Markets remain shut today; Check full list of 2026 Stock Market holidays

India’s stock markets, including NSE and BSE, remained closed on March 31 on account of Mahavir Jayanti. Trading will also be susended on April 3 for Good Friday, making it a shortened week for investors.

Post Published By: Sona Saini

Updated : 31 March 2026, 9:52 AM IST

NSE, BSE Closed on Mahavir Jayanti,

Mumbai: This week is going to be a short one for investors and traders involved in the stock market. On March 31st, the country's major stock exchanges - BSE and NSE -  are completely closed on the occasion of Shri Mahavir Jayanti. This resulted in a complete shutdown of trading on Dalal Street, preventing investors from trading.

Two Major Holidays This Week

In addition to Mahavir Jayanti, there is another major holiday this week. The stock market will also be closed on Good Friday on April 3rd. This is the third time in the last two weeks that the market has been closed. Trading was previously closed on March 26th due to Shri Ram Navami. Due to the continuous holidays, market activity is low.

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Impact on Commodity Markets

The impact of Mahavir Jayanti was not limited to the equity market, but also affected the commodity market. The morning session on MCX (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) was closed, although trading will resum in the evening session. NCDEX, on the other hand, will close for the entire day, forcing commodity traders to adjust their strategies.

A total of 16 holidays in 2026

Looking at the stock market calendar for 2026, a total of 16 holidays are scheduled this year. Some of these major holidays have already occurred, while the market will remain closed on several important occasions in the coming months.

List of Upcoming Holidays

The market will remain closed on several major festivals and occasions in the coming months. These include:

• Good Friday in April 3
• Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Jayanti on April 14
• Maharashtra Day on May 1
• Bakrid on May 28
• Muharram on June 26
• Ganesh Chaturthi on September 14
• Gandhi Jayanti on October 2
• Dussehra on October 20
• Diwali on November 10
• Guru Nanak Jayanti on November 24
• Christmas on December 25

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Important Advice for Investors

Due to the continuous holidays, the number of trading days in the market has decreased, which requires investors to plan their strategies carefully. Experts believe that market volatility may increase during the holidays, so it is important to remain cautious.