Stock Market Holidays in October 2025
The stock market in India will be closed for a few days in October 2025. Traders using the NSE and BSE should note these days to plan their trades.
The first closure was on October 2 for Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti, and both exchanges remained shut
After that, the market will pause on October 21 for Diwali Laxmi Pujan. However, there will be a short Muhurat trading session that evening.
The very next day, October 22, is Diwali Balipratipada. The stock market will again stay closed.
So in total, there are two full holidays and one special session in October 2025.
| Date | Occasion | Exchanges Closed |
|---|---|---|
| October 2 | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti / Dussehra | BSE, NSE |
| October 21 | Diwali Laxmi Pujan (Muhurat Trading) | BSE, NSE |
| October 22 | Diwali Balipratipada | BSE, NSE |
The Muhurat trading day is a symbolic event. Many investors take part for good luck, not just profit. It usually lasts for about an hour in the evening. Both NSE and BSE run it at the same time.
These holidays affect equity and derivatives trading together. Other segments like commodities and currency follow similar schedules.
Regular trading resumes the next business day after each holiday. Still, some investors prefer to avoid major positions around festivals since market volume remains low.
The October holidays also fall in the middle of corporate results season. That means traders might expect some gaps in price trends once the market reopens.
These breaks are important because they give time for global events to influence prices. Foreign markets may stay open when Indian exchanges take a pause. So traders often adjust strategies in advance.
October is one of the busiest months for festivals. That brings short trading weeks and sometimes light volumes. Knowing these off days helps with planning orders, settlement dates, and liquidity management.
The National Stock Exchange opens daily from 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM when there is no holiday. Pre-open sessions start a few minutes earlier.
Tracking these holiday dates is part of disciplined trading. It avoids confusion and keeps execution smooth.
To sum up, the Indian stock market in October 2025 will be closed on October 2, October 21, and October 22. The Diwali Muhurat session will take place on October 21 evening.
These are fixed across BSE and NSE and form part of the official trading holiday list for 2025.
Disclaimer:
The dates mentioned are based on the official trading holiday list for 2025, and traders should verify with the respective exchanges for any updates. The information provided here is for informational purposes and should not be considered as financial advice.
