A settlement holiday occurs when the stock market operates but the settlement process is delayed due to the closure of banks or depositaries (NSDL and CDSL). This leads to a one-day delay in depositing shares into Demat accounts.
A settlement holiday is a specific day when stock markets remain open for trading, but the usual T+1 settlement cycle for trades is temporarily disrupted. This happens because depositaries like NSDL and CDSL, or banks involved in the clearing process, are closed on that day. As a result, there is a one-day delay in the settlement of trades and the crediting of shares to your Demat account.
Settlement holidays, also called clearing holidays, are distinct from regular stock market holidays. While trading may occur as usual (except in the currency segment), the clearing and settlement processes remain suspended. Each year, the exchange publishes two separate lists:
Settlement holidays often align with banking holidays, national observances, or religious festivals. In some cases, they may overlap with trading holidays. Knowing the 2026 Settlement Holiday List will help traders and investors plan their transactions efficiently and avoid unexpected delays.
NOTE: This holiday list applies to Equity Segment, Equity Derivative Segment and SLB Segment.
A settlement holiday occurs when the stock market operates but the settlement process is delayed due to the closure of banks or depositaries (NSDL and CDSL). This leads to a one-day delay in depositing shares into Demat accounts.
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