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Market Bulletin | Live Trading on Sunday, February 1, 2026

In view of the Union Budget 2026 presentation, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) has announced a special live trading session on Sunday, February 1, 2026, following regular market timings.

 

Equity Market Timings – February 1, 2026 (Sunday)

  • Pre-Open Session: 9:00 AM – 9:08 AM 

  • Normal Market Session: 9:15 AM – 3:30 PM

 

Other Market Sessions

  • Block Deal Session – I: 8:45 AM – 9:00 AM

  • Special Pre-Open Session (IPO & Relisted Securities): 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM 

  • Call Auction (Illiquid Securities): 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

  • Block Deal Session – II: 2:05 PM – 2:20 PM

  • Post-Closing Session: 3:40 PM – 4:00 PM

  • Trade Modification Cut-off Time: 4:15 PM

 

Important Note

  • The T0 (Same Day Settlement) session will NOT be available on February 1, 2026, due to a settlement holiday.

 Investors and traders are advised to plan their trades accordingly and ensure readiness for the special Sunday trading session.

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