Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla confirmed that the Union Budget will be presented on Sunday, February 1, 2026. This marks a historic departure from convention, as budgets are typically presented on weekdays. The Budget session is scheduled to begin on January 28 and conclude on April 2, with a recess from February 13 to March 9. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present her ninth consecutive budget, with the 11 a.m. timing maintained. This Sunday presentation allows for review before markets reopen on Monday.