- Why is the stock market closed today?
- Which markets are closed today?
- When will the stock market reopen?
- What can investors and traders do on a market holiday?
- Stock market holidays in January 2026
- Disclaimer
If you are planning to trade or invest today and want to know whether the stock market is open on 15 January 2026, here is a quick and clear update.
The Indian stock market is closed today, Thursday, 15 January 2026, due to the Municipal Corporation Election in Maharashtra. As a result, no trading activity will take place across Indian stock exchanges today.
Why is the stock market closed today?
The stock market is closed today because of the Municipal Corporation Election in Maharashtra. In India, stock exchanges may remain closed on certain regional election days to ensure the smooth conduct of the voting process.
Apart from national holidays, market closures can also happen due to state specific events like elections. This is why it is always a good idea to check the trading calendar before planning your trades.
Which markets are closed today?
All major Indian stock exchanges are closed today. This includes the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange.
There will be no trading in the equity market, equity derivatives, currency derivatives, or commodity derivatives. Any orders placed today will not be executed and will be processed on the next trading day when the market reopens.
On regular trading days, Indian stock markets operate from 9:15 am to 3:30 pm.
When will the stock market reopen?
The Indian stock market will reopen on Friday, 16 January 2026, and trading will resume as per normal market hours.
Market holidays mainly affect short term traders who depend on daily price movements. Long term investors are usually not impacted by a single day market closure.
What can investors and traders do on a market holiday?
A market holiday can be used to review your portfolio and understand how your investments are performing. You can also track global market movements, read company announcements, and plan your trades or investment strategy for upcoming sessions.
Using this time for preparation can help you make better decisions when the market opens again.
Stock market holidays in January 2026
Here are the key stock market holidays in January 2026 that investors should be aware of.
15 January 2026 – Municipal Corporation Election (Maharashtra)
26 January 2026 – Republic Day
Being aware of stock market holidays helps avoid last minute confusion and ensures smoother trading plans.
Final takeaway
The Indian stock market is closed today, 15 January 2026, due to the Municipal Corporation Election in Maharashtra, and no trading activity is taking place across Indian exchanges. Trading will resume on Friday, 16 January 2026, as per normal market hours. Keeping track of stock market holidays in advance helps investors and traders plan their trades better, avoid failed orders, and stay prepared for upcoming market sessions.
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