MCX Holidays

NCDEX and MCX were founded and started trading commodities in 2003. MCX is currently India’s largest commodity derivatives exchange with a market capitalization of over INR 190 Billion.

MCX Holidays 2025

Sr. No	Holidays	Date	Day	Morning Session	Evening Session
1	New Year	01 Jan, 2025	Wednesday	Open	Closed
2	Mahashivratri	26 Feb, 2025	Wednesday	Closed	Open
3	Holi	14 Mar, 2025	Friday	Closed	Open
4	Id-UI-Fitr (Ramadan Eid)	31 Mar, 2025	Monday	Closed	Open
5	Shri Mahavir Jayanti	10 Apr, 2025	Thursday	Closed	Open
6	Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti	14 Apr, 2025	Monday	Closed	Open
7	Good Friday	14 Apr, 2025	Friday	Closed	Closed
8	Maharashtra Day	01 May, 2025	Thursday	Closed	Open
9	Independence Day	15 Aug, 2025	Friday	Closed	Closed
10	Ganesh Chaturthi	27 Aug, 2025	Wednesday	Closed	Open
11	Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti/ Dassera	02 Oct, 2025	Thrusday	Closed	Closed
12	Diwali Laxmi Pujan*	21 Oct, 2025	Tuesday	Closed	Closed
13	Diwali-Balipratipada	22 Oct, 2025	Wednesday	Closed	Open
14	Guru Nanak Jayanti	05 Nov, 2025	Wednesday	Closed	Open
15	Christmas	25 Dec, 2025	Thursday	Closed	Closed

You can check the circulars here (NSE, BSE, MCX)

Muhurat Trading will be conducted on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, Diwali* Laxmi Pujan. Timing for Muhurat Trading will be notified by the exchange subsequently.

MCX/NCDEX Trading Schedule

MCX and NCDEX operate two trading sessions daily. The morning session runs from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and the evening session runs from 5:00 PM to 11:30 PM or 11:55 PM. For agricultural products with international connections, the evening session is from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM or 9:30 PM. Muhurat Trading times are communicated by the exchange in advance.

Morning Session: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Evening Session: 5:00 PM to 11:30 PM / 11:55 PM

For Agricultural Products with International Connections:5:00 PM to 9:00 PM / 9:30 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

Which month has the most MCX/NCDEX Holidays?

The specific month with the most MCX/NCDEX holidays can vary each year, but it often includes months with major festivals such as October or November.

Is it possible for us to trade MCX on Saturday?

No, MCX does not operate on Saturdays for regular trading sessions.

Is MCX open on weekends?

No, MCX is closed on weekends.

Are there any special trading hours on MCX holidays?

Yes, special trading sessions like Muhurat Trading are held during certain holidays such as Diwali.

Is MCX open for 24 hours?

No, MCX is not open for 24 hours. It operates specific trading sessions during the day and evening.

What is the MCX market timing in 2025?

In 2025, the MCX market timings are from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM for the morning session and 5:00 PM to 11:30 PM / 11:55 PM for the evening session.

Is New Year’s Eve an MCX/NCDEX Holiday?

New Year’s Eve may not necessarily be a holiday for MCX/NCDEX, but it depends on the specific holiday schedule released each year.