Description

BSE announces a mock trading session for the Equity segment on Saturday, February 07, 2026, allowing members to test trading platforms and fulfill regulatory requirements for software testing.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Equity segment on Saturday, February 07, 2026. This session allows trading members to test their trading platforms and fulfill regulatory requirements as per 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. Third-party trading platform users can test various functionalities including exceptional market conditions, call auction sessions, risk-reduction mode, trading halts, and block deals. No new BOLT TWS release is planned.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Saturday, February 07, 2026 for Equity segment
  • Members can choose between mock trading or UAT environment for regulatory compliance testing
  • No new BOLT TWS release during this session
  • Third-party trading platforms can test various functionalities and exceptional market conditions
  • Login period: 10:15 AM to 10:45 AM
  • Main continuous trading period (T+1): 11:15 AM to 3:30 PM
  • Multiple trading windows including block deals, pre-open, periodic call auction, and closing sessions
  • Feedback required by 4:30 PM on the same day

Regulatory Changes

No new regulatory changes introduced. This circular implements existing SEBI requirements under circular no. SEBI/HO/MRD1/DSAP/CIR/P/2020/234 dated November 24, 2020 regarding testing of software used in trading and risk management.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members are encouraged to participate in the mock trading session or UAT environment to fulfill regulatory requirements for software testing
  • Members should refer to Exchange Notice No 20201201-22 dated December 1, 2020 regarding testing of trading and risk management software
  • Feedback must be submitted by 4:30 PM on February 07, 2026
  • Members using third-party platforms should coordinate testing with their vendors

Important Dates

  • February 07, 2026: Mock trading session day
    • Login: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
    • Morning Block Deal Window: 10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Pre-Open Order Entry: 11:00 AM - 11:08 AM
    • Continuous Trading T+1: 11:15 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Continuous Trading T+0: 11:15 AM - 1:30 PM
    • Closing: 3:30 PM - 3:40 PM
    • Post-closing: 3:40 PM - 3:50 PM
    • Feedback deadline: 4:30 PM

Impact Assessment

Market Impact: No impact on actual trading as this is a mock session on a Saturday when regular markets are closed.

Operational Impact: Minimal operational impact. Participation is voluntary and designed to help members ensure their trading systems are functioning properly. This provides an opportunity for members to test their systems in a risk-free environment before actual trading days.

Member Benefits: Members can test various trading functionalities including exceptional market conditions, different auction types, risk-reduction mode, and block deals without any real market risk. This helps ensure system readiness and regulatory compliance.

Contact Information: BSE Tech Support (022-22728053, bse.tech@bseindia.com) and Help Desk (022-45720400/600, 022-69158500, bsehelp@bseindia.com) available for assistance.

Impact Justification

Routine mock trading session for system testing purposes with no impact on actual trading or market participants beyond voluntary participation for compliance testing