Description

BSE has scheduled a mock trading session for the Equity segment on Saturday, February 07, 2026, with no new BOLT TWS release. Members can participate to fulfill regulatory requirements.

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 systems and fulfill regulatory requirements as per 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. Members can participate either in the mock trading session or UAT environment to meet compliance obligations.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Saturday, February 07, 2026 for Equity segment
  • No new BOLT TWS release planned
  • Members can choose between mock trading session or UAT environment for regulatory compliance
  • Third-party trading platform users can test various functionalities including exceptional market conditions
  • Testing opportunities include: call auction sessions, risk-reduction mode, trading halt, block deals, and other features
  • Feedback required from all members by 4:30 pm on the mock trading day
  • Members should refer to Exchange Notice No 20201201-22 dated December 1, 2020 regarding testing requirements

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes introduced. This circular facilitates compliance with 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 must participate in either mock trading session or UAT environment to fulfill regulatory requirements
  • Members using third-party trading platforms should utilize this opportunity to test their trading applications
  • All members are requested to provide feedback by 4:30 pm on the mock trading day
  • Members should test various functionalities including exceptional market conditions, call auctions, risk-reduction mode, trading halts, and block deals

Important Dates

Mock Trading Session: Saturday, February 07, 2026

Session Timings:

  • Log-in: 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 (random stoppage in last 1 minute)
  • Pre-Open Matching: 11:08 am - 11:15 am
  • Continuous Trading T+1: 11:15 am - 03:30 pm
  • Continuous Trading T+0: 11:15 am - 01:30 pm
  • Special Pre-Open for IPO & Re-listed scrips (Order Entry): 11:00 am - 11:45 am (random stoppage in last 10 minutes)
  • Special Pre-Open for IPO & Re-listed scrips (Matching): 11:45 am - 12:00 pm
  • Continuous Trading for SPOS Scrips: 12:00 pm - 03:30 pm
  • Periodic Call Auction (4 sessions of 1 hour): 11:30 am - 03:30 pm
  • Auction for Settlement Details (Offer Entry and Matching): 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
  • Afternoon Block Deal Window: 01:30 pm - 01:45 pm
  • Closing: 03:30 pm - 03:40 pm
  • Post-closing: 03:40 pm - 03:50 pm
  • Trade Modification T+1: Up to 04:00 pm
  • Trade Modification T+0: Up to 01:45 pm

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

Impact Assessment

Market Impact: None - This is a mock trading session with no real market transactions.

Operational Impact: Low - Routine testing session that allows members to validate their trading systems and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Members can test various trading functionalities in a controlled environment without affecting live markets.

Member Impact: Participation is voluntary but recommended for maintaining system readiness and regulatory compliance. Third-party platform users have an opportunity to test their applications comprehensively.

Contact Information

For queries or clarifications:

  • BSE Tech Support (for TWS users, third-party vendors, in-house developers): 022-22728053, bse.tech@bseindia.com
  • BSE Help Desk: 022-45720400/600 & 022-69158500, bsehelp@bseindia.com
  • Relationship Managers: Contact respective relationship managers

Issued by: Ketan Jantre (Head - Trading Operations) and Sandeep Pujari (DVP – Trading Operations)

Impact Justification

Routine mock trading session for system testing and regulatory compliance with no new software release or market impact