New Delhi, India – If you’re searching “is market open today”, here’s the latest and verified status of the Indian stock market for Tuesday, 3 March 2026.
The Indian stock markets are closed today on account of Holi 2026. Both major equity exchanges — the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) — have declared today a full trading holiday. There will be no trading in equities, derivatives, currency markets, or securities lending & borrowing segments throughout the regular session today. This decision comes as part of the 2026 market holiday calendar released by the exchanges ahead of this festive period.
📉 What This Means for Traders & Investors
- Equity markets (NSE & BSE): Closed for the entire trading day today.
- Derivatives & Currency segments: Closed alongside the cash market.
- Settlement & clearing: Holiday status means last settlements from March 2 trades will carry over to the next working day.
- Commodity Market (MCX): Though most segments are closed today, some commodity and gold derivatives may resume evening trading sessions depending on exchange circulars.
🎨 Why Is the Market Closed Today?
Today’s holiday is due to Holi, the much-loved festival of colours celebrated across India. Although the main day of Holi traditionally falls on 4 March 2026, the stock exchange calendars have scheduled the market holiday for 3 March 2026. This often leads to confusion among investors — and this year is no exception.
📆 When Will Markets Reopen?
The markets — equity, derivatives, currency, and other segments — are expected to reopen with normal trading hours on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, resuming regular operations including pre-open sessions from 9:00 AM and live trading from 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM.
📌 Quick Market Holiday Facts
According to the 2026 official NSE & BSE holiday calendar:
- The stock market operates on weekdays: 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM (Monday to Friday).
- Markets are closed on weekends and every exchange-declared holiday.
- In March 2026, Indian markets will also observe other holidays later in the month such as Shri Ram Navami (March 26) and Mahavir Jayanti (March 31).
📍 Summary
✔ Market Status Today (3 March 2026): Closed
✔ Reason: Holi Holiday
✔ Markets Reopen: Wednesday, 4 March 2026
✔ Trading Hours on Open Days: 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM (Equities)
Make sure to check official exchange announcements or your trading platform for any last-minute changes or special holiday trading sessions (like evening commodity trades) that might apply.
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