Description

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for Currency Derivatives segment on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM for testing and familiarization purposes.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Currency Derivatives segment on Saturday, October 25, 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 allow participants to test various functionalities including exceptional market conditions. No new BOLT TWS release is planned. All trades executed during the mock session will not create any rights, liabilities, or margin obligations.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Saturday, October 25, 2025
  • Available for both Currency Derivatives and Cross Currency Derivatives
  • Login period: 1:15 PM to 2:00 PM
  • Continuous trading: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
  • Trade modification window: 5:10 PM
  • No new BOLT TWS Release scheduled
  • Compatible with third-party trading platforms and in-house systems via ETI APIs
  • Mock trades will not attract any margin, pay-in, or pay-out obligations
  • Feedback requested by 6:00 PM on the same day

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes. This is a routine mock trading session for testing and familiarization purposes.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members are encouraged to participate actively in the mock trading session
  • Members should provide feedback by 6:00 PM on October 25, 2025
  • Feedback can be submitted 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 respective Relationship Manager for queries or clarifications

Important Dates

  • October 25, 2025: Mock trading session date
    • 1:15 PM - 2:00 PM: Login period
    • 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Continuous trading for Currency and Cross Currency Derivatives
    • 5:10 PM: Trade modification window
    • 6:00 PM: Feedback submission deadline

Impact Assessment

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

Operational Impact: Low. The session provides an opportunity for trading members to test their systems and familiarize themselves with trading functionalities in a simulated environment. This is particularly useful for members using third-party platforms or in-house developed systems to ensure their applications work correctly under various market conditions, including exceptional scenarios. No actual trading obligations or settlement processes will result from this session.

Impact Justification

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