Indian stock markets to remain closed on Christmas, NSE and BSE announce 2026 holiday list

NSE and BSE confirm stock market closure on December 25 as part of the 2026 holiday calendar.

Written by: Supriya Kadu

Edited by: Pinky Deshmukh

Last Updated: December 25, 2025

Summary: As part of the 2026 holiday schedule, the NSE and BSE will be closed on the occasion of Christmas.

Indian stock exchanges have officially announced that both the NSE (National Stock Exchange) and BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange) will be closed on December 25, 2025, in observance of Christmas Day. This comes as part of the stock market’s holiday schedule for early 2026, giving traders, brokers and investors a break during the festive season.

Because of the shutdown, trading will not be possible in the equity, derivatives, or currency markets on Christmas Day. Clearing and settlement will also stop for the day. Investors planning trades around the holiday should account for this gap, especially if they’re active in short-term strategies or near options expiry dates.

Alongside Christmas, the exchanges’ holiday list for 2026 includes other major public holidays when normal trading sessions will not take place. Festivals and national holidays are usually on these lists, but each person's calendar may be a little different based on local state holidays or changes to specific events announced by the exchanges.

For most market participants, knowing the holiday schedule in advance helps with planning — whether it’s adjusting positions, scheduling fund transfers, or timing corporate actions like rights issues and dividend record dates.

While Christmas falls on a Thursday this year, the market closure is only for the actual holiday date, and normal trading will resume the following day. Investors who are holidaying or travelling over the festive break should keep this in mind to avoid missing any critical trade or settlement deadlines.

With the year winding down and 2026 around the corner, the holiday calendar adds one more familiar pause to the rhythm of the market — a reminder that even global financial hubs take a moment to celebrate the season.