Fri, 01 May 2026
07:42:59 am
Rudransh Sangwan
Published at: May 1, 2026, 3:44 AM
Synopsis
NSE and BSE will remain closed for 12 days in May 2026, including weekends and two public holidays May 1 and May 28 when no trading activity will take place across all market segments

Investors planning trades in May should note that both National Stock Exchange of India and Bombay Stock Exchange will remain closed for a total of 12 days during the month.
These closures include weekends and official public holidays, meaning no trading activity will take place across equity, derivatives, currency, SLB, or commodity segments on these dates.
The total 12 non-trading days in May include:
| Type | Dates |
|---|---|
| Weekends | May 2–3, 9–10, 16–17, 23–24, 30–31 |
| Public Holidays | May 1, May 28 |
| Total Holidays | 12 Days |
Key Takeaways
There are two official exchange holidays in May 2026:
On these days, trading will remain completely closed across both NSE and BSE.
Key Takeaways
During these holidays:
Essentially, the entire market ecosystem remains inactive.
Key Takeaways
After May, several key holidays are scheduled:
| Date | Occasion |
|---|---|
| June 26 | Muharram |
| Sept 14 | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| Oct 2 | Gandhi Jayanti |
| Oct 20 | Dussehra |
| Nov 10 | Diwali Balipratipada |
| Nov 24 | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| Dec 25 | Christmas |
👉 Special Note: Even if Diwali falls on a weekend, exchanges conduct Muhurat Trading, a symbolic session marking the new financial year.
Key Takeaways
Stock exchanges may revise schedules depending on market conditions or unforeseen events. Trading hours can also be extended or reduced when required.
Investors should always check official exchange notifications before planning major trades.
May 2026 will see limited disruptions to trading activity, with only two official holidays besides weekends. However, active traders should plan positions carefully around these dates to avoid liquidity gaps or missed opportunities.
Both exchanges will remain closed for 12 days including weekends
May 1 (Maharashtra Day) and May 28 (Bakri Eid)
No, NSE and BSE remain closed every Saturday and Sunday
Equity, derivatives, currency, SLB, and all other segments remain closed
Yes, NSE and BSE conduct Muhurat Trading during Diwali

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