Description

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Electronic Gold Receipts segment on Saturday, October 25th, 2025 for testing trading applications and familiarization with various market conditions.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Electronic Gold Receipts (EGR) segment on Saturday, October 25th, 2025. This session is designed for trading members to test their trading applications, whether using third-party platforms from empaneled vendors or in-house developed systems through ETI APIs. The mock session will simulate various market functionalities including exceptional market conditions, risk-reduction mode, and trading halts. There will be no new BOLT TWS release for this session.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Electronic Gold Receipts segment on October 25th, 2025
  • Session is for testing and familiarization purposes only
  • Trading members can test third-party or in-house trading systems via ETI APIs
  • No new BOLT TWS release will be implemented
  • Mock trades will not create any margin obligations, pay-in/pay-out obligations, rights or liabilities
  • Members must provide feedback by 6:00 PM on the same day
  • Active participation from all members is requested

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes. This is a routine mock trading exercise.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members are encouraged to actively participate in the mock trading session
  • Members must submit feedback by 6:00 PM on October 25th, 2025
  • Feedback should be sent to BSE Tech Support (022-22728053; bse.tech@bseindia.com) or Help Desk (022-45720400/600 & 022-69158500; bsehelp@bseindia.com)
  • Members should contact their Relationship Manager or BSE support teams for any queries

Important Dates

October 25th, 2025 - Mock Trading Session Schedule:

  • Log-in: 01:15 PM to 02:00 PM
  • Pre-Open Order Entry period: 02:00 PM to 02:08 PM
  • Matching period: 02:08 PM to 02:15 PM
  • Continuous Trading: 02:15 PM to 05:00 PM
  • Block Deal Window: 03:05 PM to 03:20 PM
  • Closing: 05:00 PM to 05:10 PM
  • Post-closing: 05:10 PM to 05:20 PM
  • Feedback Deadline: 6:00 PM on October 25th, 2025

Impact Assessment

Market Impact: None. This is a mock trading session with no real financial transactions or market impact.

Operational Impact: Low. This is a voluntary testing session designed to help trading members familiarize themselves with the EGR trading platform and test their systems under simulated market conditions, including exceptional scenarios like risk-reduction mode and trading halts.

Member Impact: Optional participation for trading members who wish to test their trading applications and systems. No obligations or liabilities arise from mock trades. The session provides an opportunity for members to ensure their systems are functioning properly and to gain familiarity with various trading scenarios in a risk-free environment.

Impact Justification

Routine mock trading session for testing purposes with no financial obligations or market impact; no real trades or settlements involved