Investors and traders will get fewer chances to trade next week. On May 1, 2026, both major stock exchanges — National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) — will remain closed.
This means there will be no buying or selling of shares on that day. Trading in derivatives and securities lending and borrowing (SLB) will also be completely stopped.
If you are planning any trades, it’s important to prepare in advance to avoid last-minute issues.
Why Is the Stock Market Closed?
The market will remain shut due to Maharashtra Day, which is celebrated every year on May 1.
This day marks the formation of the state of Maharashtra. Since it is an official holiday, all trading activities on NSE and BSE will stay suspended for the entire day.
MCX Trading Will Continue in the Evening
While the stock market will be fully closed, the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) will follow a different schedule.
Trading on MCX will remain closed during the morning session from 9 AM to 5 PM. However, the evening session will operate normally from 5 PM to 11:55 PM.
Upcoming Stock Market Holidays in 2026
Here are some important upcoming holidays when markets will remain closed:
May 1 – Maharashtra Day
May 28 – Bakrid (Eid)
June 26 – Muharram
September 14 – Ganesh Chaturthi
October 2 – Gandhi Jayanti
October 20 – Dussehra
November 10 – Diwali
November 24 – Guru Nanak Jayanti
December 25 – Christmas
Weekly Market Holidays
The stock market operates from Monday to Friday.
Every Saturday and Sunday, the market remains closed as part of the regular weekly holiday schedule.
Apart from weekends, special holidays like festivals and national events are announced in advance so that investors can plan their trades without any confusion.
