Kamal Ghorui
As March begins, investors and traders in India’s equities market are advised to carefully plan their schedules around the upcoming public holidays. Trading on the equities segment takes place on all weekdays, with the exception of Saturdays, Sundays, and those holidays that have been officially declared in advance by the Exchange. Being aware of these non-trading days is essential, as it enables market participants to schedule their transactions and investment moves without disruption, ensuring they stay on top of key trading opportunities. Familiarity with the holiday calendar, along with the specific timings of trading sessions, allows investors to prepare in advance, manage their activities smoothly, and make well-timed decisions when buying or selling equities.
When will stock market remain closed in March 2026?
- March 03, Tuesday – Holi
- March 26, Thursday – Shri Ram Navami
- March 31, Tuesday – Shri Mahavir Jayanti
In addition, Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid) would have been observed as a market holiday, however, since it falls on Saturday, March 21, the market is already closed, making it a non-trading day by default.Upcoming holidays in the year:
- April 3, Friday – Good Friday
- April 14, Monday – Ambedkar Jayanti
- May 1, Thursday – Maharashtra Day
- May 28, Wednesday – Bakri Id
- June 26, Friday – Muharram
- September 14, Sunday – Ganesh Chaturthi
- October 2, Thursday – Gandhi Jayanti
- October 20, Monday – Dussehra
- November 10, Monday – Diwali Balipratipada
- November 24, Monday – Guru Nanak Jayanti
- December 25, Thursday – Christmas
