With the new fiscal year beginning in April, investors are getting ready to plan their trades for the 2025-26 financial year (FY26). However, to schedule your trades, it is crucial to keep a lookout for the stock market holidays lined up in the market. This holiday calendar is issued by the stock exchanges and is available on their official website .
The BSE releases a detailed list of Trading Holidays each year, covering festivals, national holidays, and weekends. The stock market remains closed on all weekends, except for special events like the Budget presentation. Investors can refer to this list to stay informed about market schedules and plan their trades effectively.
In April, the stock market will observe 11 holidays. Investors will not be able to place any trades in the market during these days. Apart from weekend holidays, the markets will also remain closed for Shri Mahavir Jayanti, Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti, and Good Friday.
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Stock Market Holidays In April 2025
| Date |
Day |
Holiday |
|
April 5, 2025 |
Saturday |
Weekend Holiday |
|
April 6, 2025 |
Sunday |
Weekend Holiday |
|
April 10, 2025 |
Thursday |
Shri Mahavir Jayanti |
|
April 12, 2025 |
Saturday |
Weekend Holiday |
|
April 13, 2025 |
Sunday |
Weekend Holiday |
|
April 14, 2025 |
Monday |
Dr.Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti |
|
April 18, 2025 |
Friday |
Good Friday |
|
April 19, 2025 |
Saturday |
Weekend Holiday |
|
April 20, 2025 |
Sunday |
Weekend Holiday |
|
April 26, 2025 |
Saturday |
Weekend Holiday |
|
April 27, 2025 |
Sunday |
Weekend Holiday |
Stock Markets Closed On Ambedkar Jayanti?
The stock markets will be remain closed on April 14, on the occasion of Dr Baba Ambedkar Sahib Jayanti. Since the holiday falls on a Monday, the markets will remain closed for a long weekend and investors will be able to enjoy a long holiday.
Additionally, markets will also be April 18 for Good Friday, allowing another long break from the market. Therefore, investors are advised to schedule their trades according to the stock market holiday list.