“Muhurat” means an auspicious time — a period considered favorable for starting something new. In financial markets, Muhurat Trading represents this very spirit. Conducted every Diwali for a short duration, it allows investors to make a symbolic start to their investing journey for the year ahead.

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The tradition of Muhurat Trading started in 1957 on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and later adopted by the National Stock Exchange (NSE) — making it one of the oldest running financial customs in India’s market history. The trades made during this session are real and settled on a T+1 basis (like normal market days), even though the session duration is shorter.

Muhurat Trading in 2025 comes with a notable change. Scheduled for Tuesday, 21st October, this year’s session will take place in the afternoon rather than the traditional evening slot. The markets will be open for this auspicious session from 1:45 PM to 2:45 PM.

The shift in timing aims to streamline operations for exchanges and brokers, making settlements and back-office processes smoother. Despite this adjustment, the essence of Muhurat Trading remains unchanged. It continues to symbolize the start of Samvat 2082, the new year according to the Hindu calendar, offering investors a chance to begin the financial year on an auspicious note.

• * Random closure any time between last one minute i.e. 13:37 to 13:38 hours of the order entry period

Source: NSE Circular.

• Cultural Significance: It marks the start of the Hindu New Year (Samvat 2082) for many trading communities. Families often worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha before the market opens, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune.
• Investor Sentiment: Traditionally, the market sees positive sentiment on this day. While this doesn’t guarantee returns, it reflects collective optimism among traders and investors.
• Market Participation: Even institutional investors and mutual funds participate, showing how deeply ingrained this tradition is in India’s financial ecosystem.
• Fresh Financial Start: It’s also a great time to review your investment portfolio, set financial goals, and align your strategy for the coming Samvat year.

Whether you’re a first-time investor or an experienced trader, here’s how you can make the most of this auspicious session — with clarity, structure, and care.

• Set your objective clearly: Decide whether your participation is symbolic or strategic. Having clarity helps you plan rationally and avoid emotional decisions.
• Focus on Quality Stocks: Choose stocks from sectors showing long-term strength. Avoid speculative or illiquid counters — this is about consistency, not quick profits.
• Use Limit Orders for Control: During this one-hour window, avoid market orders that can get executed at unpredictable prices. Limit orders help ensure control and precision in your trades.
• Track Volatility: Muhurat sessions often see higher volatility due to limited trading time. Keep stop-losses handy and trade only with pre-decided entry and exit levels.

Arham Wealth’s Pre-Muhurat Checklist

• Review your portfolio and watchlist a day before.
• Check fund balance and AMO cut-off times with your broker.
• Choose stocks you understand — don’t chase trends.
• Avoid illiquid or low-volume scrips.
• Use small position sizes for short-term trades.
• Place limit orders to avoid slippage.
• Record your trades and review performance after the session.

Diwali celebrates light over darkness and clarity over confusion — values that hold true in investing as well. As you participate in Muhurat Trading 2025, take this auspicious moment to reaffirm your financial goals, embrace disciplined investing, and lay the foundation for long-term wealth creation. Let this symbolic one-hour trading session inspire thoughtful decisions, patience, and a strategic approach toward your portfolio.

Trade with awareness, invest with purpose, and let knowledge and wisdom guide your financial journey. At Arham Wealth, we encourage every investor to blend tradition with modern financial planning — making each step in the market meaningful and aligned with your life goals.

Team Arham Wealth wishes you and your family a joyous Diwali, abundant prosperity, and a successful Samvat 2082 filled with growth, security, and new opportunities!