Indian stock markets will remain open on Sunday, February 1, as the Union Budget 2026 is scheduled to be presented on the same day. Both the BSE and NSE have confirmed that trading will take place as a regular market session.
Market Timings on Budget Day
- Date: Sunday, February 1
- Trading hours: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
- Exchanges: BSE and NSE
- Session type: Regular trading session
All segments, including equity, derivatives, and other market segments, are expected to function as per standard timings.
Why Markets Open on Budget Day
Stock exchanges traditionally remain open when the Union Budget is presented to allow investors to react in real time to policy announcements, tax changes, and sector-specific measures.
Budget-day trading often sees:
- High volatility
- Sharp moves in banking, infrastructure, PSU, and consumption stocks
- Increased activity in index and stock derivatives
What Investors Should Watch
- Fiscal deficit targets and government borrowing
- Taxation changes impacting individuals and corporates
- Capex allocation and sectoral incentives
- Policy cues for banks, NBFCs, infra, PSU, and manufacturing
Key Highlights
- Stock markets open on Sunday, February 1 for Budget 2026
- Normal trading hours: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
- BSE and NSE confirm regular trading session
- Expect heightened volatility on Budget Day
⚠️ Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Budget announcements can cause sharp market movements.
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