Mumbai, India — March 26, 2026
India’s equity markets remained closed on Thursday, March 26, 2026, on account of the Hindu festival Ram Navami, marking a scheduled trading holiday in the first quarter of the year.
Both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) suspended trading across all major segments, including equity, derivatives, and currency markets.
Trading Halt Across Segments
As per the official holiday calendar:
- Equity Markets: Closed
- Derivatives Segment: Closed
- Currency Markets: Closed
However, in the commodities segment, limited trading activity was observed during the evening session, in line with standard holiday operations.
Impact on Market Activity
The closure represents one of the key trading holidays in the first quarter of 2026, which may lead to short-term adjustments in trading volumes and investor activity.
Market participants typically factor in such holidays while planning trades, especially during periods of global volatility or domestic economic developments.
When Will Markets Reopen?
Normal trading operations across NSE and BSE will resume on Friday, March 27, 2026, with all segments returning to regular schedules.
Market Summary
India’s stock markets remained closed on March 26, 2026, for Ram Navami. NSE and BSE halted trading across equity, derivatives, and currency segments; trading resumes March 27.
FAQ Section
Q1. Why is the stock market closed on March 26, 2026?
Markets are closed due to the Ram Navami holiday.
Q2. Which markets are affected?
NSE and BSE are closed across equity, derivatives, and currency segments.
Q3. Is the commodity market also closed?
Commodity markets had partial trading in the evening session.
Q4. When will trading resume?
Trading will resume on March 27, 2026.
