MCX/NCDEX Holidays 2025
Following are the list of MCX & NCDEX holidays in 2025.
| S.No | Holidays | Day | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Year Day | January 01, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 2 | Mahashivratri | February 26, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 3 | Holi | March 14, 2025 | Friday |
| 4 | Id-UI-Fitr (Ramzan Id) | March 31, 2025 | Monday |
| 5 | Shri Mahavir Jayanti | April 10, 2025 | Thursday |
| 6 | Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti | April 14, 2025 | Monday |
| 7 | Good Friday | April 18, 2025 | Friday |
| 8 | Maharashtra Day | May 01, 2025 | Thursday |
| 9 | Independence Day | August 15, 2025 | Friday |
| 10 | Ganesh Chaturthi | August 27, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 11 | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti/Dussehra | October 02, 2025 | Thursday |
| 12 | Diwali Laxmi Pujan | October 01, 2025 | Tuesday |
| 13 | Diwali-Balipratipada | October 22, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 14 | Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev | November 05, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 15 | Christmas | December 25, 2025 | Thursday |
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FAQs about MCX/NCDEX Holidays
There are approximately 16 MCX holidays in the year 2025. However, the numbers may vary depending on various factors, like special holidays, extraordinary events, etc.
Yes, MCX remains closed on weekends (Saturday and Sunday). It operates only on weekdays (Monday to Friday) apart from declared holidays.
The trading hours for MCX usually begin at 09:00 a.m. and conclude at 11:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.
The March month of 2025 has the maximum number of MCX holidays. There are three holidays in March, including Mahashivratri, Holi, and Good Friday.
Yes, MCX conducts the Muharat trading session on the day of Diwali. The timings of the trading sessions will be announced closer to the dates of Diwali.
Yes, Muhurat trading sessions will be conducted as special trading hours on Diwali 2025. The session will be conducted for a short duration of 1 hour. These special sessions are announced by the stock exchanges themselves.
A List of MCX Holidays in 2025
The multi-commodity exchange (MCX) is an established commodity derivatives exchange in India registered with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). It is the largest commodity exchange in India, allowing users to freely buy and sell commodities like metals, oil or even coffee.
MCX offers an attractive option for investors looking to diversify beyond stocks or bonds and invest in commodities. The trading window opens at 9 AM and closes at 11:30 PM, operational from Monday to Friday.
Usually, the MCX trading window only remains closed for the weekend. But the exchange has also specified a list of holidays that coincide with major Indian festivals. Read on to understand why it's important to keep track of MCX holidays 2025 and get information about each designated holiday.
If you are an investor who regularly deals with commodities, it is natural that you are aware of the market movements that influence the price of these commodities. Staying updated about upcoming MCX holidays can help you better plan your strategy and allow you to decide whether to hold your assets for another trading day or sell them before they depreciate in value.
Every year, the multi-commodity exchange decides on a list of holidays and releases a circular to inform investors. The exchange can also alter or change these holidays with appropriate prior notice.
New Year's Day marks the beginning of the Gregorian calendar year. It is widely celebrated worldwide with festivities, resolutions, and gatherings. On this day, the commodity trading exchange will remain shut for the evening session to observe the celebrations.
Mahashivaratri, known as "The Great Night of Shiva," is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees observe fasting, prayers, and night vigils. To honour this occasion, the MCX will remain closed during the morning session.
Holi, often called the "Festival of Colours," celebrates the triumph of good over evil and marks the arrival of spring. It is widely celebrated with colours, sweets, and festivities. The commodity exchange will remain shut during the morning session to observe this vibrant occasion
Eid-Ul-Fitr signifies the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. The festival is marked by prayers, charity, and feasts. To honour this sacred occasion, the MCX will remain shut during the morning session.
Shri Mahavir Jayanti commemorates the birth of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara in Jainism. The day promotes values of non-violence, truth, and compassion. In observance of this day, the commodity exchange will remain shut during the morning session.
This day celebrates the birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution and a social reformer. The MCX will observe the occasion by closing the morning trading session.
Good Friday marks the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and is observed as a solemn day by Christians worldwide. To honour the occasion, the commodity exchange will remain shut for the entire day.
Maharashtra Day celebrates the formation of the state of Maharashtra on 1st May 1960. The day highlights regional pride and cultural heritage. The MCX will remain shut during the morning session in recognition of this occasion.
Independence Day commemorates India's freedom from British rule in 1947. It is marked by patriotic celebrations and flag-hoisting ceremonies. The commodity exchange will remain closed for the entire day to honour the nation’s independence.
Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, revered as the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom. The festival involves prayers, processions, and immersion rituals. The MCX will remain shut during the morning session.
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti commemorates the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, while Dussehra celebrates the victory of good over evil. The commodity exchange will remain closed throughout the day to observe these important events.
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is dedicated to Goddess Laxmi, symbolising wealth and prosperity. The MCX will remain shut for the entire day in celebration of this auspicious festival.
Balipratipada, celebrated after Diwali, marks the victory of Lord Vishnu over King Bali. The morning session will remain closed to observe this occasion.
Guru Nanak Jayanti celebrates the birth of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism. It is a day of prayers, processions, and charitable acts. The MCX will remain shut during the morning session in observance.
Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ and is observed globally with prayers, feasts, and festivities. The commodity exchange will remain closed throughout the day to mark this significant occasion.
