Description

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for Commodity Derivatives segment on January 03, 2026 for testing and familiarization purposes.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Commodity Derivatives segment on Saturday, January 03, 2026. The session is designed for testing and familiarization purposes, allowing members to test their trading platforms and systems. Mock trades will not create any actual margin, pay-in, pay-out obligations, rights, or liabilities.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Commodity Derivatives segment on January 03, 2026
  • Members can participate in either mock trading or UAT environment to fulfill regulatory requirements per SEBI circular SEBI/HO/MRD1/DSAP/CIR/P/2020/234 dated November 24, 2020
  • No new BOLT TWS release for this session
  • Trading members using third-party platforms or in-house systems via IML/ETI APIs can test various functionalities including risk-reduction mode and trading halt scenarios
  • All mock trades are for testing only and will not attract any actual obligations
  • Members must provide feedback by 4:30 PM on the session day

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes introduced. This circular relates to compliance with existing SEBI circular no. SEBI/HO/MRD1/DSAP/CIR/P/2020/234 dated November 24, 2020 regarding testing requirements. Members should also refer to Exchange Notice No 20201201-22 dated December 1, 2020 regarding testing of software used in trading and risk management.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members are requested to participate actively in the mock trading session
  • Members using third-party trading platforms or in-house developed systems should utilize this opportunity to test their trading applications
  • Feedback must be submitted by 4:30 PM on January 03, 2026
  • Members should contact their Relationship Manager, BSE Helpdesk (022-45720400/600 & 022-69158500; bsehelp@bseindia.com) or BSE Tech Support (022-22728053; bse.tech@bseindia.com) for queries

Important Dates

  • January 03, 2026: Mock Trading Session
    • Log-in: 10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
    • Continuous Trading: 11:00 AM to 03:30 PM
    • Feedback Deadline: 4:30 PM

Impact Assessment

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

Operational Impact: Low. Members have the option to participate in either the mock trading session or UAT environment. The session provides an opportunity for testing trading platforms, third-party vendor systems, and in-house developed applications under various market conditions including exceptional scenarios like risk-reduction mode and trading halts. No actual financial obligations or liabilities will be created from mock trades.

Impact Justification

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