Stock Market Holidays in May 2026: Don’t Get Caught Off Guard – Full NSE & BSE List

Hey traders!

May 2026 is almost here, and if you’re actively trading or investing in Indian equities, you probably want to know exactly when the stock market will be closed. Good news – there are only two full trading holidays this month, and I’ve got the complete low-down straight from the official NSE list.

Here’s everything you need to plan your May trades without any nasty surprises.

Stock Market Holidays in May 2026 (NSE & BSE)

Date	Day	Holiday	Impact
1 May 2026	Friday	Maharashtra Day	Full closure + long weekend
28 May 2026	Thursday	Bakri Id (Id-Uz-Zuha)	Full closure

Both exchanges follow the same schedule for equity, F&O, currency, and commodity segments. Markets reopen normally the next trading day.

Quick tip: 1 May falling on a Friday means you get a nice three-day break (Friday to Sunday). Markets reopen on Monday, 4 May. The 28 May holiday is mid-week, so you’ll have Friday open before the weekend.

Why These Holidays Matter & What to Do

Maharashtra Day celebrates the state’s formation – big deal in Mumbai, the financial capital. Bakri Id is a major festival observed across India. Exchanges give everyone the day off to celebrate.

Before any holiday:

• Square off your intraday and F&O positions the previous day.

• Avoid holding big overnight positions if you’re nervous about gap-up/gap-down on reopening.

• SIPs and mutual fund investments run as usual.

Bookmark this post or share it with your trading group – nobody likes that “why is the market closed?” panic at 9:15 am!

FAQ: Stock Market Holidays in May 2026

Q1. Is the stock market open on 1 May 2026? No. It’s a full trading holiday for Maharashtra Day on both NSE and BSE.

Q2. Will trading happen on 28 May 2026? No. Markets will remain closed for Bakri Id (Eid-Uz-Zuha).

Q3. Do these holidays affect derivatives and currency trading? Yes – complete shutdown across all segments.

Q4. Can I still invest in mutual funds during these holidays? Absolutely. SIPs and delivery orders are processed normally.

Q5. Where can I check the official list? Directly on the NSE website: https://www.nseindia.com/resources/exchange-communication-holidays