On Angel One, you can trade commodities by following the timing rules set by the MCX exchange. Non-agri commodities like gold, silver, and crude oil can be traded from 9:00 AM to 11:30 PM. During US winter months (November to March), this timing gets extended to 11:55 PM. Some agricultural commodities like cotton, CPO, and kapas can be traded till 9:00 PM. Other agri-commodities end earlier at 5:00 PM. These times help traders plan better and make use of global price changes that happen during US trading hours.
Angel One also gives you a short window of 15 minutes after closing time to make any client code changes. Commodity trading is closed on weekends and public holidays. It's important to know these timings so you can manage your trades smartly and not miss good opportunities.
What are MCX commodity trading hours on Angel One?
Trading aligns with MCX timings: non-agri commodities trade from 9:00 AM to 11:30 PM IST (extended to 11:55 PM during November–March due to US daylight saving), select agri commodities like cotton, CPO, kapas trade till 9:00 PM, and all other agri commodities trade till 5:00 PM.
Why do evening hours change for some commodities?
Evening hours change due to US daylight saving. Between November and March, non-agri commodities close at 11:55 PM IST; outside these months, they close at 11:30 PM IST.
When can I modify or cancel orders after close?
A 15‑minute client code modification window is available: till 11:45 PM for non-agri, 9:15 PM for select agri, and 5:15 PM for other agri commodities.
Are commodity markets closed on weekends or holidays?
Yes, MCX is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and exchange-declared holidays. In 2025, there are 15 holiday closures, including Diwali and New Year.
Can I trade late at night for global trends?
Yes, with trading extended to 11:30 PM/11:55 PM IST, traders can participate in late global price movements—especially in metals and energy linked to US markets.
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