MCX CALENDAR 2026 • OFFICIAL CIRCULAR VERIFIED
MCX Holidays 2026 (Session-wise: Morning & Evening)
Plan bullion, energy, metals and agri trades with a clear view of Morning (09:00–17:00) and Evening (17:00–23:30/23:55) trading availability on each MCX holiday.
16 holiday dates with session impact
12 partial-session days (one session open)
4 holidays fall on weekends
Muhurat Trading: scheduled on Sunday, 08 November 2026 (Diwali Laxmi Pujan).
MCX will announce the exact special-session timing closer to the date.
Official sources
MCX Holiday Circular 2026 (PDF)
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MCX Trading Holidays (page)
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MCX Trade Timings (page)
List of MCX Holidays 2026 (Session-wise Trading Status)
“Open/Closed” shown separately for Morning and Evening sessions as per MCX circular.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Morning (09:00–17:00) | Evening (17:00–23:30/23:55) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jan 2026 | Thursday | New Year Day | Open | Closed |
| 26 Jan 2026 | Monday | Republic Day | Closed | Closed |
| 03 Mar 2026 | Tuesday | Holi (2nd day) | Closed | Open |
| 26 Mar 2026 | Thursday | Shri Ram Navmi | Closed | Open |
| 31 Mar 2026 | Tuesday | Shri Mahavir Jayanti | Closed | Open |
| 03 Apr 2026 | Friday | Good Friday | Closed | Closed |
| 14 Apr 2026 | Tuesday | Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti | Closed | Open |
| 01 May 2026 | Friday | Maharashtra Day | Closed | Open |
| 28 May 2026 | Thursday | Bakri Id | Closed | Open |
| 26 Jun 2026 | Friday | Moharram | Closed | Open |
| 14 Sep 2026 | Monday | Ganesh Chaturthi | Closed | Open |
| 02 Oct 2026 | Friday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | Closed | Closed |
| 20 Oct 2026 | Tuesday | Dassera | Closed | Open |
| 10 Nov 2026 | Tuesday | Diwali – Balipratipada | Closed | Open |
| 24 Nov 2026 | Tuesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti | Closed | Open |
| 25 Dec 2026 | Friday | Christmas | Closed | Closed |
Quick tip: Many MCX holidays are “morning-closed / evening-open”.
Always check your broker’s cut-off rules and any exchange updates before placing orders.
Holidays Falling on Weekends (Sat/Sun)
These dates already fall on non-trading weekend days. Muhurat Trading is scheduled on Diwali Laxmi Pujan day.
| Date | Day | Occasion | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Feb 2026 | Sunday | Mahashivratri | Weekend holiday |
| 21 Mar 2026 | Saturday | Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramadan Eid) | Weekend holiday |
| 15 Aug 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day | Weekend holiday |
| 08 Nov 2026 | Sunday | Diwali Laxmi Pujan | Muhurat Trading (TBA) |
MCX Trading Timings (Quick Guide)
Standard timings reference. Some contracts (especially agri) may close earlier as per exchange rules.
Main sessions
- Morning: 09:00 – 17:00
- Evening: 17:00 – 23:30 / 23:55 (seasonal extension)
- Muhurat: Special one-day session (timing announced later)
Contract-wise cut-offs (typical)
- Agri commodities: available up to 17:00
- International referenceable agri: available up to 21:00
- Bullion / Metals / Energy: available up to 23:30 / 23:55
Disclaimer: This page is for informational use. The exchange may revise schedules via circulars/notices.
Please confirm from MCX updates and your broker before trading.
FAQs
Straight answers to common MCX holiday & timing questions.
Why do some MCX holidays show “Morning Closed” but “Evening Open”?
MCX may suspend the day session on certain public holidays while keeping the evening session available. Always check the session status for that date (table above) and your broker’s operational cut-offs.
Is MCX open on 1 January 2026?
Yes — MCX is open in the morning session and closed in the evening session on 01 Jan 2026.
Is MCX open on Saturday and Sunday?
Typically, MCX does not run normal trading on weekends. If a special session is announced (like Muhurat), MCX will publish the timing by circular/notice.
When is Muhurat Trading in 2026 for MCX?
Muhurat Trading is scheduled on Sunday, 08 November 2026 (Diwali Laxmi Pujan). The exact timing will be notified by MCX later.
How many MCX holiday dates are listed for 2026?
There are 16 holiday dates in the official circular with session-wise status, and 4 additional holidays that fall on weekends.