Description

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for Electronic Gold Receipts segment on Saturday, February 07, 2026 for testing and familiarization purposes.

Summary

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Electronic Gold Receipts (EGR) segment on Saturday, February 07, 2026. This session is intended for testing and familiarization purposes, allowing trading members to test their systems and platforms. Members can participate either in this mock trading session or in the UAT environment to fulfill regulatory requirements under SEBI circular SEBI/HO/MRD1/DSAP/CIR/P/2020/234 dated November 24, 2020. No actual trades, margins, or settlement obligations will be created.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for EGR segment on Saturday, February 07, 2026
  • Members can choose between mock trading session 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
  • No new BOLT TWS Release for this session
  • Mock trades will not create any rights, liabilities, margin obligations, or settlement obligations
  • Feedback requested by 4:30 PM on the session day

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes introduced. This mock trading session is conducted 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 encouraged to participate actively in the mock trading session
  • Members using third-party trading platforms or in-house developed systems should utilize this opportunity to test their applications
  • Members should provide feedback by 4:30 PM on the session day via provided contact numbers/email
  • Members should refer to Exchange Notice No 20201201-22 dated December 1, 2020 for testing requirements

Important Dates

Mock Trading Session Date: Saturday, February 07, 2026

Session Timings:

  • Log-in: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Pre-Open Order Entry: 11:00 AM - 11:08 AM
  • Matching Period: 11:08 AM - 11:15 AM
  • Continuous Trading: 11:15 AM - 03:30 PM
  • Block Deal Window: 12:00 PM - 12:15 PM
  • Closing: 03:30 PM - 03:40 PM
  • Post-Closing: 03:40 PM - 03:50 PM

Feedback Deadline: 4:30 PM on February 07, 2026

Impact Assessment

Market Impact: None. This is a mock trading session with no actual market impact.

Operational Impact: Low. Members have the option to participate for system testing and familiarization. The session provides an opportunity to test trading platforms, exceptional market conditions, and various functionalities without creating any actual obligations.

Member Impact: Voluntary participation. Members can choose between mock trading or UAT environment to meet regulatory testing requirements. No financial obligations or settlement processes will be triggered by this session.

Contact Information:

  • TWS users/third-party vendors/in-house developers: BSE Tech Support at 022-22728053 or bse.tech@bseindia.com
  • General queries: Help Desk at 022-45720400/600 & 022-69158500 or bsehelp@bseindia.com
  • Members can also contact their respective Relationship Manager

Impact Justification

Routine mock trading session for testing purposes with no actual market impact, margin obligations, or settlement liabilities