Historically, the stock indices have performed well during the Muhurat trading times over the past decade. Let’s examine the data from the past few years on how the Nifty and Bank Nifty has performed historically on the days of Muhurat trading:
The “MUHURAT ” trading session will be conducted for 60 minutes on 08 Nov 2026, on leading bourses NSE and BSE, to pay obeisance to Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity. It would also mark the New Year for traders as per the Hindu calendar, or Samwat 2083.
The Muhurat Trading session for Diwali 2026 takes place on Sunday, November 8, 2026, marking the beginning of Samvat 2083.
Equity and Derivative Timings (IST)
- Block Deal Window: 1:50 PM – 2:05 PM
- Pre-Open Session: 2:05 PM – 2:20 PM
- Normal Market Session: 2:20 PM – 3:30 PM
- Closing Auction / Session: 3:15 PM – 3:35 PM (varies by segment)
- Post-Close Session: 3:50 PM – 4:00 PM (Non-CAS closes at 3:30 PM)
- Futures & Options (F&O): 2:20 PM – 3:40 PM
- Commodity Derivatives: 2:20 PM – 3:30 PM
Nifty Performances on Muhurat Trading Day
Bank Nifty Performances on Muhurat Trading Day
