The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has announced its trading holiday schedule for 2026 across the Equity Segment, Equity Derivatives Segment, and Securities Lending & Borrowing (SLB) Segment.
The exchange remains closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and on holidays declared by the exchange.
NSE Holidays – March 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| March 03, 2026 | Tuesday | Holi |
| March 26, 2026 | Thursday | Shri Ram Navami |
| March 31, 2026 | Tuesday | Shri Mahavir Jayanti |
NSE Trading Timings 2026
The National Stock Exchange facilitates trading in various segments throughout the week, excluding weekends and declared holidays.
Understanding the detailed market schedule is critical for investors and traders to plan entry, exit, hedging, and settlement strategies efficiently.
Equity Market Timings
Pre-Open Session: 9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Order Entry & Modification: 9:00 AM – 9:08 AM
Order Matching & Confirmation: 9:08 AM – 9:15 AM
Regular Trading Session: 9:15 AM – 3:30 PM
Closing Session: 3:30 PM – 3:40 PM
Equity Derivatives Segment
Normal Market Open: 9:15 AM
Market Close: 3:30 PM
SLB (Securities Lending & Borrowing) Segment
Market Timings: 9:15 AM – 3:30 PM.
