Samvat 2083 Muhurat Trading: Markets Set for Special Diwali Session
Indian stock and commodity markets announce special trading hours for Samvat 2083 Muhurat Trading on November 8, 2026. Check the full schedule here.
The Indian financial landscape is preparing for its most auspicious annual tradition as the stock and commodity markets gear up for Samvat 2083 Muhurat Trading. Scheduled for Sunday, November 8, 2026, this symbolic session coincides with Lakshmi Pujan, marking the beginning of the new Hindu financial year with hope and prosperity.
Far from being a mere formality, the Muhurat session involves actual trades that carry mandatory T+1 settlement obligations, ensuring that the festive spirit is backed by real financial activity.
Equity Market Timings: NSE and BSE
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) have outlined a precise timeline for the equity segment to ensure a smooth transition into the new Samvat year. Investors and traders can follow the schedule below:
- Block Deal Window: 1:50 pm to 2:05 pm
- Pre-Open Session: 2:05 pm to 2:17 pm (This includes order entry, matching, and trade confirmation)
- Continuous Trading: 2:20 pm to 3:30 pm
- Closing Auction Session: 3:15 pm to 3:50 pm
- Post-Closing Session: 3:50 pm to 4:00 pm
Additionally, the BSE has specified that its trade modification window will remain open from 2:20 pm until 4:15 pm.
Commodity Market Schedule: MCX
The Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) has also released its own dedicated schedule for the festive occasion, catering to those trading in commodities:
- Special Session: 2:05 pm to 2:19 pm
- Main Trading Session: 2:20 pm to 3:30 pm
- Client Code Modification Window: Available until 3:45 pm
Market Momentum Heading into Diwali
This year's Muhurat trading comes at a time of notable strength for the Indian markets. The benchmark indices, including the Sensex and the Nifty 50, have displayed impressive momentum, recording gains for seven consecutive sessions leading up to the Diwali festivities.
Upcoming Trading Holidays
Once the auspicious Muhurat session concludes, the domestic equity markets will return to their standard operations on Monday, November 9. However, investors should note that the markets will remain closed on Tuesday, November 10, in observance of Diwali Balipratipada.