Investors and traders will get fewer chances to trade next week. On Friday, May 1, 2026, the Indian stock market will remain closed. Both National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will not operate on this day.
This means no buying or selling of shares will take place. Activities like derivatives trading and securities lending and borrowing (SLB) will also remain suspended.
If you are active in the market, it is important to plan your trades in advance to avoid any last-minute issues.
Why Is the Stock Market Closed?
The stock market will be shut on May 1 due to Maharashtra Day. This day marks the formation of the state of Maharashtra and is celebrated every year.
Since both NSE and BSE are based in Mumbai, trading remains completely closed on this occasion.
MCX Trading Will Be Partially Open
While the stock market will be fully closed, the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) will follow a different schedule.
Trading on MCX will be closed during the morning session from 9 AM to 5 PM. However, the evening session will run as usual from 5 PM to 11:55 PM.
List of Upcoming Stock Market Holidays in 2026
Here are some important upcoming holidays when the market will remain closed:
May 1 – Maharashtra Day
May 28 – Bakrid (Eid)
June 26 – Muharram
September 14 – Ganesh Chaturthi
October 2 – Gandhi Jayanti
October 20 – Dussehra
November 10 – Diwali
November 24 – Guru Nanak Jayanti
December 25 – Christmas Day
Weekly Market Holidays
The stock market operates from Monday to Friday. Every Saturday and Sunday, markets remain closed as part of the weekly schedule.
Apart from weekends, special holidays are announced in advance so that investors can plan their activities without confusion.
