NSE Holidays List in 2024

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India, established in 1992, has revolutionised the trading landscape with its state-of-the-art infrastructure and electronic trading system. Operating from Monday to Friday, the NSE's trading hours are divided into pre-opening (9:00 AM to 9:15 AM) and regular trading sessions (9:15 AM to 3:30 PM).

These timings ensure seamless trading experiences for investors, providing ample opportunity to engage with the market. Understanding the schedule is crucial for planning your trading activities effectively.

Are you planning your trading strategy for the coming year? Don’t miss out on important trading opportunities by overlooking market closures. Check out our comprehensive guide on "NSE holidays'' for 2024 to stay ahead and make informed decisions. Knowing whether today is an NSE holiday or not can help you strategise better and avoid any last-minute surprises in your trading activities.

NSE Holidays 2024

Navigating the trading calendar is essential for investors and traders. To help you plan your trading activities efficiently, here is the list of NSE trading holidays for 2024. Mark these dates on your calendar to avoid any interruptions in your trading plans.

Holidays	Date	Day
Special Holiday	January 22, 2024	Monday
Republic Day	January 26, 2024	Friday
Mahashivratri	March 8, 2024	Friday
Holi	March 25, 2024	Monday
Good Friday	March 29, 2024	Friday
Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid)	April 11, 2024	Thursday
Ram Navami	April 17, 2024	Wednesday
Maharashtra Day	May 1, 2024	Wednesday
General Parliamentary Elections	May 20, 2024	Monday
Bakrid/Eid ul-Adha	June 17, 2024	Monday
Moharram	July 17, 2024	Wednesday
Independence Day/Parsi New Year	August 15, 2024	Thursday
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti	October 2, 2024	Wednesday
Diwali Laxmi Pujan	November 1, 2024	Friday
Gurunanak Jayanti	November 15, 2024	Friday
Christmas	December 25, 2024	Wednesday

Make sure to note these NSE holidays to ensure a smooth trading experience throughout the year.

Holidays that Fall on Saturday and Sunday

While planning your trading year, it's essential to be aware of holidays that coincide with weekends when the NSE is already closed. Here are the dates for such holidays in 2024:

Holiday	Date	Day
Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti	April 14, 2024	Sunday
Mahavir Jayanti	April 21, 2024	Sunday
Ganesh Chaturthi	September 7, 2024	Saturday
Dussehra	October 12, 2024	Saturday
Diwali-Balipratipada	November 2, 2024	Saturday

NSE Trading Schedule Explained

1. Pre-open Timings

   The National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India initiates its trading day with a pre-open session designed to facilitate the orderly opening of the market. This brief period lasts 15 minutes and spans from 9:00 to 9:15 a.m. The pre-open session is divided into two phases: order gathering and order matching.

2. Regular Trading Timings

   Following the pre-open session, the NSE trading time today transitions into its regular trading hours from 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This period constitutes the core trading session for equities on the exchange, encompassing 6 hours and 15 minutes without any mid-day break for lunch.

3. Block Deal Session Timings

   In addition to regular trading, the NSE also facilitates block deals through specific sessions designed for large transactions.

   
   

   Session I: The first block deal session occurs from 8:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., preceding the general market opening. This early session allows for sizable transactions to be executed before regular trading begins, catering to institutional investors and large stakeholders.
   

   Session II: The second block deal session, strategically positioned within the trading day, takes place from 2:05 p.m. to 2:20 p.m. This session provides another opportunity for block transactions, accommodating participants who may wish to execute significant trades during the mid-session period.

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