.
- Debt: Corporate bonds, government securities (G-Secs), treasury bills.
- Mutual Funds: Units of mutual fund schemes listed on BSE.
- Derivatives: Index futures and options (F&O) on SENSEX and other indices, stock futures and options.
- Currency: Currency futures and options trading.
- Commodity Derivatives: Futures trading in commodities.
- Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) :Platform for SMEs to raise capital.
- Indices: Over 6000 indices including S&P BSE SENSEX, BSE Midcap, BSE Smallcap, sectoral indices, and thematic indices.
BSE Trading Hours
Normal Trading Session:
- Pre-Open Session: 9:00 AM - 9:15 AM
- Normal Market Session: 9:15 AM - 3:30 PM (Monday to Friday)
- Call Auction Session (CAS): Operates alongside the normal market session for illiquid securities.
Please note that trading hours may vary for special sessions like Muhurat Trading.
Muhurat Trading
Muhurat Trading is a special, auspicious trading session traditionally held by the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) on the occasion of Diwali, the festival of lights. It is believed that participating in trading during this Muhurat (auspicious time) brings prosperity and good fortune for the upcoming year.
This session is purely symbolic and typically lasts for about an hour in the evening. It involves the trading of a select basket of stocks, often including major indices like SENSEX and NIFTY. The exact date and time for Muhurat Trading in 2026 will be announced by the exchanges closer to Diwali.
Important: The official date and time for BSE Muhurat Trading 2026 will be confirmed by the exchange. Please check the BSE official website (bseindia.com) for updates.
Trading Timings in the BSE
| Session | Timings (IST) | Days |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Open Session | 09:00 AM - 09:15 AM | Monday to Friday |
| Normal Market Session | 09:15 AM - 03:30 PM | Monday to Friday |
| Call Auction Session (CAS) | 09:15 AM - 03:30 PM | Monday to Friday (Concurrent) |
| Muhurat Trading (Special) | TBD (Evening Session) | Diwali Day (Tentative) |
Note: The BSE is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and declared holidays. Timings for special sessions like Muhurat Trading are announced separately.
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FAQs on BSE Holidays
How many holidays does BSE have in 2026?
The BSE typically observes around 15-20 holidays in a year, including weekends, national holidays, and clearing holidays. The exact number for 2026 will be confirmed in the official calendar. This list includes both Trading Holidays (when the market is closed) and Clearing Holidays (when clearing operations are suspended).
What is Muhurat Trading and when is it in 2026?
Muhurat Trading is a special, auspicious trading session held by the BSE and NSE on the occasion of Diwali. It usually takes place in the evening on the day of Diwali or the day before. The exact date and time for 2026 will be announced closer to Diwali by the respective stock exchanges. It's a symbolic session believed to bring good fortune for the financial year ahead.
Is the BSE open on weekends?
No, the Bombay Stock Exchange is closed on Saturdays and Sundays, which are regular weekly off days. Trading sessions only occur from Monday through Friday, barring declared holidays.
What happens if a BSE holiday falls on a weekend?
If a scheduled BSE holiday (like a gazetted national holiday) falls on a Saturday or Sunday, it is usually not compensated by an additional holiday during the week. Trading resumes on the next regular business day (Monday, unless Monday is also a holiday). The official BSE calendar will clarify any specific compensatory arrangements if needed.
Where can I find the official BSE holiday list for 2026?
The official BSE holiday calendar for 2026 will be published on the Bombay Stock Exchange's official website (bseindia.com). This calendar is the most reliable and up-to-date source for trading holidays, clearing holidays, and special sessions like Muhurat Trading. Always refer to the official website for confirmed dates.
What is the difference between a Trading Holiday and a Clearing Holiday?
A Trading Holiday is a day when the BSE market is completely closed, and no trading activities (buying or selling securities) take place. A Clearing Holiday is a day when the clearing and settlement operations are suspended, but the market might still be open for trading (though this is rare and usually both coincide). The key difference is that on a clearing holiday, trades placed on previous days are not settled.
Do BSE trading hours change on holidays or special days?
Yes, BSE trading hours can change for special sessions. The most notable example is Muhurat Trading, which occurs in the evening on Diwali and has a much shorter duration than the normal trading session. The exact timings for such special sessions are announced by the BSE in advance. Regular trading hours (9:15 AM - 3:30 PM IST) apply on normal business days.