The National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will remain closed on May 28, 2026, on account of Bakrid (Eid-ul-Adha). According to the official holiday calendar released by the exchanges, there will be no trading in the equity, derivative, and currency segments on this day.
Full List of Stock Market Holidays 2026
The NSE and BSE have announced a total of 15 trading holidays for the calendar year 2026. These include both fixed and festival-based holidays. Here is the complete list:
- January 26 – Republic Day
- February 16 – Maha Shivaratri
- March 2 – Holi
- March 27 – Good Friday
- April 14 – Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti
- April 21 – Ram Navami
- May 1 – Maharashtra Day
- May 28 – Bakrid (Eid-ul-Adha)
- July 17 – Muharram
- August 15 – Independence Day
- August 31 – Ganesh Chaturthi
- October 2 – Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
- October 22 – Dussehra
- November 7 – Diwali (Laxmi Pujan)
- November 8 – Diwali Balipratipada
Please note that the list may be subject to change. Traders and investors are advised to plan their activities accordingly.
Trading and Settlement on Holidays
On Bakrid, all segments of the stock market will remain closed. However, the exchanges have clarified that if a holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the market will remain closed on that day as well. There will be no special trading sessions on holidays.
Settlement of trades will be carried out on the next working day. For example, trades executed on May 27 will be settled on May 29, as May 28 is a holiday. Investors are advised to check the holiday calendar before placing orders.
Impact on Investors
The stock market holiday on Bakrid will affect trading volumes and liquidity. Typically, market activity remains subdued on holidays. Investors with pending deliveries or margin calls should ensure timely action.
For those planning to trade on the day before the holiday, it is important to note that the market may experience higher volatility due to reduced participation. It is advisable to monitor news and global cues closely.
The full holiday list is available on the official websites of NSE and BSE. Market participants are encouraged to download the calendar for reference.
