Kamal Ghorui
Indian markets are set for a shortened trading week, with the NSE and BSE remaining closed on Friday, May 1, for Maharashtra Day. The holiday will pause trading across equity, equity derivatives and related segments.For investors planning trades or settlements, Friday’s closure will be the latest scheduled market break after the April 14 holiday observed for Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti.
Are NSE and BSE open on May 1?
No. Both the National Stock Exchange and BSE will remain shut on Friday, May 1.Normal trading will resume on the next working day after the holiday which is May 4, 2026.
Is MCX open on May 1?
The Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) will remain closed in the morning session but will reopen for the evening session.The National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX), however, will remain shut for both sessions on Friday.
What is the next stock market holiday after May 1?
After Maharashtra Day, the next scheduled holiday for stock markets is May 28 on account of Bakri Id.
How many market holidays are left in 2026?
A total of 16 stock market holidays are scheduled for 2026. Seven have already passed. After the May 1 break, eight more full market holidays remain this year.The remaining holidays are:
- May 28- Bakri Id
- June 26 – Muharram
- September 14 – Ganesh Chaturthi
- October 2 – Gandhi Jayanti
- October 20 – Dussehra
- November 10 – Diwali Balipratipada
- November 24 – Guru Nanak Jayanti
- December 25 – Christmas
Which holidays fall on weekends?
Some major holidays in 2026 fall on weekends and therefore do not lead to exchange closures:
- Mahashivratri – February 15
- Eid-Ul-Fitr – March 21
- Independence Day – August 15
- Diwali Laxmi Pujan – November 8
Will there be Muhurat Trading?
Yes, Diwali Laxmi Pujan falls on a Sunday this year, and exchanges are expected to hold the customary Muhurat Trading session on November 8.The timing for the one-hour special session will be announced closer to the date.
