For traders and investors, knowing the stock market holiday schedule is key to planning trades and managing portfolios. Here is a fully updated and comprehensive list of stock market holidays in 2025 for the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE).

January: No Stock Market Holidays

January 2025 does not have any trading holidays. Even though Republic Day is a national holiday, it falls on Sunday, January 26, meaning there will be no additional closure for the stock market.

February: Maha Shivaratri Marks the First Holiday

The year’s first market holiday will be on Wednesday, February 26, for Maha Shivaratri.

March: Two Significant Holidays Close the Markets

The stock market will observe holidays in March on the following dates:

Holi on Friday, March 14.

Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Eid) on Monday, March 31.

April: Three Trading Holidays for Festivities

April 2025 features three stock market closures:

Mahavir Jayanti on Thursday, April 10.

Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti on Monday, April 14.

Good Friday on Friday, April 18.

May: Maharashtra Day Observance

On Thursday, May 1, the stock market will be closed in honor of Maharashtra Day.

August: Celebrating Independence Day and Ganesh Chaturthi

Trading will halt in August for two holidays:

Independence Day on Friday, August 15.

Ganesh Chaturthi on Wednesday, August 27.

October: Three Holidays, Including Diwali Celebrations

October 2025 has three major market holidays:

Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti on Thursday, October 2.

Diwali-Laxmi Pujan on Tuesday, October 21, along with a special Muhurat Trading session.

Diwali-Balipratipada on Wednesday, October 22.

November: Gurunanak Jayanti

A market holiday is scheduled on Wednesday, November 5, to celebrate Gurunanak Jayanti.

December: Christmas Ends the Holiday Calendar

The stock market will remain closed on Thursday, December 25, for Christmas.

Holidays Falling on Weekends in 2025

Certain holidays coincide with weekends, meaning they will not lead to additional market closures:

Republic Day on Sunday, January 26.

Shri Ram Navami on Sunday, April 6.

Muharram on Sunday, July 6.

Bakri Id on Saturday, June 7.

Final Notes for Investors and Traders

Being aware of stock market holidays in advance can help traders schedule transactions more effectively and avoid last-minute disruptions. By staying informed about these closures, you can better plan your investment strategies and trading activities.