Gandhi Jayanti: Is Stock Market Open Or Closed Today, October 2? Check BSE, NSE Holiday List

Last Updated:October 02, 2026, 07:52 IST

October 2 is designated a statutory holiday for Gandhi Jayanti across multiple market segments, including equities, derivatives, and commodities.

The exchanges will resume trading on Monday, October 5.

Stock Market Holiday: The Indian stock market remains closed today, October 2, on account of Gandhi Jayanti. Trading in equities, derivatives, and commodities will remain closed on both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the BSE. The exchanges will resume trading on Monday, October 5.

According to the official NSE trading holiday calendar, October 2 is designated a statutory holiday for Gandhi Jayanti across multiple market segments, including equities, derivatives, and commodities.

Banks also remain closed today as part of broader banking holiday lists.

Upcoming Stock Market Holidays In 2026

After October 2, markets will remain closed on select occasions such as Dussehra (October 20), Diwali (November 10; Muhurat trading is usually held for a short session), Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev (November 24), and December 25 (Christmas). These holidays are part of the official trading calendar released by exchanges at the start of the year.

Stock Market Timings

The Indian stock market operates from Monday to Friday, with regular trading on both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the BSE taking place between 9:15 am and 3:30 pm. A pre-open session is held from 9:00 am to 9:15 am to determine the opening price of stocks, while the closing auction session (CAS) is conducted between 3:15 pm and 3:30 pm. Equity, derivatives, and currency markets remain closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and designated exchange holidays announced by the exchanges every year.

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Is the Indian stock market open today on October 2 for Gandhi Jayanti?

No, the Indian stock market remains closed today, October 2, on account of Gandhi Jayanti. Trading across equities, derivatives, and commodities is suspended on both the NSE and BSE, with normal trading scheduled to resume on Monday, October 5.

What are the upcoming stock market holidays in 2026 after October 2?

Upcoming market holidays for 2026 include Dussehra on October 20, Diwali featuring a Muhurat trading session on November 10, Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev on November 24, and Christmas on December 25.

What are the regular trading hours for the NSE and BSE?

The Indian stock market operates from Monday through Friday between 9:15 am and 3:30 pm. Additionally, a pre-open session takes place from 9:00 am to 9:15 am, and a closing auction session is held from 3:15 pm to 3:30 pm.

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