BSE Holidays 2025

BSE trading runs from 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on weekdays, with pre-market from 9:00 to 9:15 a.m. BSE is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and certain national holidays.
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BSE Holidays 2025
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13-February-2025

The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) stands as one of the oldest and most prominent stock exchanges in India, tracing its origins back to the mid-19th century. With its headquarters located in Mumbai, the BSE has garnered global recognition for its robust infrastructure, transparent trading mechanisms, and diverse array of listed companies.

As a dynamic marketplace where investors, traders, and corporates converge, the BSE operates on designated trading days throughout the year, punctuated by intervals of holidays. These holidays, spanning various occasions and festivals, not only reflect the cultural diversity of India but also impact the rhythm of trading activities on the exchange. In 2025, understanding the schedule of BSE holidays becomes imperative for stakeholders looking to plan their investment strategies and navigate the fluctuations of the financial markets effectively.

BSE Holidays for 2025 – Equity segment, equity derivative segment and SLB segment

The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) observes several trading holidays in 2025 across the equity, equity derivative, and SLB (Securities Lending and Borrowing) segments. Below is the list of holidays for the calendar year 2025:

Sr. No.

Holidays

Date

Day

1

Mahashivratri

February 26, 2025

Wednesday

2

Holi

March 14, 2025

Friday

3

Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Id)

March 31, 2025

Monday

4

Shri Mahavir Jayanti

April 10, 2025

Thursday

5

Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti

April 14, 2025

Monday

6

Good Friday

April 18, 2025

Friday

7

Maharashtra Day

May 01, 2025

Thursday

8

Independence Day

August 15, 2025

Friday

9

Ganesh Chaturthi

August 27, 2025

Wednesday

10

Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti/Dussehra

October 02, 2025

Thursday

11

*Diwali Laxmi Pujan

October 21, 2025

Tuesday

12

Diwali Balipratipada

October 22, 2025

Wednesday

13

Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev

November 05, 2025

Wednesday

14

Christmas

December 25, 2025

Thursday

 

Trading holidays for the calendar year 2025 for the commodity derivatives segment

For the commodity derivatives segment, trading sessions follow specific schedules during holidays. The table below highlights the holidays and their session-wise availability:

Sr. No.

Festival Name

Date

Day

Morning Session (9:00 am to 5:00 pm)

Evening Session (5:00 pm to 11:30/11:55 pm)

1

New Year Day

January 01, 2025

Wednesday

Open

Closed

2

Mahashivratri

February 26, 2025

Wednesday

Closed

Open

3

Holi

March 14, 2025

Friday

Closed

Open

4

Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Id)

March 31, 2025

Monday

Closed

Open

5

Shri Mahavir Jayanti

April 10, 2025

Thursday

Closed

Open

6

Dr.Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti

April 14, 2025

Monday

Closed

Open

7

Good Friday

April 18, 2025

Friday

Closed

Closed

8

Maharashtra Day

May 01, 2025

Thursday

Closed

Open

9

Independence Day

August 15, 2025

Friday

Closed

Closed

10

Ganesh Chaturthi

August 27, 2025

Wednesday

Closed

Open

11

Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti / Dussehra

October 02, 2025

Thursday

Closed

Closed

12

*Diwali Laxmi Pujan

October 21, 2025

Tuesday

Closed

Open

13

Diwali Balipratipada

October 22, 2025

Wednesday

Closed

Open

14

Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev

November 05, 2025

Wednesday

Closed

Open

15

Christmas

December 25, 2025

Thursday

Closed

Closed

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Currency derivatives segments for the calendar year 2025

The currency derivatives segment observes specific trading holidays for 2025. The following table outlines the scheduled holidays:

Sr. No.

