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Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) deals with trading commodities like gold, silver, crude oil, lead, and more. MCX is closed for trading on specific days, including central and state government holidays. These also include religious festivals or national holidays. Knowing the MCX holiday list is important to plan your trading activities.

MCX Market Holiday List for 2025

Here is the list for MCX market holidays in 2025:

MCX Holidays

Date 

Day 

New Year

January 01, 2025

Wednesday (Evening off)

Republic Day

January 26, 2025

Sunday 

Maha Shivaratri

February 26, 2025

Wednesday (Morning off)

Holi

March 14, 2025

Friday (Morning off)

Eid-ul-Fitr

March 31, 2025

Monday (Morning off)

Shri Ram Navami

April 6, 2025

Sunday 

Shri Mahavir Jayanti

April 10, 2025

Thursday (Morning off)

Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti

April 14,2025

Monday (Morning off)

Good Friday

April 18, 2025

Friday

Maharashtra Day

May 01, 2025

Thursday (Morning off)

Bakri Id

June 07, 2025

Saturday

Muharram

July 06, 2025

Sunday 

Independence Day

August 15, 2025

Friday

Ganesh Chaturthi

August 27, 2025

Wednesday (Morning off)

Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti/Dussehra

October 02, 2025

Thursday 

Diwali Laxmi Pujan

October 21, 2025

Tuesday

Diwali-Balipratipada

October 22, 2025

Wednesday (Morning off)

Guru Nanak Jayanti

November 05, 2025

Wednesday (Morning off)

Christmas

December 25, 2025

Thursday

About Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX)

Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) is the first commodity derivatives exchange in India. This platform allows buyers and sellers to trade various types of commodities. It started its operations in 2003, and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) governs it.

 

MCX is similar to other exchanges like the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE). It sells commodity derivative contracts across various categories. MCX deals in various segments, including bullion, metals, energy and agricultural commodities.

Products of MCX

The Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) offers a diverse range of commodities for trading, categorised into four key types:

Bullion

Bullion includes precious metals like gold and silver, which are popular among investors for their value stability and use as a hedge against inflation. These commodities attract both long-term investors and short-term traders, especially during periods of economic uncertainty.

Base Metals

Base metals such as copper, aluminium, zinc, lead, and nickel are widely used in industrial applications. Their prices often reflect global economic health, making them a vital component of MCX trading for those looking to capitalise on industrial growth and demand.

Energy

The energy category includes commodities like crude oil and natural gas, which are crucial for global energy markets. These products are highly volatile, offering opportunities for traders to benefit from price fluctuations driven by geopolitical events, supply-demand dynamics, and seasonal changes.

Agricultural

MCX also offers trading in agricultural commodities such as cotton, cardamom, and mentha oil. These products are influenced by factors like weather conditions, harvest cycles, and government policies, making them an interesting choice for traders with a keen understanding of the agri-market.

What are the MCX Trading Hours?

MCX allows trading in some specific hours. Here are the timings for various sessions:

1. Normal Session

Normal trading sessions run between Monday and Friday from 09:00 AM to 11:30 PM. Note that MCX allows future trading of agricultural commodities only up to 5:00 PM. Trading for other commodities, including Bullions, Metals and Energy products, is allowed up to 11:30 PM / 11:55 PM. As per SEBI guidelines, International referenceable Agri-commodities are available up to 09:00 PM.  

2. Special Session

Special sessions for trading run between Monday and Friday from 8:45 AM to 8:59 AM. These special sessions are order cancellation sessions. They deal with the cancellation of pending orders before the market opens.

 

Note that the same session timings will be applicable for the calendar year 2025.

FAQs on MCX Holidays in 2025

Which month has the most MCX holidays?

MCX has maximum holidays in April 2025. The market will remain closed because of Maha Shivaratri, Holi and Good Friday.

If there is a holiday on Sunday, will the market be closed on Monday?

The rule states that if a public holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday will be open for traders as decided.

Is New Year's Eve considered an MCX Holiday?

No, New Year's Eve is not considered an MCX holiday. Only New Year's Day is a holiday for traders.

What is the market timing of MCX?

The MCX morning sessions are held between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, while the evening sessions are conducted between 5:00 PM and 11:55 PM.

Are there any MCX holidays on weekends?

Yes, the MCX observes holidays on weekends, specifically Saturdays and Sundays, when trading is closed. Additionally, if a public holiday falls on a weekend, MCX also observes it as a holiday.

Is MCX open 24 hours?

No, MCX is not open 24 hours. The trading hours are from 9:00 AM to 11:30 PM during standard time. It can further extend to 11:55 PM during daylight saving time adjustments.

Is MCX open for trading on Saturday and Sunday?

No, MCX is closed for trading on Saturdays and Sundays. The exchange operates only on weekdays, from Monday to Friday, excluding declared market holidays.

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