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Diwali Muhurat Trading 2026: Date, Timings and What to Know
Muhurat trading 2026 is on Sunday, 8 November, with live trading from 2:20 PM to 3:30 PM IST. Here is the full NSE and BSE schedule, explained in plain words.
Muhurat Trading 2026: The Quick Answer
Muhurat trading 2026 takes place on Sunday, 8 November 2026, on the occasion of Diwali Laxmi Pujan. Live trading on NSE and BSE runs from 2:20 PM to 3:30 PM IST, a 70-minute session.
Pre-open: 2:05 PM to 2:20 PM
Live trading: 2:20 PM to 3:30 PM
Post-close: 3:50 PM to 4:00 PM
Markets are also closed on Tuesday, 10 November, for Diwali-Balipratipada.
Muhurat Trading 2026 Timings: Full Session Schedule
The schedule below follows NSE circular NSE/CMTR/76941, dated 19 October 2026. NSE and BSE have announced identical timings for the equity segment.
Session | Time (IST) | What it means |
|---|---|---|
Block deal window | 1:50 PM – 2:05 PM | A separate window for large negotiated trades |
Pre-open | 2:05 PM – 2:20 PM | Order entry starts at 2:05 PM. Orders are matched to set opening prices before live trading begins |
Live trading* | 2:20 PM – 3:30 PM | Normal buying and selling |
Closing auction (CAS) | 3:20 PM – 3:35 PM | Order entry from 3:20 PM to 3:30 PM, then matching. Applies to eligible stocks only |
Post-close | 3:50 PM – 4:00 PM | The closing window that wraps up the session |
*Live trading ends at 3:15 PM for stocks covered by the closing auction, and at 3:30 PM for all other stocks. For auction stocks, the 3:15 PM to 3:20 PM gap is used to work out the reference price.
In the pre-open window, both limit and market orders are accepted from 2:05 PM to 2:10 PM. From 2:10 PM, only limit orders can be entered, changed or cancelled. The same rule applies in the closing auction from 3:25 PM.
This schedule covers the equity (cash) segment. Futures and options and commodity segments follow their own circulars, so check those before you trade.
What Is Muhurat Trading?
Muhurat trading is a special, short trading session held on Diwali Laxmi Pujan to mark the start of the new Samvat, the traditional Hindu calendar year. Muhurat means an auspicious time, and many investors see the session as a symbolic fresh start for the year ahead.
BSE began the tradition in 1957, and NSE followed in 1992. This Diwali also marks the start of Samvat 2083.
The session is short, but it is not just ceremonial. Trades made during Muhurat trading are real exchange transactions.
What Is Different About Muhurat Trading This Year?
Three things set the 2026 session apart.
It falls on a Sunday. Diwali Laxmi Pujan is on 8 November, a day the exchanges are normally closed, so they open only for this special session.
It runs in the afternoon. Pre-open starts at 2:05 PM and live trading runs from 2:20 PM to 3:30 PM.
It is the first Muhurat session with the Closing Auction Session (CAS). For eligible stocks, the closing price is set through an auction instead of the last few minutes of continuous trading.
After the session, the exchanges stay closed on Tuesday, 10 November, for Diwali-Balipratipada.
Things to Keep in Mind Before You Trade
A short session moves fast, so a little preparation helps.
Trades settle like any other. NSE's circular states that all trades in this session create settlement obligations.
Know your stock's end time. Live trading stops at 3:15 PM for stocks in the closing auction and at 3:30 PM for the rest.
Check the order rules. During parts of the pre-open and closing auction windows, market orders cannot be changed or cancelled.
An auspicious date does not remove risk. Market risks apply on Muhurat day just as they do on any other trading day.
Confirm your segment. Futures and options and commodity timings follow separate circulars, so check your broker app.
Plan before the bell. If you want a professional view, look for research from a SEBI-registered Research Analyst and match it to your own risk appetite.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Muhurat trading in 2026?
Muhurat trading is on Sunday, 8 November 2026, on Diwali Laxmi Pujan.
What time does Muhurat trading start in 2026?
Pre-open order entry starts at 2:05 PM, and live trading starts at 2:20 PM IST.
What time does Muhurat trading end?
Live trading ends at 3:30 PM. Stocks in the closing auction stop live trading at 3:15 PM, and the post-close session runs from 3:50 PM to 4:00 PM.
Is the stock market open on Sunday, 8 November 2026?
Only for the special Muhurat session. Regular trading is not held on that day.
Are NSE and BSE timings the same?
Yes. Both exchanges have announced identical timings for the equity segment.
Are Muhurat trades real trades?
Yes. All trades in the session create settlement obligations.
Is the market open on 10 November 2026?
No. NSE and BSE are closed on Tuesday, 10 November, for Diwali-Balipratipada.
Does Muhurat trading guarantee profits?
No. An auspicious date does not remove market risk.
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Muhurat Trading 2026: Key Facts at a Glance
Detail | Information |
|---|---|
Event | Diwali Muhurat Trading 2026, a special live trading session |
Date | Sunday, 8 November 2026 |
Occasion | Diwali Laxmi Pujan and the start of Samvat 2083 |
Exchanges | NSE and BSE, with identical equity timings |
Block deal window | 1:50 PM to 2:05 PM IST |
Pre-open | 2:05 PM to 2:20 PM IST |
Live trading (stocks outside the closing auction) | 2:20 PM to 3:30 PM IST |
Live trading (stocks in the closing auction) | 2:20 PM to 3:15 PM IST |
Closing auction (CAS) | 3:20 PM to 3:35 PM IST |
Post-close | 3:50 PM to 4:00 PM IST |
Live session length | 70 minutes |
Settlement | All trades create settlement obligations |
Official source | NSE circular NSE/CMTR/76941, dated 19 October 2026 |
What is new | First Muhurat session since the Closing Auction Session was introduced |
Tradition began | BSE in 1957, NSE in 1992 |
Next market holiday | Tuesday, 10 November 2026 (Diwali-Balipratipada) |
Disclaimer
Disclosure: KuberHunt is a technology and research distribution platform that connects investors with SEBI-registered Research Analysts and Investment Advisers. KuberHunt is not itself a Research Analyst or Investment Adviser, and it does not provide, create or endorse any investment advice. This article is for educational purposes only. Readers should consult a SEBI-registered professional and assess their own risk appetite before making any investment decision. Investments in securities markets are subject to market risks. Read all related documents carefully before investing.
Data Accuracy and Fact-Check Note: The date and session timings in this article are drawn from NSE circular NSE/CMTR/76941, dated 19 October 2026, with BSE timings reported as identical for the equity segment. The founding years of Muhurat trading (BSE 1957, NSE 1992), the first-session-after-CAS detail and the 10 November holiday come from published market reports and exchange holiday lists, as of 28 October 2026. Exchange schedules can change by circular, so readers should verify current timings on the NSE and BSE websites or with their broker before trading.
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