Holiday

Date

Day

1

Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti

February 19, 2025

Wednesday

2

Mahashivratri

February 26, 2025

Wednesday

3

Holi

March 14, 2025

Friday

4

Annual Bank Closing

April 01, 2025

Tuesday

5

Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Id)

March 31, 2025

Monday

6

Good Friday

April 18, 2025

Friday

7

Maharashtra Day

May 01, 2025

Thursday

8

Buddha Purnima

May 12, 2025

Monday

9

Muharram

June 27, 2025

Friday

10

Independence Day

August 15, 2025

Friday

11

Ganesh Chaturthi

August 27, 2025

Wednesday

12

Id-E-Milad

September 5, 2025

Friday

13

Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti/Dussehra

October 02, 2025

Thursday

14

*Diwali Laxmi Pujan

October 21, 2025

Tuesday

15

Diwali Balipratipada

October 22, 2025

Wednesday

16

Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev

November 05, 2025

Wednesday

17

Christmas

December 25, 2025

Thursday


Trading timings in BSE

Let us delve into the trading timings of the BSE:

1. Pre-open timings:

  • The pre-opening session occurs from 9:00 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. before the regular trading hours.
  • During this time, investors can place orders for buying or selling securities.
  • The pre-opening session is further divided into three segments:
    • 9:00 a.m. – 9:08 a.m.: Investors can place orders during this period. These orders receive priority when actual trading begins.
    • 9:08 a.m. – 9:12 a.m.: Price determination for securities takes place during this segment. Matching orders ensure accurate transactions.
    • 9:12 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.: A transition period between pre-opening and regular trading. No additional orders can be placed during this time.

2. Regular trading timings:

  • The primary trading session lasts from 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on weekdays.
  • Transactions during this time follow a bilateral order matching system, where prices are determined by demand and supply forces.
  • Market fluctuations occur due to this system, impacting security prices.

3. Timings of block deal session:

  • Block deals refer to large transactions of shares between institutional investors.
  • Morning window: This window shall operate between 08:45 AM to 09:00 AM.
  • Afternoon window: This window shall operate between 02:05 PM to 2:20 PM.
  • During this session, block deals are executed at negotiated prices.

Remember that these timings are set in Indian standard time (IST) and apply to both the BSE and the National Stock Exchange (NSE).

Trading holidays falling on Saturday/ Sunday - BSE

Date

Day

Holiday

January 26, 2025

Sunday

Republic Day

April 6, 2025

Sunday

Ram Navami

June 7, 2025

Saturday

Bakri Eid

July 6, 2025

Sunday

Moharram


Muhurat trading on BSE

In 2025, Muhurat trading on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will take place on October 21, which falls on a Tuesday. During this special session, the BSE will open for one hour of trading, known as the Muhurat trading, to mark the occasion of Diwali – Laxmi Pujan.

Investors can participate in this auspicious trading window to celebrate the festival of lights and make investment decisions.Investors can participate in this auspicious trading window to celebrate the festival of lights and make investment decisions.

Conclusion

In summary, these holidays affect how the Bombay Stock Exchange works, changing how much trading happens and how people feel about the market. For investors and traders, knowing about these holidays is important for making smart decisions and dealing with risks. By keeping track of when holidays are and how they might affect the market, people can make better choices when dealing with India's financial markets.

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Frequently asked questions

How many trading holidays are there in 2025?

In 2025, the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) have scheduled 14 trading holidays. These include major festivals and national events such as Mahashivratri, Holi, Id-Ul-Fitr, Diwali, and Christmas. Notably, Republic Day, Shri Ram Navami, Bakri Id, and Muharram fall on weekends in 2025 and do not contribute to weekday trading holidays.

Does the BSE operate on Saturdays and Sundays?

No, the BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange) does not operate on Saturdays and Sundays. It remains closed on weekends.

What are the regular BSE trading hours?

The regular trading hours for BSE are from 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.

Which month in the year 2025 has maximum BSE trading holidays?

The months with the maximum BSE trading holidays in 2025 are April and October. This is due to a combination of religious and national holidays falling within this month.

Can the BSE change the declared holidays?

Yes, the BSE can modify declared holidays based on regulatory decisions or unforeseen circumstances and announce the revised holidays through a circular. Although, such changes are infrequent.

Are the timings different for different trading instruments in BSE trading?

Yes, the trading hours can be slightly different for different instruments (equity, derivatives, and commodities) on BSE.

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