Description

BSE announces mock trading session for Currency Derivatives segment on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM for testing and familiarization purposes.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Currency Derivatives segment on Saturday, January 10, 2026. The session is designed for trading members using third-party platforms, empaneled vendor systems, or in-house developed systems through ETI APIs to test their trading applications and familiarize themselves with various functionalities, including exceptional market conditions. A new BOLT Pro TWS version 12.50 will be released, with details to follow in a separate circular. All mock trades will not create any rights, liabilities, or obligations including margins, pay-ins, or pay-outs.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Saturday, January 10, 2026
  • Log-in available from 10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Continuous trading for Currency Derivatives: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
  • Continuous trading for Cross Currency Derivatives: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
  • Trade modification windows at 2:10 PM for both Currency and Cross Currency segments
  • New BOLT Pro TWS version 12.50 to be released (details in separate circular)
  • Opportunity to test trading applications and various functionalities
  • Mock trades will not attract any margin, pay-in, or pay-out obligations
  • No rights or liabilities created from mock trading

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes. This is a routine operational notice for system testing and familiarization.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members are requested to participate actively in the mock trading session
  • Members must provide feedback by 3:00 PM on the day of mock trading
  • Feedback should be submitted via contact numbers or email addresses provided:
  • Members may contact their respective Relationship Manager for queries

Important Dates

  • January 9, 2026: Circular notice date
  • January 10, 2026: Mock trading session date
    • 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM: Log-in window
    • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Continuous trading (Currency and Cross Currency Derivatives)
    • 2:10 PM: Trade modification windows
    • 3:00 PM: Feedback submission deadline

Impact Assessment

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

Operational Impact: Low. The session provides an opportunity for members to test their trading systems, familiarize themselves with platform functionalities, and ensure readiness for actual trading operations. The release of BOLT Pro TWS version 12.50 will be detailed separately.

Member Impact: Positive for preparedness. Trading members using third-party platforms, empaneled vendors, or in-house systems can validate their applications under simulated market conditions, including exceptional scenarios. Active participation ensures system robustness and identifies potential issues before live trading.

Risk Mitigation: The mock session helps members identify and resolve technical issues in a controlled environment without financial consequences or obligations.

Impact Justification

Routine mock trading session for testing purposes with no actual trading obligations or market impact. No trades, margins, or settlements will be executed.