Clear your confusion and find out if the stock market will remain open on Budget day.:On February 1st, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the General Budget for the year 2026.

News Topical, Digital Desk : The countdown to Budget 2026 has begun. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present it on February 1st. Meanwhile, many investors and traders are confused about whether the stock market will be open or closed on February 1st, the day of the budget. Let us clear up your confusion with this news today.

Will the stock market remain open?

It should be noted that both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will be open on the day of the budget presentation, and trading will continue during normal hours. While the markets are typically closed on Sundays, they will remain open on Budget Day.

Why was this decision taken?

This decision was made so that investors could monitor market activity during the budget presentation, as it impacts businesses, investors, and market trends. Investors will see all budget updates in real time before placing or withdrawing funds from any stock. Major changes in taxes, government spending, or policy can cause significant market swings. The decision to keep the market open was made to allow traders to react quickly to any changes.

From when to when will the market remain open?

The BSE and NSE said trading would run from 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Both exchanges said all indices, including sectoral benchmarks, would be calculated as usual, reflecting live market activity during the budget presentation. The exchanges have called it a "special trading day."

Analysts said keeping the market open on Sunday ensures that investor reactions are timed to the budget announcements and trading continues smoothly throughout the day.

When will the budget session start and end?

The Union Budget will be presented during the Budget Session of Parliament, which begins on January 28 and runs until April 2. The first phase will end on February 13, and after a short break, the second phase will begin on March 9.

President Draupadi Murmu has approved the session. During this session, lawmakers are expected to discuss taxes, government spending, and other plans. These discussions will outline the proposals and their impact on businesses and citizens. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the budget on February 1. This will be her ninth consecutive annual budget