BSE, NSE Stock Market Holidays 2025: Full Month-Wise List and Key Highlights
The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) have released the official list of stock market holidays for 2025, announcing a total of 14 trading holidays for the year. Here’s a month-wise breakdown of the holidays along with important details for traders and investors.
Month-Wise List of Stock Market Holidays 2025
Date | Day | Holiday |
---|---|---|
February 26, 2025 | Wednesday | Mahashivratri |
March 14, 2025 | Friday | Holi |
March 31, 2025 | Monday | Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid) |
April 10, 2025 | Thursday | Shri Mahavir Jayanti |
April 14, 2025 | Monday | Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti |
April 18, 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
May 1, 2025 | Thursday | Maharashtra Day |
August 15, 2025 | Friday | Independence Day |
August 27, 2025 | Wednesday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
October 2, 2025 | Thursday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti / Dussehra |
October 21, 2025 | Tuesday | Diwali Laxmi Pujan |
October 22, 2025 | Wednesday | Diwali Balipratipada |
November 5, 2025 | Wednesday | Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev |
December 25, 2025 | Thursday | Christmas |
*Note: Muhurat Trading will be conducted on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. The timings for Muhurat Trading will be announced later.*
Highlights of the 2025 Stock Market Holidays
February Holidays
- The first market holiday of 2025 falls on February 26 (Wednesday) for Mahashivratri.
March Holidays
- The stock exchanges will remain closed on:
- March 14 (Friday) for Holi.
- March 31 (Monday) for Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Eid).
April Holidays
- With three holidays, April is one of the months with the most market closures:
- April 10 (Thursday): Shri Mahavir Jayanti.
- April 14 (Monday): Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti.
- April 18 (Friday): Good Friday.
May Holiday
- May 1 (Thursday): Maharashtra Day marks the only trading holiday in May.
August Holidays
- The markets will remain closed for two holidays in August:
- August 15 (Friday): Independence Day.
- August 27 (Wednesday): Ganesh Chaturthi.
October Holidays
- October features three major holidays:
- October 2 (Thursday): Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti / Dussehra.
- October 21 (Tuesday): Diwali Laxmi Pujan.
- October 22 (Wednesday): Diwali Balipratipada.
- The Muhurat Trading session will also take place on October 21, 2025, with exact timings to be announced.
November Holiday
- November 5 (Wednesday): The stock markets will close for Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti.
December Holiday
- The final trading holiday of the year falls on December 25 (Thursday) for Christmas.
Special Highlight: Muhurat Trading
- Date: October 21, 2025 (Tuesday)
- Details: The Muhurat Trading session is a unique tradition observed on Diwali, considered an auspicious time to invest in the stock market. The exact timings will be announced closer to the date.
Additional Information: Holidays Coinciding with Weekends
Several significant events in 2025 coincide with weekends, and therefore, the stock markets will remain open during these occasions:
- Republic Day (January 26): Falls on a Sunday.
- Shri Ram Navami (April 6): Falls on a Sunday.
- Muharram (July 6): Falls on a Sunday.
- Bakri Id (June 7): Falls on a Saturday.
This holiday calendar provides investors and traders a clear picture of market closures in 2025, helping them plan their trading strategies efficiently.
What This Means for Investors and Traders
- Preparation for Longer Breaks: Months like April and October with multiple holidays may cause extended market closures, requiring careful planning to avoid disruptions.
- Utilizing Muhurat Trading: Investors can take advantage of this symbolic session for strategic portfolio adjustments.
- Impact on Market Liquidity: Holiday periods often lead to reduced liquidity in the markets due to lower participation, which can impact pricing and volatility.
Implications of Holidays Coinciding with Weekends
Several key events in 2025, such as Republic Day (January 26), Shri Ram Navami (April 6), Muharram (July 6), and Bakri Id (June 7), fall on weekends. Since markets are already closed on Saturdays and Sundays, these dates will not affect trading schedules.
This comprehensive list and analysis of the BSE and NSE stock market holidays for 2025 ensure traders and investors can strategically plan their activities throughout the year, making the most of trading opportunities.