The NSE (National Stock Exchange) is the largest stock exchange in the country. It currently holds the position of the tenth-largest stock exchange worldwide, boasting a market capitalization exceeding US$ 3.4 trillion.

The NSE is known for its efficient and seamless trading operations.

Situated in Mumbai, the primary stock market of India, the NSE plays a pivotal role in the nation's financial landscape. It operates from Monday to Friday and remains closed on weekends and national holidays.

Equity segment, the Equity Derivative segment, and the SLB Segment

Here is the comprehensive list of holidays for the share market in 2024:

S.No.Share Market Holiday 2024DateDay
1Republic DayJanuary 26, 2024Friday
2MahashivratriMarch 08, 2024Friday
3HoliMarch 25, 2024Monday
4Good FridayMarch 29, 2024Friday
5Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid)April 11, 2024Thursday
6Shri Ram NavmiApril 14, 2024Friday
7Maharashtra DayMay 01, 2024Wednesday
8Bakri IdJune 17, 2024Monday
9MoharramJuly 17, 2024Wednesday
10Independence Day/Parsi New YearAugust 15, 2024Thursday
11Mahatma Gandhi JayantiOctober 02, 2024Wednesday
12Diwali Laxmi Pujan*November 01, 2024Friday
13Gurunanak JayantiNovember 15, 2024Friday
14ChristmasDecember 25, 2024Wednesday

Meanwhile, the following NSE trade holidays fall on weekends this year:

S.No.HolidaysDateDay
1Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar JayantiApril 14, 2024Sunday
2Shri Mahavir JayantiApril 21, 2024Sunday
3Ganesh ChaturthiSeptember 07, 2024Saturday
4DussehraOctober 12, 2024Saturday
5Diwali-BalipratipadaNovember 02, 2024Saturday

Debt Segment

The debt segment at the NSE pertains to the trading platform on the National Stock Exchange of India specifically designed for debt securities. This segment enables trading and transactions related to various debt instruments. The NSE holidays in 2024 would also apply to the debt segment, indicating the days when trading activities for debt securities would not take place.

S.NODateDayHolidays
126-Jan-2024FridayRepublic Day
219-Feb-2024MondayChatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti
308-Mar-2024FridayMahashivratri
425-Mar-2024MondayHoli
529-Mar-2024FridayGood Friday
601-Apr-2024MondayAnnual Bank Closing
709-Apr-2024TuesdayGudhipadwa
811-Apr-2024ThursdayId-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Id)
917-Apr-2024WednesdayRam Navami
1001-May-2024WednesdayMaharashtra Day
1123-May-2024ThursdayBuddha Pournima
1217-Jun-2024MondayBakri Id
1317-Jul-2024WednesdayMuharram
1415-Aug-2024ThursdayIndependence Day/Parsi New Year
1516-Sep-2024MondayId-E-Milad
1602-Oct-2024WednesdayMahatma Gandhi Jayanti
1701-Nov-2024FridayDiwali Laxmi Pujan
1815-Nov-2024FridayGurunanak Jayanti
1925-Dec-2024WednesdayChristmas

Commodity Derivatives Segment

The following are the stock market holidays 2024 (trading holidays) for the Commodity Derivatives Segment for the current year:

S.No.HolidaysDateDay
1.Republic DayJanuary 26, 2024Friday
2MahashivratriMarch 08, 2024Friday
3HoliMarch 25, 2024Monday
4Good FridayMarch 29, 2024Friday
5Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid)April 11, 2024Thursday
6Shri Ram NavmiApril 17, 2024Wednesday
7Maharashtra DayMay 01, 2024Wednesday
8Bakri IdJune 17, 2024Monday
9MoharramJuly 17, 2024Wednesday
10Independence Day/Parsi New YearAugust 15, 2024Thursday
11Mahatma Gandhi JayantiOctober 02, 2024Wednesday
12Diwali Laxmi Pujan*November 01, 2024Friday
13Gurunanak JayantiNovember 15, 2024Friday
14ChristmasDecember 25, 2024Wednesday

Morning session - 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Evening session - 5:00 PM to 11:30/11:55 PM

*5:00 PM to 9:00 PM/9:30 PM for Internationally linked Agricultural commodities

*Muhurat Trading will take place on November 01, 2024. The timings of Muhurat Trading will be notified eventually.

Muhurat Trading

Muhurat Trading is a special and propitious event in the stock market that occurs for a duration of one hour during Diwali, one of India's most cherished festivals. It is regarded as an auspicious time for investors and traders to engage in trading activities. This year, Muhurat Trading is scheduled to take place on November 01, 2024. During this limite timeframe, individuals have the opportunity to make investments and initiate trades, with the belief that it may bring prosperity and good fortune throughout the year. The atmosphere during Muhurat Trading is festive and unique, as market participants embrace the spirit of Diwali while conducting their transactions.

Muhurat Trading SessionCapital Market (in hours)
Block Deal Session5.45 PM to 6.00 PM
Pre-Open Market6.00 PM to 6.08 PM
Normal Market6.15 PM to 7.15 PM
Call Auction Session6.20 PM to 7.05 PM
Closing Session7.25 PM to 7.35 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

A settlement holiday on the NSE refers to a day when the stock market is open for trading, but central depositories such as CDSL and NSDL are closed. On settlement holidays, the delivery of securities does not take place, as the depositories are unavailable.

In 2024, there are a total of 119 trading holidays on the NSE. These include 15 national holidays that fall on weekdays and 104 holidays that occur on Saturdays and Sundays.

Yes, the NSE has the authority to modify the holidays that have been initially announced. Any changes would be communicated in advance through circulars or official announcements provided by the NSE.

The last stock market holiday in 2024 is Christmas, which falls on December 25. On this day, the NSE, along with other financial markets, will remain closed.

If a holiday coincides with the expiration day of a weekly equity options contract, the NSE is required to shift the expiration date to the preceding working day before the holiday. This adjustment ensures that market participants have the opportunity to manage their options contracts without any disruption caused by the holiday.

Indian Holidays in 2024