Description

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for Equity Derivatives segment on November 8th, 2025 for testing trading platforms and familiarization with system functionalities.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Equity Derivatives segment on Saturday, November 8th, 2025. This session is designed to allow trading members to test their trading platforms, including third-party systems and in-house developed applications using ETI APIs. The mock session will enable testing of various functionalities such as risk-reduction mode, trading halt, and exceptional market conditions. There will be no new BOLT TWS release associated with this mock session.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Equity Derivatives segment on Saturday, November 8th, 2025
  • No new BOLT TWS release will be implemented
  • Trading members can test third-party platforms, empaneled vendor systems, and in-house ETI API-based applications
  • Testing includes risk-reduction mode, trading halt, and exceptional market conditions
  • Mock trades will not create any margin obligations, pay-in/pay-out obligations, rights, or liabilities
  • Feedback from all members is requested by 5:00 PM on the mock trading day
  • Contact support available: BSE Tech Support (022-22728053, bse.tech@bseindia.com) and Help Desk (022-45720400/600, 022-69158500, bsehelp@bseindia.com)

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes are introduced in this circular. This is a routine mock trading session announcement.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members are encouraged to participate actively in the mock trading session
  • Members should provide feedback on the mock trading session by 5:00 PM on November 8th, 2025
  • Members can contact their respective Relationship Manager or BSE support teams for queries or clarifications

Important Dates

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

Impact Assessment

Market Impact: None. This is a mock trading session with no impact on actual market operations.

Operational Impact: Low. The session provides an opportunity for trading members to test and familiarize themselves with their trading systems in a simulated environment. No new software release is involved, minimizing technical risk.

Member Impact: Voluntary participation for testing purposes. Members using third-party platforms or in-house systems can validate their applications and prepare for exceptional market scenarios. No financial obligations or liabilities will arise from mock trades.

Impact Justification

Routine mock trading session for testing purposes with no impact on actual trading, margins, or settlement obligations. No new system release involved.