Description

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for Currency Derivatives segment on Saturday, November 22, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm for testing and familiarization purposes.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Currency Derivatives segment on Saturday, November 22, 2025. The session is designed for trading members using third-party platforms or in-house systems via ETI APIs to test their trading applications and familiarize themselves with various functionalities including exceptional market conditions. No new BOLT TWS Release will be implemented. All trades executed during this session will not create any margin, pay-in/pay-out obligations, rights, or liabilities.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Currency Derivatives segment on November 22, 2025
  • Session available for members using third-party trading platforms or in-house developed systems through ETI APIs
  • No new BOLT TWS Release will be deployed
  • Trades from mock session will not attract any real obligations or create rights/liabilities
  • Active participation from all members is encouraged
  • Feedback required by 5:00 pm on the session day

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes introduced in this circular.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members are requested to participate actively in the mock trading session
  • Members must provide feedback on the mock trading session by 5:00 pm on November 22, 2025
  • Feedback should 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 Relationship Manager or BSE support teams for any queries or clarifications

Important Dates

  • November 22, 2025: Mock trading session date
    • 11:15 am - 12:00 pm: Log-in window
    • 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Continuous trading for Currency Derivatives and Cross Currency Derivatives
    • 4:10 pm: Trade modification for Currency and Cross Currency
    • By 5:00 pm: Feedback submission deadline

Impact Assessment

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

Operational Impact: Low. The session provides an opportunity for trading members to test their systems, familiarize themselves with platform functionalities, and identify any technical issues in a controlled environment. Members using third-party platforms or in-house systems can validate their trading applications and prepare for exceptional market conditions without risk. The session supports system robustness and operational readiness but does not affect live trading operations.

Impact Justification

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