Description

BSE announces mock trading session for Equity Derivatives 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 Equity Derivatives segment on Saturday, September 6, 2025. The session will run from 10:15 AM to 3:30 PM with login starting at 10:15 AM and continuous trading from 11:15 AM to 3:30 PM. A new BOLT Pro TWS version 12.03 will be released during this session.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Saturday, September 6, 2025
  • Session timing: Login 10:15-11:15 AM, Continuous Trading 11:15 AM-3:30 PM
  • New BOLT Pro TWS version 12.03 release
  • Members can choose between mock trading session or UAT environment for regulatory compliance
  • Third party and in-house trading system developers can test various functionalities
  • Feedback required by 4:30 PM on the same day

Regulatory Changes

No new regulatory changes. The session supports compliance with existing SEBI circular SEBI/HO/MRD1/DSAP/CIR/P/2020/234 dated November 24, 2020 regarding testing requirements.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members must fulfill regulatory testing requirements as per SEBI guidelines
  • Members using third party or in-house systems should participate in testing
  • Mandatory feedback submission by 4:30 PM on September 6, 2025
  • Testing should cover various functionalities including risk-reduction mode and trading halt scenarios

Important Dates

  • September 6, 2025: Mock trading session date
  • 10:15 AM: Login session begins
  • 11:15 AM - 3:30 PM: Continuous trading session
  • 4:30 PM: Deadline for feedback submission

Impact Assessment

Medium operational impact as this is a scheduled testing session that allows trading members to test their systems and familiarize themselves with the new BOLT Pro TWS version. The session provides opportunity for testing exceptional market conditions and ensures system readiness. No direct market impact as this is a mock session, but important for maintaining system reliability and member preparedness.

Impact Justification

Regular mock trading session for system testing and new software release affects trading members but is routine operational activity