Description

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the equity segment on Saturday, August 02, 2025 with detailed timings for various trading windows.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Equity segment on Saturday, August 02, 2025. This session allows members to test their trading systems and fulfill regulatory requirements as per SEBI circular SEBI/HO/MRD1/DSAP/CIR/P/2020/234 dated November 24, 2020. Members can participate either in the mock trading session or UAT environment.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Saturday, August 02, 2025
  • No new BOLT TWS release will be implemented
  • Third-party trading platform users can test various functionalities including exceptional market conditions
  • Testing includes call auction sessions, risk-reduction mode, trading halt, and block deals
  • Members must provide feedback by 4:30 PM on the same day

Trading Sessions Schedule

  • Log-in: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
  • Morning Block Deal Window: 10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Pre-Open Order Entry: 11:00 AM - 11:08 AM
  • Pre-Open Matching: 11:08 AM - 11:15 AM
  • Continuous Trading T+1: 11:15 AM - 03:30 PM
  • Continuous Trading T+0: 11:15 AM - 01:30 PM
  • Special Pre-Open for IPO & Re-listed scrips: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Periodic Call Auction: 11:30 AM - 03:30 PM (4 sessions of 1 hour)
  • Afternoon Block Deal Window: 01:30 PM - 01:45 PM
  • Closing: 03:30 PM - 03:40 PM
  • Post-closing: 03:40 PM - 03:50 PM

Compliance Requirements

  • Members may choose to participate in either mock trading session or UAT environment
  • Participation fulfills regulatory requirements under SEBI circular SEBI/HO/MRD1/DSAP/CIR/P/2020/234
  • Members must provide feedback by 4:30 PM on August 02, 2025
  • Reference to Exchange Notice No 20201201-22 regarding testing of trading and risk management software

Important Dates

  • Mock Trading Date: Saturday, August 02, 2025
  • Feedback Deadline: 4:30 PM on August 02, 2025

Contact Information

Impact Assessment

This mock trading session provides an opportunity for members to test their systems and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. It allows testing of various market conditions and functionalities without affecting live trading, helping ensure system robustness and preparedness.

Impact Justification

Scheduled mock trading session for system testing and compliance with SEBI requirements