Description

BSE announces mock trading session for Electronic Gold Receipts segment on January 10, 2026, with new BOLT Pro TWS version 12.50 release for testing trading applications and functionalities.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Electronic Gold Receipts (EGR) segment on Saturday, January 10, 2026. The session is designed for trading members to test their trading applications, including third-party platforms from empaneled vendors and in-house systems using ETI APIs. A new version of BOLT Pro TWS (version 12.50) will be released, with details to follow in a separate circular. The mock session will test various functionalities including risk-reduction mode, trading halt, and exceptional market conditions.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Electronic Gold Receipts segment on Saturday, January 10, 2026
  • New BOLT Pro TWS version 12.50 will be released (details in separate circular)
  • Trading members can test third-party platforms, empaneled vendor systems, or in-house developed systems through ETI APIs
  • Testing will cover various functionalities including risk-reduction mode, trading halt, and exceptional market conditions
  • Mock trades will not attract any margin obligations, pay-in/pay-out obligations, or create any rights and liabilities
  • Feedback requested from all members by 3:00 PM on the mock trading day

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes. This is a scheduled testing session for market infrastructure.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members are encouraged to participate actively in the mock trading session
  • Members must provide feedback by 3:00 PM on January 10, 2026
  • Contact BSE Helpdesk (022-45720400/600 & 022-69158500; bsehelp@bseindia.com) or BSE Tech Support (022-22728053; bse.tech@bseindia.com) for queries or clarifications
  • Members should contact their respective Relationship Managers for assistance

Important Dates

  • January 10, 2026: Mock trading session
    • Log-in: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Pre-Open Order Entry period: 11:00 AM - 11:08 AM
    • Matching period: 11:08 AM - 11:15 AM
    • Continuous Trading: 11:15 AM - 02:00 PM
    • Block Deal Window: 12:00 PM - 12:15 PM
    • Closing: 02:00 PM - 02:10 PM
    • Post-closing: 02:10 PM - 02:20 PM
  • January 10, 2026, 3:00 PM: Deadline for feedback submission

Impact Assessment

Market Impact: None. This is a mock trading session with no actual trading obligations.

Operational Impact: Low. Trading members have an opportunity to test and familiarize themselves with their trading systems and the new BOLT Pro TWS version 12.50. This allows for identification and resolution of potential technical issues before live trading.

Member Action Required: Voluntary participation in mock trading and submission of feedback to help BSE improve system robustness and efficiency. No mandatory compliance requirements beyond normal testing participation.

Impact Justification

Routine mock trading session for testing purposes with no actual trading obligations or market impact. No trades will create rights, liabilities, or margin obligations.