Stock Market Holidays in May 2026: NSE, BSE Closed for 12 Days

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.

May 2026 Stock Market Holiday Overview

The total 12 non-trading days in May include:

• All Saturdays and Sundays
• Two official market holidays

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

• 12 total non-trading days in May
• Includes weekends + 2 holidays
• No trading across all segments

Official Stock Market Holidays in May

There are two official exchange holidays in May 2026:

• May 1 (Friday) – Maharashtra Day / Labour Day
• May 28 (Thursday) – Bakri Eid (Eid al-Adha)

On these days, trading will remain completely closed across both NSE and BSE.

Key Takeaways

• Only 2 official trading holidays
• Both are full-day closures
• Applies to all market segments

What Happens on Market Holidays

During these holidays:

• No equity trading
• No derivatives trading
• No currency or commodity trades
• No SLB or EGR activity

Essentially, the entire market ecosystem remains inactive.

Key Takeaways

• Zero trading activity
• Applies across all instruments
• Orders cannot be executed

Upcoming Stock Market Holidays in 2026

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

• Multiple holidays across the year
• Muhurat trading held on Diwali
• Calendar may be revised if needed

Important Note for Traders

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.

Final Insight

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.

How many days will NSE and BSE remain closed in May 2026

Both exchanges will remain closed for 12 days including weekends

What are the official holidays in May 2026

May 1 (Maharashtra Day) and May 28 (Bakri Eid)

Will trading happen on weekends

No, NSE and BSE remain closed every Saturday and Sunday

What segments are closed during holidays

Equity, derivatives, currency, SLB, and all other segments remain closed

Is Muhurat Trading held every year

Yes, NSE and BSE conduct Muhurat Trading during Diwali