Key Closing Dates for Financial Year 2024-2025

As the financial year 2024-2025 comes to an end, traders, investors, and market participants must be aware of key dates related to trading, settlement, and holidays to ensure smooth transactions. Understanding these dates is crucial for tax planning, portfolio adjustments, and compliance with financial regulations.

Below are few key Closing Dates and Stock Market Holidays.

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Key Trading and Settlement Dates

Last Trading Day for FY 2024-25

• The final trading day of the financial year 2024-25 is Thursday, March 27, 2025.
• Any trades executed on this day across all segments will be settled on Friday, March 28, 2025.
   

Trades Executed on March 28, 2025

• If you execute trades on Friday, March 28, 2025, these will be settled on Tuesday, April 2, 2025, in the new financial year (2025-26).
• This means any gains or losses from these trades will be accounted for in FY 2025-26 rather than FY 2024-25.
   

Important Holidays and Settlement Changes

Trading Holiday on March 31, 2025 (Monday) – Ramzan Festival

• There will be no trading activity on March 31, 2025, due to the Ramzan Festival.
• This means that markets will remain closed, and no transactions will take place across any segment.
   

Clearing Holiday on April 1, 2025 (Tuesday)

• April 1, 2025, is designated as a clearing holiday, meaning no settlement of trades will occur on this date.
• Any pending deliveries or settlements will be processed on April 2, 2025.
   

Impact on BTST (Buy Today, Sell Tomorrow) Trades

• BTST trading will not be allowed on April 1, 2025 due to the clearing holiday.
• If you purchase shares on March 28, 2025, you will not be able to sell them on April 1, 2025, since settlements will only take place on April 2, 2025.
• Traders should plan their transactions accordingly to avoid any unintended delays or risks.
   

Why These Dates Matter for Traders and Investors

Tax Planning: Since March 27, 2025, is the last trading day of the financial year, any transactions executed before this date will be accounted for in FY 2024-25. Trades done on or after March 28, 2025, will be carried over to FY 2025-26. This is crucial for calculating capital gains, filing taxes, and making investment decisions.

Portfolio Adjustments: Investors looking to rebalance their portfolios before the financial year closes must complete their trades before March 27, 2025, to ensure timely settlement within FY 2024-25.

Settlement and Liquidity Considerations: Since April 1, 2025, is a clearing holiday, liquidity constraints may arise, impacting traders who need quick access to funds. Being aware of these dates helps in better financial planning.

Final Reminder

• The last trading session for FY 2024-25 will be on March 27, 2025.
• Any trades executed on March 28, 2025, will be accounted for in the new financial year, 2025-26.
   

Market participants should take note of these key dates and plan their trading activities accordingly to ensure a seamless transition between financial years.