Description

BSE announces mock trading session for Currency Derivatives segment on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM for testing and familiarization purposes.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Currency Derivatives segment on Saturday, July 26, 2025. This session is designed for trading members using third-party trading platforms or in-house developed systems through ETI APIs to test their trading applications and familiarize themselves with various functionalities, including exceptional market conditions. The mock trading will not create any real obligations or liabilities.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Saturday, July 26, 2025
  • Available for Currency Derivatives and Cross Currency Derivatives segments
  • Trading sessions run from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  • No new BOLT TWS release planned
  • Trades from mock session will not attract margin, pay-in, or pay-out obligations
  • Feedback requested from all participants by 4:00 PM

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes are introduced by this circular. This is purely an operational announcement for a testing session.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members are encouraged to participate actively in the mock trading session
  • Members must provide feedback by 4:00 PM on the day of the mock session
  • Contact BSE Tech Support or Help Desk for any queries or clarifications

Important Dates

  • Mock Trading Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025
  • Log-in Window: 10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Trading Sessions: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  • Trade Modification Window: 3:10 PM onwards
  • Feedback Deadline: 4:00 PM on July 26, 2025

Impact Assessment

This is a low-impact operational notice with no real market implications. The mock trading session serves as a testing and familiarization exercise for trading members and their systems. Since the trades are simulated and create no actual obligations, there is minimal operational or financial impact on market participants. The session provides an opportunity for members to test their trading platforms and ensure system readiness.

Impact Justification

Mock trading session for testing purposes only with no real market impact or obligations