Description

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for Equity Derivatives segment on Saturday, February 07, 2026 to allow members to test trading systems and fulfill regulatory requirements.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Equity Derivatives segment on Saturday, February 07, 2026. This session allows trading members to test their trading systems, risk management software, and third-party platforms in accordance with SEBI circular SEBI/HO/MRD1/DSAP/CIR/P/2020/234 dated November 24, 2020. Members can participate in either the mock trading session or UAT environment to fulfill regulatory requirements. There will be no new BOLT TWS Release for this session.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Saturday, February 07, 2026 for Equity Derivatives segment
  • Members can test trading applications, risk management systems, and exceptional market conditions
  • Participation in either mock trading or UAT environment fulfills regulatory requirements
  • Testing covers various functionalities including risk-reduction mode and trading halt scenarios
  • Trading members using third-party platforms or in-house systems through IML/ETI APIs can participate
  • No new BOLT TWS Release for this session
  • Feedback must be submitted by 4:30 PM on the same day

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes. This is a routine testing session in compliance with existing SEBI requirements (circular 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 trading and risk management software.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members are encouraged to participate in the mock trading session or UAT environment
  • Members should test their trading systems for various functionalities including exceptional market conditions
  • Feedback must be provided by 4:30 PM on February 07, 2026
  • Members should refer to Exchange Notice No 20201201-22 dated December 1, 2020 for testing requirements
  • Contact Relationship Manager, BSE Helpdesk (022-45720400/600 & 022-69158500, bsehelp@bseindia.com) or BSE Tech Support (022-22728053, bse.tech@bseindia.com) for queries

Important Dates

  • February 07, 2026: Mock Trading Session
    • Log-in: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Pre-Open Order Entry: 11:00 AM - 11:07/08 AM
    • Order Matching: 11:08 AM - 11:12 AM
    • Buffer Period: 11:12 AM - 11:15 AM
    • Continuous Trading: 11:15 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Feedback Submission Deadline: 4:30 PM

Impact Assessment

Market Impact: None. This is a mock trading session on Saturday with no impact on actual market operations or live trading.

Operational Impact: Low. Optional participation for members to test systems and ensure readiness. Provides opportunity to test exceptional market scenarios in a controlled environment.

Member Impact: Beneficial for members who wish to validate their trading platforms, risk management systems, and software integrations before live deployment. Helps fulfill regulatory testing requirements without disrupting regular trading activities.

Impact Justification

Routine mock trading session for system testing purposes with no impact on actual trading or market operations