Stock Market Holiday on January 26? NSE, BSE to Remain Closed for Republic Day 2026

Stock Market Holiday Alert: Investors and traders who are planning their week must know that January 26th will be a stock market holiday in India. Both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will remain closed on Monday on the occasion of Republic Day 2026, a national holiday.

As per the official holiday calendar, all trading activities across equity, derivatives, and commodity segments will be completely suspended for the day, with no intraday or evening sessions scheduled.

Why Stock Markets Are Closed on January 26

Republic Day is one of India's most important national holidays and is listed as a full trading holiday by Indian stock exchanges every year. In 2026, January 26 falls on a Monday, resulting in a long weekend for market participants, as trading will remain shut for three consecutive days. The market closure is in line with the standard holiday list released by NSE and BSE, under which trading halts across all segments without any exceptions.

Which Market Segments Will Remain Closed?

On January 26, the following market segments will remain closed,Equity market, Equity derivatives (F&O), Currency derivatives and the Commodity markets There will be no trading sessions at all, including no evening or special trading windows.

When Will Trading Resume After the Holiday?

Since January 26 is a Monday, traders should plan their positions carefully. The last trading day before the holiday was today, January 23. Markets reopen on Tuesday, January 27th. Investors are advised to settle or roll over positions by January 23, especially in the derivatives segment, to avoid last-minute risks.

While Republic Day is a fixed holiday, traders are still advised to check the final holiday list on NSE and BSE websites closer to the date, as minor adjustments or segment-specific changes can sometimes occur. Global market movements during the long weekend may also influence sentiment when markets reopen.

About Republic Day

This year, India will celebrate its 77th Republic Day, celebrating the adoption of the Constitution on January 26, 1950. Just like every yea,r a grand parade on Rajpath in New Delhi will be held from around 10:30 AM , featuring military displays, cultural tableaux from states, and tributes to armed forces.