Stock Market Closed Today on Good Friday (April 3, 2026): Many investors are wondering whether the stock market is open today, April 3, 2026, on the occasion of Good Friday.
As per the official exchange holiday calendar, Indian stock markets are closed today. Both the National Stock Exchange and Bombay Stock Exchange remain shut for trading on account of Good Friday.
NSE & BSE Trading Hours in India
Indian stock markets operate from 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. IST, Monday to Friday. Markets remain closed on weekends and on officially announced holidays. Since Good Friday is the holiday in the exchange holiday list, trading will be shut down on April 3, 2026.
Are Indian Stock Markets Closed on Good Friday 2026?
Yes, stock markets across India are closed on Friday, April 3, 2026, for Good Friday. All segments including equities, derivatives, currency, and commodity markets are suspended for the entire day on both NSE and BSE.
NSE & BSE Holiday List 2026: Key Dates
In April 2026, Good Friday (April 3) is the only trading holiday. However, markets will also remain closed on April 14 for Ambedkar Jayanti. Overall, Indian stock exchanges observe around 20 holidays in 2026, with a few falling on weekends.
Upcoming Market Holidays in 2026
- May 1 - Maharashtra Day
- May 28 - Bakri Eid
- June 26 - Muharram
- September 14 - Ganesh Chaturthi
- October 2 - Gandhi Jayanti
- October 20 - Dussehra
- November 10 - Diwali
- November 24 - Gurpurab
- December 25 - Christmas
Apart from these dates, markets remain open on all other weekdays.
Global Markets Update: Good Friday Impact
Good Friday is widely observed across global financial markets.
- The US stock market is closed on April 3, 2026
- Major European markets also remain shut
- Several Asian markets including Australia, Singapore, and Hong Kong are closed
However, Japan and South Korea continue trading as usual.
US Stock Market Holidays 2026
Key holidays observed by US markets include:
- Good Friday - April 3
- Memorial Day - May 25
- Juneteenth - June 19
- Independence Day (observed) - July 3
- Labor Day - September 7
- Thanksgiving Day - November 26
- Christmas Day - December 25
Additionally, markets close early at 1:00 p.m. ET on:
- Black Friday (November 27)
- Christmas Eve (December 24)
In short, Indian stock markets are closed today, April 3, 2026, on account of Good Friday. While trading was normal on Hanuman Jayanti (April 2), investors should note that no trading activity takes place today across NSE and BSE.
Staying updated with the official holiday calendar can help investors plan trades better and avoid last-minute confusion.