Description

BSE announces special trading timings for Commodity Derivatives and Electronic Gold Receipt segments on February 01, 2026, for Union Budget presentation day with morning session only from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Summary

BSE has announced modified trading timings for the Commodity Derivatives and Electronic Gold Receipt (EGR) segments on Sunday, February 01, 2026, due to the presentation of Union Budget 2026. Only a morning session will be conducted with extended hours from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with trading modifications allowed until 5:15 PM.

Key Points

  • Special trading session on Sunday, February 01, 2026 for Union Budget presentation
  • Only morning session will be conducted (no afternoon session)
  • Login window: 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Trading timings: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM for both Commodity Derivatives and EGR segments
  • Trading modification allowed until 5:15 PM
  • Applies to both Commodity Derivatives and Electronic Gold Receipts segments

Regulatory Changes

No permanent regulatory changes. This is a one-time special trading arrangement for Union Budget day.

Compliance Requirements

Trading members must:

  • Be aware of the modified trading schedule for February 01, 2026
  • Ensure systems and personnel are prepared for the special Sunday trading session
  • Login between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM
  • Complete all trading activities by 5:00 PM
  • Submit any trading modifications by 5:15 PM
  • Contact BSE Relationship Manager or Helpdesk (022-45720400/600 or bsehelp@bseindia.com) for queries

Important Dates

  • February 01, 2026: Special trading session for Commodity Derivatives and EGR segments
    • Login: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
    • Trading: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Trading Modification: 9:00 AM - 5:15 PM

Impact Assessment

Market Impact: Medium - Trading members in commodity derivatives and EGR segments need to adjust their operations for a Sunday trading session. The extended single session from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM provides adequate time for market participants to trade around the Union Budget announcement.

Operational Impact: Medium - Members must ensure staff availability and system readiness for Sunday operations. The special schedule may affect normal weekend operational procedures and require coordination with support teams.

Scope: Limited to Commodity Derivatives and Electronic Gold Receipt segments only. Equity and other segments are not mentioned in this circular.

Impact Justification

Special trading schedule for a single day affecting commodity derivatives and EGR segments only. Medium importance as it requires members to be aware of modified timings to avoid operational issues on Union Budget day.