Description

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Commodity Derivatives segment on February 07, 2026 for testing and familiarization purposes with no margin or settlement obligations.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Commodity Derivatives segment on Saturday, February 07, 2026. This session is intended for testing and familiarization purposes, allowing members to test their trading platforms and systems. Members can participate either in the mock trading session or UAT environment to fulfill regulatory requirements under SEBI circular SEBI/HO/MRD1/DSAP/CIR/P/2020/234 dated November 24, 2020. There will be no new BOLT TWS release for this session.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Commodity Derivatives segment on February 07, 2026
  • No new BOLT TWS release planned
  • Members can choose between mock trading or UAT environment for regulatory compliance
  • Trading members using third-party platforms or in-house systems via IML/ETI APIs can test various functionalities
  • Testing includes exceptional market conditions like risk-reduction mode and trading halts
  • All trades from mock session will not create any rights, liabilities, or margin/settlement obligations
  • Members required to provide feedback by 4:30 PM on the same day

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes. This is a routine testing session in accordance with existing SEBI circular no. SEBI/HO/MRD1/DSAP/CIR/P/2020/234 dated November 24, 2020 and Exchange Notice No 20201201-22 dated December 1, 2020 regarding testing of software used in trading and risk management.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members are requested to participate actively in the mock trading session
  • Members must provide feedback by 4:30 PM on February 07, 2026
  • Members should refer to Exchange Notice No 20201201-22 dated December 1, 2020 for testing requirements
  • Participation fulfills regulatory requirements under SEBI circular SEBI/HO/MRD1/DSAP/CIR/P/2020/234

Important Dates

February 07, 2026 (Saturday)

  • Log-in: 10:15 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Continuous Trading: 11:00 AM to 03:30 PM
  • Feedback submission deadline: 4:30 PM

Impact Assessment

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

Operational Impact: Low. Members have the option to participate for testing their systems and familiarizing themselves with trading functionalities. The session provides an opportunity to test exceptional market conditions including risk-reduction mode and trading halts.

Member Impact: Optional participation. Members using third-party trading platforms or in-house developed systems can use this opportunity to validate their trading applications. No margin obligations or pay-in/pay-out requirements will arise from this session.

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Impact Justification

Routine mock trading session for testing purposes with no real trading obligations or market impact. No new system release scheduled.