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Updated - May 15, 2024 at 01:26 PM.
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 2024 | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Republic Day | January 26, 2024 | Friday |
| 2 | Mahashivratri | March 08, 2024 | Friday |
| 3 | Holi | March 25, 2024 | Monday |
| 4 | Good Friday | March 29, 2024 | Friday |
| 5 | Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid) | April 11, 2024 | Thursday |
| 6 | Shri Ram Navmi | April 14, 2024 | Friday |
| 7 | Maharashtra Day | May 01, 2024 | Wednesday |
| 8 | Bakri Id | June 17, 2024 | Monday |
| 9 | Moharram | July 17, 2024 | Wednesday |
| 10 | Independence Day/Parsi New Year | August 15, 2024 | Thursday |
| 11 | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | October 02, 2024 | Wednesday |
| 12 | Diwali Laxmi Pujan* | November 01, 2024 | Friday |
| 13 | Gurunanak Jayanti | November 15, 2024 | Friday |
| 14 | Christmas | December 25, 2024 | Wednesday |
Meanwhile, the following NSE trade holidays fall on weekends this year:
| S.No. | Holidays | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti | April 14, 2024 | Sunday |
| 2 | Shri Mahavir Jayanti | April 21, 2024 | Sunday |
| 3 | Ganesh Chaturthi | September 07, 2024 | Saturday |
| 4 | Dussehra | October 12, 2024 | Saturday |
| 5 | Diwali-Balipratipada | November 02, 2024 | Saturday |
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.NO | Date | Day | Holidays |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26-Jan-2024 | Friday | Republic Day |
| 2 | 19-Feb-2024 | Monday | Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti |
| 3 | 08-Mar-2024 | Friday | Mahashivratri |
| 4 | 25-Mar-2024 | Monday | Holi |
| 5 | 29-Mar-2024 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 6 | 01-Apr-2024 | Monday | Annual Bank Closing |
| 7 | 09-Apr-2024 | Tuesday | Gudhipadwa |
| 8 | 11-Apr-2024 | Thursday | Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Id) |
| 9 | 17-Apr-2024 | Wednesday | Ram Navami |
| 10 | 01-May-2024 | Wednesday | Maharashtra Day |
| 11 | 23-May-2024 | Thursday | Buddha Pournima |
| 12 | 17-Jun-2024 | Monday | Bakri Id |
| 13 | 17-Jul-2024 | Wednesday | Muharram |
| 14 | 15-Aug-2024 | Thursday | Independence Day/Parsi New Year |
| 15 | 16-Sep-2024 | Monday | Id-E-Milad |
| 16 | 02-Oct-2024 | Wednesday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| 17 | 01-Nov-2024 | Friday | Diwali Laxmi Pujan |
| 18 | 15-Nov-2024 | Friday | Gurunanak Jayanti |
| 19 | 25-Dec-2024 | Wednesday | Christmas |
Commodity Derivatives Segment
The following are the stock market holidays 2024 (trading holidays) for the Commodity Derivatives Segment for the current year:
| S.No. | Holidays | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Republic Day | January 26, 2024 | Friday |
| 2 | Mahashivratri | March 08, 2024 | Friday |
| 3 | Holi | March 25, 2024 | Monday |
| 4 | Good Friday | March 29, 2024 | Friday |
| 5 | Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid) | April 11, 2024 | Thursday |
| 6 | Shri Ram Navmi | April 17, 2024 | Wednesday |
| 7 | Maharashtra Day | May 01, 2024 | Wednesday |
| 8 | Bakri Id | June 17, 2024 | Monday |
| 9 | Moharram | July 17, 2024 | Wednesday |
| 10 | Independence Day/Parsi New Year | August 15, 2024 | Thursday |
| 11 | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | October 02, 2024 | Wednesday |
| 12 | Diwali Laxmi Pujan* | November 01, 2024 | Friday |
| 13 | Gurunanak Jayanti | November 15, 2024 | Friday |
| 14 | Christmas | December 25, 2024 | Wednesday |
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 Session | Capital Market (in hours) |
|---|---|
| Block Deal Session | 5.45 PM to 6.00 PM |
| Pre-Open Market | 6.00 PM to 6.08 PM |
| Normal Market | 6.15 PM to 7.15 PM |
| Call Auction Session | 6.20 PM to 7.05 PM |
| Closing Session | 7.25 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
- BSE Holidays List 2024
- Bank Holidays List 2024
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