Updated 7 November 2026. Muhurat Trading 2026 takes place on Sunday, 8 November 2026, for Diwali Laxmi Pujan. NSE and BSE have announced a special trading session even though it is a Sunday. If you are searching for the Muhurat Trading time, Nifty 50 trading hours, or whether F&O options can trade on Sunday, here are the session details, official references and practical precautions.
UPDATE — MUHURAT TRADING RESULTS (8 NOVEMBER 2026): The special session has finished. Sensex closed at 80,999.40 (−28.62) and Nifty 50 at 24,986.40 (−43.95) after a positive opening. Read our complete Muhurat Trading 2026 results, gainers, sector trends and Diwali market recap →
Looking for Muhurat Trading 2026 SIP processing time? Zerodha said scheduled Kite SIP orders would move to the next trading day. See our Kite SIP, mutual fund NAV and holiday guide.
Stock market holiday update: See the verified NSE & BSE trading holiday calendar for 2026 and 2027 status, including the 10 November and 24 November NSE closures and normal trading hours.
Muhurat Trading 2026: date and key facts
- Date: Sunday, 8 November 2026
- Occasion: Diwali / Laxmi Pujan
- Indian stock exchanges: NSE and BSE special Muhurat session
- Equity pre-open: 2:05 PM IST
- Equity normal session: generally begins at 2:20 PM IST; closing times depend on segment
- Equity derivatives: scheduled from 2:20 PM to 3:40 PM IST, according to Zerodha’s circular-based bulletin
Muhurat Trading 2026 timings in India
The timetable below reflects the Zerodha bulletin dated 27 October 2026 that outlines the special trading windows. NSE’s official holiday calendar confirms the date. Before entering an order, check your own broker’s latest notice for the relevant segment, order type, market cutoffs and changes.
| Market segment | Session | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| Equities | Pre-open | 2:05–2:20 PM |
| Equities (non-CAS stocks) | Normal session | 2:20–3:30 PM |
| Equities (CAS stocks) | Normal session | 2:20–3:15 PM |
| Equities (CAS stocks) | Closing auction | 3:20–3:35 PM |
| Equity F&O | Special session | 2:20–3:40 PM |
| Currency / commodities | Special session | 2:20–3:30 PM |
Is the Indian stock market open on Sunday, 8 November?
Yes, but not for a normal full-day trading session. NSE and BSE are holding a limited Muhurat session on Diwali. Normal Sunday closures do not describe this one-off special session. Exchange-specific segment timings, market phases and broker availability still apply.
Will Nifty and Bank Nifty options trade on Muhurat Trading day?
The published broker schedule includes the equity F&O session from 2:20 PM to 3:40 PM IST. This allows eligible exchange-listed derivatives to trade during that window subject to contract availability, broker support and applicable exchange rules. An existing options position may change in value as markets move, but a festive session does not guarantee an upward move. Zerodha’s published note gives an earlier auto-square-off cutoff for certain intraday F&O positions; check your own broker for its applicable cutoff.
Can Nifty 50 or Sensex open with a gap on Monday?
Sunday’s Muhurat session can create new closing reference prices and reflect sentiment, but it does not determine Monday’s opening. Global markets, macroeconomic developments, currency movements and subsequent orders can change the outlook. GIFT Nifty movements are indicators of overseas sentiment and are not a guaranteed prediction of the NSE opening. Avoid treating Muhurat Trading as a guaranteed bull-market signal.
What is Muhurat Trading and why do investors participate?
Muhurat Trading is a long-standing Diwali tradition in India’s stock market. Some investors place a small symbolic investment to mark a new Samvat year, while others trade normally during the special session. Cultural significance is not the same as an investment edge, and equities can rise or fall during the hour.
Practical checklist before placing a trade
- Verify the date and your segment’s session window using the official exchange and your broker.
- Confirm available funds, margins, brokerage and exchange charges.
- Use a considered limit price when liquidity or spreads are uncertain; an order may not execute at the expected price.
- Do not assume that options or intraday orders will remain open until the last minute; brokers may use different square-off deadlines.
- Remember that high festival enthusiasm does not guarantee Nifty, Bank Nifty or individual stocks will rise.
- For IPO-related resources, visit IPO GMP Today and our Indian stock market daily feed.
Muhurat Trading 2026 FAQs
Is Muhurat Trading on 8 or 9 November 2026?
The special session is scheduled for Sunday, 8 November 2026. The next regular trading day will follow the exchange calendar and any intervening holidays.
What time does Muhurat Trading start?
The equities pre-open begins at 2:05 PM IST, and the regular Muhurat segment begins at 2:20 PM IST, based on the published trading bulletin. Closing times depend on the market segment.
Can I buy shares for delivery on Muhurat Trading day?
Equity trading is available during the announced special session, subject to the broker’s and exchange’s applicable order types, securities and settlement procedures.
Will the market definitely rise on Muhurat Trading day?
No. Prices can increase or decrease. A traditional belief about an auspicious session is not evidence of a guaranteed return.
Sources and verification
- NSE official market holidays and Muhurat date
- Zerodha trading bulletin, 27 October 2026, special session segment timings
- DD News, 19 October 2026, NSE/BSE special-session announcement
Editorial note: Images are original illustrations. Any chart movement or values depicted are decorative, not real-time Nifty or Sensex data. This article is educational information, not financial advice or a trading recommendation. Verify any final changes with the exchange or broker before placing an order.
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