Are Banks and Stock Market (NSE and BSE) Open Today on May 1, 2025?

On May 1, 2025, Banks and India’s leading stock exchanges, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), will be closed in observance of the Maharashtra Day, with all trading activities suspended for the day. 

Is the Stock Market Open Today? 

According to the official holiday calendar of the NSE and BSE, no trading will take place on the Indian stock markets on May 1, 2025, in observance of the Maharashtra Day, which commemorates the formation of the state in 1960, as per the stock market holiday 2025 calendar. 

The Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) will remain closed for the morning session (9 am- 5 pm) but will resume trading during the evening session (5 pm to 11:55 pm). Additionally, electronic gold receipts (EGR) and currency derivatives will also not be traded due to the festivities. 

Regular trading operations will resume on Friday, May 2, 2025. 

Are Banks Open on May 1? 

Banks in Maharashtra will also remain closed on May 1 due to the public holiday for Maharashtra Day, which coincides with International Labour Day. Government offices, schools, and colleges will also observe the holiday. 

Conclusion 

On May 1, 2025, the NSE and BSE will be closed in observance of Maharashtra Day, halting all trading activities, including in the equity, equity derivatives, SLB, electronic gold receipts, and currency derivatives segments. 

Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.