Investors and traders are set to enjoy a long weekend as stock markets across the world remain shut on the occasion of Good Friday. If you are planning to trade or make investments, it’s important to know whether Indian markets will be open or closed.

Here’s everything you need to know about the stock market holiday, trading schedule, and the full holiday calendar for 2026.

Are Indian Stock Markets Closed on Good Friday?

Yes, Indian stock markets will remain closed on Friday, April 3, 2026, due to Good Friday.

Trading will be halted on major exchanges including:

• Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE)


• National Stock Exchange (NSE)

What will remain closed?

• Equity segment


• Derivatives trading


• Securities Lending & Borrowing (SLB)


• Settlement activities

This means no buying, selling, or settlement will take place during the holiday.

Long Weekend for Investors

The Good Friday holiday creates a 3-day long weekend:

• Friday (April 3) – Market closed (Good Friday)


• Saturday (April 4) – Weekly holiday


• Sunday (April 5) – Weekly holiday

📊 Markets will reopen on Monday, April 6, 2026.

Commodity Markets Also Shut

Not just equities—commodity trading will also remain suspended.

• Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX)


• National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX)

Both exchanges will remain closed for the entire day on Good Friday.

Another Market Holiday in April

April 2026 has one more important stock market holiday:

• April 14, 2026 (Tuesday) – Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti

So, traders should plan their strategies accordingly.

Full Stock Market Holiday List 2026

Here’s a quick look at key market holidays for the year:

Date Day Holiday

April 3	Friday	Good Friday
April 14	Tuesday	Ambedkar Jayanti
May 1	Friday	Maharashtra Day
May 28	Thursday	Bakrid
June 26	Friday	Muharram
Sept 14	Monday	Ganesh Chaturthi
Oct 2	Friday	Gandhi Jayanti
Oct 20	Tuesday	Dussehra
Nov 10	Tuesday	Diwali (Balipratipada)
Nov 24	Tuesday	Guru Nanak Jayanti
Dec 25	Friday	Christmas

What Are Normal Trading Hours?

On regular working days, Indian stock markets operate as follows:

• Pre-open session: 9:00 AM – 9:15 AM


• Normal trading: 9:15 AM – 3:30 PM

These timings apply to both BSE and NSE.

Market Performance Before Holiday

Before the holiday break, markets showed high volatility but ended in the green:

• Sensex gained around 185 points (0.25%)


• Nifty rose about 33 points (0.15%)

During the session, both indices saw sharp intraday declines but later recovered strongly—highlighting ongoing market uncertainty.

What Should Investors Do?

• Plan trades in advance due to the long weekend


• Avoid last-minute transactions on holidays


• Keep track of global market cues during the break


• Be prepared for possible volatility when markets reopen

Final Takeaway

The Good Friday holiday brings a pause to trading activity not just in India but globally. With markets closed for three consecutive days, investors should use this time to reassess strategies and stay updated with global developments.

Being aware of stock market holidays helps you avoid missed opportunities and plan investments better—especially during volatile times.