Description

BSE publishes indicative schedule of 12 mock trading sessions for 2026 to enable members to plan their testing activities.

Summary

BSE has published an indicative schedule of mock trading sessions for calendar year 2026. The Exchange will conduct 12 mock trading sessions on Saturdays throughout 2026 to test its trading system. This advance schedule enables trading members to plan their own testing activities. Detailed instructions for each session will be published separately before each session.

Key Points

  • 12 mock trading sessions scheduled for 2026, all on Saturdays
  • Sessions planned monthly from January to December 2026
  • Enables members to chart out their testing schedules in advance
  • Detailed instructions will be published through separate notices before each session
  • Sessions are part of periodic testing of the Exchange’s trading system

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes introduced in this circular.

Compliance Requirements

No compliance requirements. This is an informational notice to help members plan their testing activities.

Important Dates

  • 03-Jan-26 (Saturday) - Mock Trading Session 1
  • 07-Feb-26 (Saturday) - Mock Trading Session 2
  • 07-Mar-26 (Saturday) - Mock Trading Session 3
  • 11-Apr-26 (Saturday) - Mock Trading Session 4
  • 09-May-26 (Saturday) - Mock Trading Session 5
  • 06-Jun-26 (Saturday) - Mock Trading Session 6
  • 04-Jul-26 (Saturday) - Mock Trading Session 7
  • 01-Aug-26 (Saturday) - Mock Trading Session 8
  • 05-Sep-26 (Saturday) - Mock Trading Session 9
  • 10-Oct-26 (Saturday) - Mock Trading Session 10
  • 14-Nov-26 (Saturday) - Mock Trading Session 11
  • 05-Dec-26 (Saturday) - Mock Trading Session 12

Impact Assessment

Minimal market impact. This is a routine operational notice providing advance information about planned system testing. Mock trading sessions are conducted on Saturdays when markets are closed, ensuring no disruption to regular trading. Members can use this schedule for internal planning and coordination of their own testing activities with the Exchange’s mock sessions.

Impact Justification

Routine informational circular providing advance notice of mock trading sessions for planning purposes; no regulatory changes or compliance obligations