Description

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for Commodity Derivatives segment on November 8th, 2025 to enable trading members to test their systems and functionalities.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Commodity Derivatives segment on Saturday, November 8th, 2025. This session is designed for trading members using third-party platforms or in-house systems via ETI APIs to test their trading applications. The session will include testing of various functionalities including exceptional market conditions like risk-reduction mode and trading halts. There will be no new BOLT TWS Release. All trades from this mock session are for testing only and will not create any margin, pay-in/pay-out obligations, rights, or liabilities.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Commodity Derivatives segment on Saturday, November 8th, 2025
  • No new BOLT TWS Release will be implemented
  • Trading members can test third-party platforms (empaneled vendors) or in-house systems via ETI APIs
  • Testing will cover various functionalities including risk-reduction mode, trading halt, and exceptional market conditions
  • All trades are for testing purposes only with no real obligations
  • Members requested to provide feedback by 5:00 PM on the same day
  • Active participation from all members is encouraged

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes introduced in this circular.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members are encouraged to actively participate in the mock trading session
  • Members must submit feedback for the mock trading session by 5:00 PM on November 8th, 2025
  • Contact BSE Helpdesk or BSE Tech Support team for queries or clarifications

Important Dates

  • November 8th, 2025 (Saturday):
    • Log-in: 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
    • Continuous Trading: 12:00 PM to 04:00 PM
    • Trade Modification: 04:00 PM to 04:10 PM
    • Feedback Submission Deadline: 5:00 PM

Impact Assessment

Market Impact: None - This is a mock trading session that does not affect actual market operations.

Operational Impact: Low - Optional testing opportunity for trading members to validate their systems and familiarize themselves with platform functionalities. No actual financial obligations or settlements will arise from this session.

Member Impact: Beneficial for members using third-party or in-house trading systems to test their applications under simulated market conditions including exceptional scenarios.

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Impact Justification

Routine mock trading session for testing purposes only. No actual trading obligations, margins, or settlements. Does not affect real market operations or create rights and liabilities.