Stock markets, including the BSE and NSE, will remain closed today, Tuesday, April 14, 2026, across India on account of Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti. This is a gazetted public holiday, leading to a complete halt in trading for equity, equity derivatives, currency derivatives, and related segments on both major exchanges. Trading is scheduled to resume on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. This marks one of the key trading holidays in the 2026 calendar for Indian equity markets.

Commodity markets present a mixed picture. The Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX), the country's largest commodity derivatives platform, will stay closed during the morning session (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM) but will reopen for the evening session (5:00 PM to 11:55 PM). In contrast, the National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX), focused on agri-commodities, is expected to remain fully closed for both sessions. These partial or full closures align with the holiday observance.

Banks across most parts of India will also remain shut today. As per the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) holiday calendar, April 14 is listed as a bank holiday under the Negotiable Instruments Act in numerous cities and states, including Mumbai, Delhi (via Belapur and other centers), Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and others. This coincides with Ambedkar Jayanti as well as regional festivals like Baisakhi, Tamil New Year, and Bohag Bihu in various regions. Customers are advised to use digital banking services or ATMs for urgent needs, as physical branches will not operate.

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The holiday commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Indian Constitution, whose contributions to social justice, equality, and nation-building are widely celebrated nationwide. Ambedkar Jayanti is observed as a public holiday by the central government, resulting in closures of government offices, schools, colleges, courts, and public sector undertakings in addition to financial institutions. Essential services and most private shops are likely to remain open.

Investors and traders should plan accordingly for the shortened trading week. With no activity in major equity and most commodity segments during regular hours, market participants may review positions or use the break for analysis ahead of Wednesday's resumption. This closure is part of the standard 2026 holiday list issued by NSE and BSE, ensuring markets align with national observances while maintaining overall trading continuity throughout the year.

In summary, today features widespread closures for stock exchanges and banks due to the national holiday, with limited evening trading possible on MCX. Individuals are encouraged to check specific branch or regional updates via official RBI, NSE, or BSE channels for any localized variations.

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