Description

BSE announces mock trading session for Electronic Gold Receipts segment on Saturday, September 6, 2025, with new BOLT Pro TWS version 12.03 release.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Electronic Gold Receipts (EGR) segment on Saturday, September 6, 2025. The session is designed for testing and familiarization purposes, with the release of new BOLT Pro TWS version 12.03. Trading members can participate to test their systems and fulfill regulatory requirements.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Electronic Gold Receipts segment on September 6, 2025
  • New BOLT Pro TWS version 12.03 will be released
  • Members can choose between mock trading session or UAT environment for regulatory compliance
  • Third-party trading platform users and in-house system developers can test various functionalities
  • No margin obligations, pay-in/pay-out obligations, or legal rights/liabilities from mock trades
  • Feedback required by 4:30 PM on the mock trading day

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes announced. This is a testing session in accordance with existing SEBI circular SEBI/HO/MRD1/DSAP/CIR/P/2020/234 dated November 24, 2020.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members are encouraged to participate actively in mock trading sessions
  • Members using third-party platforms or in-house systems should utilize this opportunity for testing
  • Feedback must be provided by 4:30 PM on September 6, 2025
  • Reference to Exchange Notice No 20201201-22 for software testing requirements

Important Dates

  • September 6, 2025: Mock trading session date
  • Trading Schedule:
    • Log-in: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Pre-Open Order Entry: 11:00 AM - 11:08 AM
    • Matching period: 11:08 AM - 11:15 AM
    • Continuous Trading: 11:15 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Block Deal Window: 12:00 PM - 12:15 PM
    • Closing: 3:30 PM - 3:40 PM
    • Post-closing: 3:40 PM - 3:50 PM
  • Feedback Deadline: 4:30 PM on September 6, 2025

Impact Assessment

Minimal market impact as this is a mock trading session with no real financial obligations. The session provides valuable testing opportunities for market participants to ensure system reliability and compliance with regulatory requirements. The release of BOLT Pro TWS version 12.03 may introduce new features that could enhance trading efficiency once implemented in live markets.

Impact Justification

Routine mock trading session for testing purposes with no direct market impact or compliance obligations