Indian stock markets are scheduled to remain closed on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, in observance of Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti. This gazetted holiday will impact trading across the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and BSE, affecting equity, equity derivatives, and currency derivatives segments.
Commodity Markets Also Affected
The Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) will operate on a partial holiday schedule. Its morning session on April 14 will be closed, but trading will resume for the evening session. In contrast, the National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) will be fully shut for both morning and evening sessions on the day.
Upcoming Market Holidays in 2026
Following Ambedkar Jayanti, investors should note the subsequent market holidays for 2026:
- May 1: Maharashtra Day
- 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
Several other holidays in 2026, such as Maha Shivaratri (February 15), Eid al-Fitr (March 21), and Independence Day (August 15), fall on weekends and will therefore not impact trading days.
Diwali Muhurat Trading
Diwali Laxmi Pujan is observed on a Sunday this year (November 8). As per tradition, stock exchanges will conduct a special Muhurat Trading session on November 8, with specific timings to be announced closer to the date.