Indian equity markets — the NSE (National Stock Exchange) and BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange) — will remain closed for trading on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, on account of Prakash Gurpurab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
This is the only stock market holiday in November 2025 as per the official holiday calendar issued by the exchanges. On this day, all segments including equity, equity derivatives and SLB (Securities Lending & Borrowing) will be shut. Normal trading will resume on the next working day.
Apart from this scheduled holiday, markets will remain closed on all Saturdays and Sundays.
Stock Market Holiday in November 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday | Segment Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 November 2025 | Wednesday | Prakash Gurpurab Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji | NSE & BSE closed |
NSE Trading Timings 2025
The National Stock Exchange conducts trading sessions Monday to Friday, excluding weekends and exchange-declared holidays.
Pre-Open Session
- 09:00 AM – 09:08 AM*
The session ends with a random closure during the last minute.
Regular Market Session
- 09:15 AM – 03:30 PM
Closing Session
- 03:40 PM – 04:00 PM
Finalization of the day’s closing price and post-trade activities.
Block Deal Sessions
- Morning: 08:45 AM – 09:00 AM
- Afternoon: 02:05 PM – 02:20 PM
*Internationally linked agricultural commodities: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM / 9:30 PM
These timings help traders plan their daily trading strategy and execution window more efficiently. Investors should also track exchange notifications for any special live trading sessions or changes during festival periods or system upgrades.
Why stock market holiday updates matter
Holiday schedules play a crucial role for traders, especially for those involved in derivatives expiry cycles, block deals, margin settlements and short-term trading strategies. Staying updated helps ensure smooth planning of trades, positions and fund settlements.
