Stock Market Holiday 2026 brings an important schedule change for investors planning their Diwali trades.
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will remain closed on Tuesday, November 10, on account of Diwali-Balipratipada.
However, investors will get an opportunity to participate in the special Muhurat Trading session on Sunday, November 8.
The special trading session will mark the beginning of Samvat 2083, the new financial year according to the Hindu calendar.
Unlike regular trading days, the Muhurat session will operate for a limited period, allowing investors and traders to participate in the traditional Diwali market activity.
Stock Market Holiday 2026: Important Diwali Dates
The stock market schedule for Diwali 2026 includes two important dates that investors should keep in mind.
On Sunday, November 8, NSE and BSE will conduct the special Muhurat Trading session on the occasion of Diwali Lakshmi Pujan. The session will run from 2:20 PM to 3:30 PM.
On Tuesday, November 10, both exchanges will remain closed for regular equity trading due to Diwali-Balipratipada.
This means investors should not confuse the special Sunday trading session with the regular market holiday on Tuesday. The exchanges will operate under a separate schedule for Muhurat Trading.
Muhurat Trading 2026 Date and Timings
Muhurat Trading is an annual tradition in the Indian stock market. It is considered an auspicious occasion by many investors, who participate in trading to mark the beginning of the new Hindu financial year.
For 2026, the special session will take place on November 8. The important timings are:
Pre-open order entry: 2:05 PM to 2:15 PM.
Pre-open order matching and confirmation: 2:15 PM to 2:17 PM.
Pre-open buffer period: 2:17 PM to 2:20 PM.
Regular Muhurat Trading session: 2:20 PM to 3:30 PM.
The trading window will be considerably shorter than the normal equity market session, which generally operates from 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM.
Investors should check the applicable exchange and broker schedules for segment-specific timings and order-related conditions.
Why Is the Stock Market Closed on November 10?
November 10 is observed as Diwali-Balipratipada, also known as Bali Pratipada or Diwali Padwa.
The festival is associated with the traditional story of King Mahabali and Lord Vishnu’s Vamana avatar. It is observed on the fourth day of the Diwali festival in several parts of India.
Because of the festival, NSE and BSE have included November 10 in their 2026 trading holiday calendar.
Investors planning to buy or sell shares should consider this holiday while managing their trading positions, settlement schedules and upcoming transactions.
Remaining Stock Market Holidays in November 2026
Apart from Diwali-Balipratipada, Indian stock exchanges will observe another full trading holiday in November.
The NSE and BSE will remain closed on November 24, Tuesday, on account of Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev, also known as Guru Nanak Jayanti.
The final scheduled stock market holiday of 2026 will be December 25, Friday, for Christmas.
Investors should keep these dates in mind while planning their transactions, particularly if they have upcoming settlements or delivery-related requirements.
What Should Investors Keep in Mind?
Muhurat Trading is traditionally considered an auspicious time to begin investing or make symbolic purchases. Many investors participate in this special session as part of their Diwali celebrations.
However, an auspicious trading session does not guarantee profits. Share prices can fluctuate, and investment decisions should be based on financial goals, risk tolerance and proper research rather than festival sentiment alone.
Investors should also check their broker’s announcements regarding order placement, settlement holidays and available trading services.
With the special Muhurat session scheduled for November 8 and the regular market holiday on November 10, checking the revised trading calendar can help investors avoid confusion during the Diwali week.
