Description

BSE announces special trading session on Sunday, February 01, 2026 for calculating BSE Indices during Union Budget 2026. Markets will remain open for regular trading hours.

Summary

BSE has announced that a special trading session will be conducted on Sunday, February 01, 2026, for the calculation of BSE Indices. This special session is being held in connection with the presentation of Union Budget 2026. The exchange will remain open for regular trading hours on this day, which is ordinarily a non-trading day. This notice references the earlier communication (Notice No: 20260116-33) regarding the special trading arrangements.

Key Points

  • Special trading session scheduled for Sunday, February 01, 2026
  • BSE Indices will be calculated during this special session
  • Session is being held on account of Union Budget 2026 presentation
  • Markets will operate during regular trading hours
  • All trading members are informed of this arrangement
  • Queries can be directed to bseindex@bseindia.com

Regulatory Changes

No permanent regulatory changes. This is a one-time operational adjustment for Union Budget 2026.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members must ensure readiness for operations on Sunday, February 01, 2026
  • Systems and personnel should be available during regular trading hours on the special trading day
  • Members should refer to Notice No: 20260116-33 for complete details on trading arrangements

Important Dates

  • Notice Date: January 16, 2026
  • Special Trading Session: February 01, 2026 (Sunday)
  • Regular trading hours will apply on the special trading day

Impact Assessment

This special trading session has moderate operational impact on trading members, market participants, and exchange infrastructure. Trading members need to ensure adequate staffing and system availability on a Sunday, which is typically a non-trading day. The session enables continuous price discovery and index calculation during the Union Budget presentation, maintaining market efficiency. Index-linked products and derivatives will be affected by the special session. This is a standard practice during major economic events like the Union Budget and allows market participants to respond to budget announcements in real-time.

Impact Justification

Special trading session affects all market participants and BSE index calculations during Union Budget presentation. Standard operating procedure for budget days with medium impact on regular trading schedules.