Stock Market & Bank Holiday: NSE & BSE Closed on March 14, 2025 for Holi

The Indian stock market, including Nifty50 and Sensex, will remain closed on March 14, 2025, in observance of the Holi festival. Trading will also be suspended across segments such as equity derivatives, securities lending and borrowing (SLB), currency derivatives, and electronic gold receipts (EGR) for the day.

Upcoming Stock Market Holidays in 2025

This Holi holiday is part of the 14 scheduled stock market closures in 2025. After this break, the next trading holiday will be on March 31 for Id-Ul-Fitr, followed by Shri Mahavir Jayanti on April 10, Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti on April 14, and Good Friday on April 18.

Later in the year, the stock market will remain closed on key occasions, such as Independence Day (August 15), Ganesh Chaturthi (August 27), and Diwali (October 21-22). The final market holiday of the year will be Christmas (December 25, 2025). Click here to get the list of stock market holidays in 2025. 

Trading Resumes on March 17, 2025

Since March 15 (Saturday) and March 16 (Sunday) are regular weekly holidays, the stock market will reopen for trading on Monday, March 17, 2025. Investors and traders should plan their transactions accordingly to avoid disruptions due to market closures.

Bank Holiday on March 14, 2025

Banks across India will remain closed on March 14, 2025, in observance of the Holi festival, as per the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) holiday schedule. However, the holiday may vary by state, with some regions observing the closure on March 13, 2025, instead. While physical bank branches will not be operational, online banking, mobile banking, and ATM services will remain available for customers. Businesses and individuals should plan their financial transactions accordingly to avoid any inconvenience due to the bank holiday.

Conclusion

With multiple stock market holidays scheduled throughout the year, investors should stay informed and adjust their investment strategies as needed. Keeping track of these holidays ensures better planning and smooth execution of trades.

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.