Description

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Commodity Derivatives segment on January 10, 2026, with the release of new BOLT Pro TWS version 12.50.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Commodity Derivatives segment on Saturday, January 10, 2026. The session is designed to allow trading members using third-party platforms, empaneled vendor systems, or in-house developed systems through ETI APIs to test their trading applications. A new BOLT Pro TWS version 12.50 will be released, with details to be published in a separate circular. The mock trades will not create any margin, pay-in/pay-out obligations, rights, or liabilities.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Commodity Derivatives segment on January 10, 2026
  • New BOLT Pro TWS version 12.50 to be released (details in separate circular)
  • Testing opportunity for various functionalities including risk-reduction mode, trading halt, and exceptional market conditions
  • Available for trading members using third-party platforms, empaneled vendors, or in-house systems via ETI APIs
  • Mock trades will not attract any actual obligations or create legal rights/liabilities
  • Members requested to provide feedback by 3:00 PM on the session day

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes. This is a scheduled mock trading session for testing and familiarization purposes.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members are encouraged to actively participate in the mock trading session
  • Members should test their trading applications for various functionalities during the session
  • Feedback must be submitted 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

Important Dates

  • January 10, 2026: Mock trading session
    • Log-in: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Continuous Trading: 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM
    • Trade Modification: 02:00 PM - 02:10 PM
  • Feedback deadline: 3:00 PM on January 10, 2026

Impact Assessment

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

Operational Impact: Low. Members have the opportunity to test their systems and familiarize themselves with the new BOLT Pro TWS version 12.50 before live deployment. The session allows testing of exceptional market condition scenarios including risk-reduction mode and trading halts, helping members ensure system readiness.

Impact Justification

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