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Is Stock Market Open Today? Why NSE and BSE are Closed on October 22: The first question that comes to everyone's mind when investing in the stock market is "Is the market open today?" This is extremely important to know, especially during the festive season in the country.
Today is Wednesday, October 22, 2025. For India's major stock exchanges, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), today is an official trading holiday.
Why is the stock market closed today?
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Today, October 22, 2025, the stock market is closed on the occasion of Diwali-Bali Pratipada.
- Reason for holiday: Diwali-Bali Pratipada
- Market status: Regular trading closed
- Can you trade?: No, Equity, Equity Derivatives There will be no normal trading in the Derivatives and SLB segments.
Will the market open tomorrow?
Yes. After a day off, the Indian stock market will open at its usual time tomorrow, Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Normal trading hours for the stock market in India are as follows:
- Pre-opening session: 9:00 AM to 9:15 AM
- Normal trading session: 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM
Important points to note
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- Regular Holidays: NSE and BSE are closed every Saturday and Sunday.
- Muhurat Trading: Diwali Because the market was also closed on October 21st for Lakshmi Pujan, but as per tradition, an auspicious 'Muhurat Trading' session was held for one hour in the evening on that day.
- Upcoming Holidays: After Diwali, the last two major trading holidays of 2025 will be November 5th (Guru Nanak Jayanti) and December 25th (Christmas).
Therefore, if you were planning to trade today, you will have to set your order for tomorrow morning market opening (AMO) or wait until tomorrow.
During this festive season, be sure to keep these market holidays in mind when planning your investments.
Also Read: Is Bank Open Today? RBI Bank Holiday List, A State-wise Guide
About the Author:
Kaif Ansari
I'm a sports Writer with five years of experience, specializing in cricket and a variety of other sports like football, hockey, badminton, and kabaddi. My journey in sports journalism began in 2021 with Possible11, where I've been contributing ever since. My lifelong passion for cricket, ignited by a childhood dream of becoming a cricketer, fuels my writing. While the playing field wasn't my destiny, I found my calling in sharing the thrill of the game through words. I'm a dedicated CSK fan, and my favorite players are Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni.
Beyond the world of sports, I'm also deeply immersed in internet culture, movies, games, and technology. I enjoy creating content that explores these diverse interests, offering unique perspectives and insights. Whether it's breaking down the latest tech trends, diving deep into cinematic universes, or dissecting game strategies, I love to share my enthusiasm with a wider audience.
