MCX Trading Hours and Holidays (2025)
If you’re an active or aspiring commodity trader in India, knowing the MCX trading hours and official holidays is crucial for planning your trades effectively. The Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) operates six days a week with extended trading hours for non-agricultural commodities.
This blog covers the MCX trading sessions, holiday calendar for 2025, and important tips for timing your trades.
MCX Trading Hours (2025)
MCX operates in two daily sessions:
✅ Morning Session
- Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Applies to: All commodities (Agri & Non-Agri)
✅ Evening Session
- Time: 5:00 PM to 11:30 PM / 11:55 PM
- Applies to: Only non-agricultural commodities like Gold, Crude Oil, Silver, Copper, etc.
- Closes at 11:55 PM for international-linked contracts (subject to DST changes)
Note: Evening session timings may be extended or adjusted based on U.S. daylight saving time (generally during March and November).
MCX Holidays List (2025)
Trading will be closed on the following days for both morning and evening sessions, unless otherwise notified by MCX.
| Date | Day | Occasion |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 26 | Sunday | Republic Day |
| Mar 10 | Monday | Maha Shivratri |
| Mar 29 | Saturday | Holi |
| Apr 14 | Monday | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
| Apr 18 | Friday | Good Friday |
| May 1 | Thursday | Maharashtra Day |
| Jul 21 | Monday | Eid al-Adha |
| Aug 15 | Friday | Independence Day |
| Oct 2 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| Oct 31 | Friday | Diwali (Laxmi Pujan)* |
| Nov 1 | Saturday | Diwali Balipratipada |
| Dec 25 | Thursday | Christmas |
*On Diwali Laxmi Pujan, a special Muhurat trading session may be held in the evening (duration is usually 1 hour).
Partial Holidays (Evening Session Open)
For certain holidays, MCX may remain closed during the morning session but open in the evening session (mainly for international commodities). A few examples could include:
- Holi
- Diwali Balipratipada
- Eid al-Fitr
Check the MCX circulars closer to each date for final confirmation.
How to Stay Updated
- Bookmark www.mcxindia.com
- Subscribe to your broker’s holiday alerts
- Track the official MCX circulars section for real-time updates
- Note seasonal adjustments due to U.S. DST
FAQs
Is MCX open on Saturdays?
Yes, MCX is open on Saturdays, but only till 5:00 PM. There is no evening session.
Is MCX open on Sundays?
No. MCX is closed on Sundays.
Does MCX close for lunch?
No. The MCX market is continuous, with no lunch break during trading hours.
What is Muhurat trading on MCX?
A 1-hour symbolic trading session held on Diwali evening for auspicious reasons.
Where can I find official holiday notifications?
MCX publishes all holiday and session timing updates in the Circulars section of its website