India is home to only two major commodity exchanges- MCX and NCDEX. The list of NCDEX holidays 2025 matches the ones specified by MCX. Hence, the entire commodity market follows a similar pattern in terms of holidays.
So, why not keep this list handy and start derivative trading if you haven’t yet? Simply open a demat account with Choice India to be eligible for executing trades in the commodity market and diversify your portfolio!
MCX offers an attractive option for investors looking to diversify beyond stocks or bonds and invest in commodities. The trading window opens at 9 AM and closes at 11:30 PM, operational from Monday to Friday.
Usually, the MCX trading window only remains closed for the weekend. But the exchange has also specified a list of holidays that coincide with major Indian festivals. Read on to understand why it's important to keep track of MCX holidays 2025 and get information about each designated holiday.
Why You Should Track MCX Holidays
On standard trading days, MCX conducts two sessions - one in the morning and another in the evening. Morning sessions begin at 9 AM and continue until 5 PM, while the evening session starts at 5 PM and ends by 11:30 PM. MCX also constantly alters the closing times according to the changes in daylight saving hours.If you are an investor who regularly deals with commodities, it is natural that you are aware of the market movements that influence the price of these commodities. Staying updated about upcoming MCX holidays can help you better plan your strategy and allow you to decide whether to hold your assets for another trading day or sell them before they depreciate in value.
Every year, the multi-commodity exchange decides on a list of holidays and releases a circular to inform investors. The exchange can also alter or change these holidays with appropriate prior notice.
MCX Trading Holidays for 2025
The circular for MCX holidays 2025 in India has already been released. According to the contents of the notice, here are the days on which the commodity market will either remain completely closed or close off a particular trading section.1st January 2025 - New Year's Day
Status: Only morning session remains closedNew Year's Day marks the beginning of the Gregorian calendar year. It is widely celebrated worldwide with festivities, resolutions, and gatherings. On this day, the commodity trading exchange will remain shut for the evening session to observe the celebrations.
26th February 2025 - Mahashivaratri
Status: Closed all day.Mahashivaratri, known as "The Great Night of Shiva," is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees observe fasting, prayers, and night vigils. To honour this occasion, the MCX will remain closed during the morning session.
14th March 2025 - Holi
Status: Only morning session remains closedHoli, often called the "Festival of Colours," celebrates the triumph of good over evil and marks the arrival of spring. It is widely celebrated with colours, sweets, and festivities. The commodity exchange will remain shut during the morning session to observe this vibrant occasion
31st March 2025 - Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid)
Status: Only morning session remains closedEid-Ul-Fitr signifies the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. The festival is marked by prayers, charity, and feasts. To honour this sacred occasion, the MCX will remain shut during the morning session.
10th April 2025 - Shri Mahavir Jayanti
Status: Only morning session remains closedShri Mahavir Jayanti commemorates the birth of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara in Jainism. The day promotes values of non-violence, truth, and compassion. In observance of this day, the commodity exchange will remain shut during the morning session.
14th April 2025 - Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti
Status: All sessions closed.This day celebrates the birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution and a social reformer. The MCX will observe the occasion by closing the morning trading session.
18th April 2025 - Good Friday
Status: All sessions closedGood Friday marks the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and is observed as a solemn day by Christians worldwide. To honour the occasion, the commodity exchange will remain shut for the entire day.
1st May 2025 - Maharashtra Day
Status: Only morning session remains closedMaharashtra Day celebrates the formation of the state of Maharashtra on 1st May 1960. The day highlights regional pride and cultural heritage. The MCX will remain shut during the morning session in recognition of this occasion.
15th August 2025 - Independence Day
Status: All session closedIndependence Day commemorates India's freedom from British rule in 1947. It is marked by patriotic celebrations and flag-hoisting ceremonies. The commodity exchange will remain closed for the entire day to honour the nation’s independence.
27th August 2025 - Ganesh Chaturthi
Status: Only morning session remains closedGanesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, revered as the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom. The festival involves prayers, processions, and immersion rituals. The MCX will remain shut during the morning session.
2nd October 2025 - Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti/Dussehra
Status: All sessions closedMahatma Gandhi Jayanti commemorates the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, while Dussehra celebrates the victory of good over evil. The commodity exchange will remain closed throughout the day to observe these important events.
21st October 2025 - Diwali Laxmi Pujan
Status: All sessions closedDiwali, the Festival of Lights, is dedicated to Goddess Laxmi, symbolising wealth and prosperity. The MCX will remain shut for the entire day in celebration of this auspicious festival.
22nd October 2025 - Diwali-Balipratipada
Status: Only morning session remains closedBalipratipada, celebrated after Diwali, marks the victory of Lord Vishnu over King Bali. The morning session will remain closed to observe this occasion.
5th November 2025 - Prakash Gurpurb Shri Guru Nanak Dev
Status: Only morning session remains closedGuru Nanak Jayanti celebrates the birth of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism. It is a day of prayers, processions, and charitable acts. The MCX will remain shut during the morning session in observance.
25th December 2025 - Christmas
Status: All sessions closedChristmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ and is observed globally with prayers, feasts, and festivities. The commodity exchange will remain closed throughout the day to mark this significant occasion.
India is home to only two major commodity exchanges- MCX and NCDEX. The list of NCDEX holidays 2025 matches the ones specified by MCX. Hence, the entire commodity market follows a similar pattern in terms of holidays.
So, why not keep this list handy and start derivative trading if you haven’t yet? Simply open a demat account with Choice India to be eligible for executing trades in the commodity market and diversify your portfolio!