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Stock market closed for next 3 days - here is why | Check NSE calendar dates October 2026
Mint 1 hr ago·1 Oct 2026, 8:33 am
The Indian stock market will observe a three-day holiday next week due to the upcoming Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti. Trading will remain suspended on Friday, October 2, and will also be closed on Saturday, October 3, and Sunday, October 4. This break is scheduled to allow investors and market participants to observe the national holiday honoring Mahatma Gandhi.
For retail investors, this closure means no trading activity or settlement of transactions during these days. While the market is closed, the bond market and commodity exchanges may also observe a holiday, though trading hours for equity derivatives could remain open. It is important to note that this break is a fixed annual event and does not reflect any change in market operations or volatility.
Investors should plan their trading strategies accordingly, as the market will resume operations on Monday, October 5. No specific stock is directly affected by this holiday, as it applies to the entire exchange. Keep an eye on the NSE calendar for any further updates or changes to trading schedules.
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