Description

BSE announces mock trading session for Currency Derivatives segment on Saturday, September 6, 2025 for testing and familiarization purposes.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Currency Derivatives segment on Saturday, September 6, 2025. This session is designed for testing and familiarization purposes, with no actual trading obligations or settlement requirements.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for September 6, 2025
  • Available for Currency Derivatives and Cross Currency Derivatives segments
  • New BOLT Pro TWS version 12.03 will be released
  • Members can choose between mock trading or UAT environment for regulatory compliance
  • Third-party trading platforms and in-house systems can participate via IML/ETI APIs
  • Feedback required by 4:30 PM on the same day

Trading Sessions Schedule

  • Log-in: 10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Continuous Trading (Currency Derivatives): 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM
  • Continuous Trading (Cross Currency Derivatives): 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM
  • Trade Modification (Currency): 3:40 PM onwards
  • Trade Modification (Cross Currency): 3:40 PM onwards

Compliance Requirements

  • Members should refer to Exchange Notice No 20201201-22 dated December 1, 2020 regarding testing requirements
  • Participation aligns with SEBI circular SEBI/HO/MRD1/DSAP/CIR/P/2020/234 dated November 24, 2020
  • Active participation in mock trading sessions is encouraged
  • Mandatory feedback submission by 4:30 PM

Important Dates

  • Mock Trading Date: September 6, 2025
  • Feedback Deadline: September 6, 2025 by 4:30 PM

Contact Information

Impact Assessment

This is a testing session with no actual market impact. Mock trades will not create any margin obligations, settlement requirements, or legal rights and liabilities. The session allows market participants to test their systems and familiarize themselves with new platform features in a risk-free environment.

Impact Justification

Mock trading session for testing purposes only, no actual trading impact