The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) is a prestigious stock exchange operating in India, with a listing of over 6000 companies. It holds the distinction of being the oldest stock exchange in Asia and ranks as the third-largest stock exchange globally.

BSE plays a crucial role in regulating and managing India's financial markets, effectively channeling idle resources into the country's economic growth. It offers a wide range of market data products, corporate data products, end-of-day (EOD) products, and other data products.

Trading on the BSE occurs from 9.15 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. on weekdays, while Saturdays and Sundays are designated as BSE holidays. Pre-market open trading takes place between 9.00 to 9.15 a.m. Additionally, several national holidays of cultural and religious significance are also observed as BSE trading holidays.

The BSE has published a separate holiday list for 2024, categorizing holidays based on trading sectors. Trading holidays signify no transactions on the Bombay Stock Exchange, while clearing holidays involve the purchase and sale of securities, with the postponement of financial transfers from investors to companies as banks remain non-functional on those days.

Equity Segment, Equity Derivative Segment and SLB Segment

S.No.HolidaysDateDay
1Republic DayJanuary 26, 2024Friday
2MahashivratriMarch 08, 2024Friday
3HoliMarch 25, 2024Monday
4Good FridayMarch 29, 2024Friday
5Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Id)April 11, 2024Thursday
6Ram NavamiApril 17, 2024Wednesday
7Maharashtra DayMay 01, 2024WEdnesday
8Bakri IdJune 17, 2024Monday
9MuharramJuly 17, 2024Wednesday
10Independence DayAugust 15, 2024Thursday
11Mahatma Gandhi JayantiOctober 02, 2024Wednesday
12Diwali * Laxmi PujanNovember 01,2024Friday
13Gurunanak JayantiNovember 15, 2024Friday
14ChristmasDecember 25, 2024Wednesday

*Muhurat Trading, a special trading session held on Diwali - Laxmi Pujan, is scheduled for November 01, 2024. The specific timings for Muhurat Trading will be announced closer to the date.

*Please note that the Exchange retains the authority to modify any of the holidays mentioned above. In such cases, a supplementary circular will be

BSE Holidays' List for 2024

Commodity Derivatives Segment

S.No.Festival NameDateDayMorning session (9:00 am to 5:00 pm)Evening session (5:00 pm to 11:30/11:55 pm)
1New Year DayJanuary 01,2024MondayOpenClosed
2Republic DayJanuary 26,2024FridayClosedClosed
3MahashivratriMarch 08, 2024FridayClosedOpen
4HoliMarch 25,2024MondayClosedOpen
5Good FridayMarch 29,2024FridayClosedClosed
6Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Id)April 11,2024ThursdayClosedOpen
7Ram NavamiApril 17,2024WednesdayClosedOpen
8Maharashtra DayMay 01,2024WednesdayClosedOpen
9Bakri IdJune 17,2024MOndayClosedOpen
10MuharramJuly 17,2024WednesdayClosedOpen
11Independence DayAugust 15,2024ThursdayClosedClosed
12Mahatma Gandhi JayantiOctober 02,2024WednesdayClosedclosed
13Diwali * Laxmi PujanNovember 01,2024FridayClosedOpen*
14Gurunanak JayantiNovember 15, 2024FridayClosedOpen
15ChristmasDecember 25, 2024WednesdayClosedClosed

Currency Derivatives Segment and Interest Rate Derivatives Segment

S.No.HolidaysDateDay
1.Republic DayJanuary 26, 2024Thursday
2.Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj JayantiFebruary 19,2024Monday
3.MahashivratriMarch 08, 2024Friday
4.HoliMarch 25,2024Monday
5.Good FridayMarch 29,2024Friday
6.Annual Bank ClosingApril 01, 2024Monday
7.GudhipadwaApril 09, 2024Tuesday
8.Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Id)April 11,2024Thursday
9.Ram NavamiApril 17,2024Wednesday
10.Maharashtra DayMay 01,2024Wednesday
11.Buddha PournimaMay 23,2024Thursday
12.Bakri IdJune 17,2024Monday
13.MuharramJuly 17,2024Wednesday
14.Independence Day/ Parsi New YearAugust 15,2024Thursday
15.Id-E-MiladSeptember 16,2024Monday
16.Mahatma Gandhi JayantiOctober 02,2024Wednesday
17.Diwali * Laxmi PujanNovember 01,2024Friday
18.Gurunanak JayantiNovember 15, 2024Friday
19.ChristmasDecember 25, 2024Wednesday

*Muhurat Trading, a special trading session held on Diwali - Laxmi Pujan, is scheduled for November 01, 2024. The specific timings for Muhurat Trading will be announced closer to the date.

*Please note that the Exchange retains the authority to modify any of the holidays mentioned above. In such cases, a supplementary circular will be issued with the revised information, ensuring market participants stay informed about any changes.

Muhurat Trading

Muhurat Trading is a special and propitious event in the stock market that occurs for a duration of one hour during Diwali, one of India's most cherished festivals. It is regarded as an auspicious time for investors and traders to engage in trading activities. This year, Muhurat Trading is scheduled to take place on November 01, 2024. During this limited timeframe, individuals have the opportunity to make investments and initiate trades, with the belief that it may bring prosperity and good fortune throughout the year. The atmosphere during Muhurat Trading is festive and unique, as market participants embrace the spirit of Diwali while conducting their transactions.

Muhurat Trading SessionCapital Market (in hours)
Block Deal Session5.45 PM to 6.00 PM
Pre-Open Market6.00 PM to 6.08 PM
Normal Market6.15 PM to 7.15 PM
Call Auction Session6.20 PM to 7.05 PM
Closing Session7.25 PM to 7.35 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

BSE remains closed on both Saturdays and Sundays, making them non-trading days for the exchange.

  • Pre-opening session: From 9:00 am to 9:15 am.
  • Trading session: From 9:15 am to 3:30 pm.
  • Closing session: From 3:40 pm to 4:00 pm.

No, BSE does not have a specific lunch break during its trading hours. The market operates continuously without any scheduled breaks.

BSE offers a range of features, including risk management services, trading facilities, and more. It is particularly suitable for novice investors venturing into the market for the first time.

Indian Holidays in 2024

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