The tradition of muhurta trading in the stock market on the occasion of Diwali is very special for investors. This is not only an hourly business, but is also considered an opportunity to make an auspicious investment at the beginning of the new Hindu Samvat. In the year 2026, Samvat 2083 will be welcomed by Muhurta trading in the stock market.
Well, this time the muhurta trading is starting after a week of tremendous growth. Last week, the Sensex saw a massive jump of 6,569 points. The Nifty rose by around 9%. Due to this strong rally, in just one week, the total market capitalization of all the companies listed on BSE increased by around Rs. 29 lakh crore was added, taking it to Rs. Crossed the mark of 500 lakh crores.
In this special trading session, investors can trade in shares, derivatives and other available segments. The timings and trading rules of this session are different compared to normal trading days. So, if you too are preparing to invest in muhurta trading, it would be better to first understand its timing, trading method and necessary precautions.
Muhurta Trading Time and Schedule 2026
As per BSE and NSE, Muhurta trading will be held on 8 November 2026 (Sunday) i.e. today. This time investors will get one hour time to trade in the equity market.
During this period, investors can place orders to buy and sell shares through their broker’s trading platform.
What is muhurta trading and when did it start?
Muhurta trading is a decades-old tradition of the Indian stock market. It started in 1957 in Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). After this, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) also continued this tradition since 1992.
In fact, according to Hindu beliefs, starting a new work by worshiping Goddess Lakshmi on Diwali is considered auspicious. Under this tradition, investors also buy stock market at the beginning of the new year.
Earlier, brokers worshiped their account books on this occasion, called Chopda Pooja. Even today, many investors symbolically start the new financial year by buying shares on this day.
How to buy shares in muhurta trading?
If you are going to participate in Muhurta trading for the first time, there is no need to open a separate trading account. You can trade from your existing demat and trading account only.
For this, keep these things in mind:
- Login to the broker’s app: View the list of available shares by logging into your existing trading account.
- Select Share: Understand the company’s business, financial position and future prospects instead of mindlessly investing money in any stock.
- Use limit orders: When buying shares, you can use limit orders to set the price of your choice.
- Determine the investment amount: Avoid investing more money than you can afford in the spirit of momentary trading.
- Take a long-term view: Investing in stocks just because it’s a good day is not a good strategy. Make investment decisions based on company quality and valuation.
What should be the investment strategy in muhurta trading?
Ajit Mishra, senior vice president of research at Religare Broking, said in an ET report that the market outlook currently looks cautiously positive. However, the market may see intermittent volatility and profit-booking after the recent rally. He believes that investors should selectively invest in companies with strong fundamentals during bullish trading. It would be better to focus on large companies with particularly good earning potential and strong business models.
At the same time, Master Capital Services Chief Research Officer Ravi Singh said in an ET report that Muhurta trading should be viewed from a long-term investment perspective rather than short-term speculation. According to him, investors should not buy in haste after seeing the market boom. Using limit orders and investing slowly can be a wise move.
Does Muhurta Trading Guarantee Stock Market Growth?
No. Muhurta trading is considered to be associated with auspicious beginnings, but it does not mean that profit from shares bought on this day is certain. Trading volume is usually low in this particular session. Therefore, due to limited buying and selling, share prices may fluctuate. Experts say that a rise in the market during muhurta trading should not be taken as a sign of continued growth in the next trading session.
What should investors keep in mind?
- Don’t just buy shares in the spirit of Diwali.
- Check the company’s fundamentals and valuation.
- Don’t try to make a quick profit in a one-hour session.
- Place a limit order to avoid sudden fluctuations in the market.
- Consider investing in stages rather than investing all at once.
- After trading, please check your order and settlement information.
Muhurta Trading 2026 is a special opportunity for investors to start Samvat 2083. This time on November 8, the stock market will have special trading from 2:20 pm to 3:30 pm. However, investors need to understand that the importance of muhurta trading is tied to tradition and auspicious beginnings, and not guaranteed profits. Therefore, it can be more beneficial to start investing in the new era with strong companies, proper valuations and long-term strategies.
