Indian stock markets will remain closed today, Thursday, May 28, 2026, on account of Bakri Id (Eid al-Adha), one of the most significant Islamic festivals observed across the world. Both the NSE and BSE have suspended trading activity across equity, derivatives and currency segments for the day.
Key Highlights
- NSE and BSE remain closed today on account of Bakri Id holiday across India.
- MCX commodity trading will resume only during the evening session after 5 PM.
Bakri Id, also known as Eid al-Adha, commemorates the spirit of sacrifice, devotion and compassion, inspired by Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God’s command. The holiday has resulted in a shortened trading week for Indian investors and traders.
Trading across the Indian stock market will resume on Friday, May 29, during regular market hours. The NSE and BSE normally operate from 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM IST, while the pre-open session takes place between 9:00 AM and 9:15 AM.
Stock Market Holidays in 2026: Complete NSE & BSE Holiday Calendar
Here is the full list of official stock market holidays for 2026, during which trading on the NSE and BSE will remain suspended across equity, derivatives and currency segments.
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Date |
Day |
Holiday |
|---|---|---|
|
January 15, 2026 |
Thursday |
Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Election |
|
January 26, 2026 |
Monday |
Republic Day |
|
March 3, 2026 |
Tuesday |
Holi |
|
March 26, 2026 |
Thursday |
Shri Ram Navami |
|
March 31, 2026 |
Tuesday |
Shri Mahavir Jayanti |
|
April 3, 2026 |
Friday |
Good Friday |
|
April 14, 2026 |
Tuesday |
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti |
|
May 1, 2026 |
Friday |
Maharashtra Day |
|
May 28, 2026 |
Thursday |
Bakri Id (Eid al-Adha) |
|
June 26, 2026 |
Friday |
Muharram |
|
September 14, 2026 |
Monday |
Ganesh Chaturthi |
|
October 2, 2026 |
Friday |
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
|
October 20, 2026 |
Tuesday |
Dussehra |
|
November 10, 2026 |
Tuesday |
Diwali Balipratipada |
|
November 24, 2026 |
Tuesday |
Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji |
|
December 25, 2026 |
Friday |
Christmas |
According to the official exchange calendar, Bakri Id marks the ninth stock market holiday of 2026. After this, Indian markets will remain closed on occasions including Muharram (June 26), Ganesh Chaturthi (September 14), Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti (October 2), Dussehra (October 20), Diwali Balipratipada (November 10), Guru Nanak Jayanti (November 24) and Christmas (December 25).
Investors are advised to plan trades and settlements accordingly, especially considering India’s T+1 settlement cycle, which may delay fund and share settlements by one working day due to the holiday.
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MCX To Operate Only in Evening Session
Unlike equity markets, the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) will observe a partial holiday today. The commodity exchange will remain closed during the morning session between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, while trading will resume in the evening session from 5:00 PM to 11:30 PM.
Meanwhile, the National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) will remain fully closed for both trading sessions on May 28.
