Description

NSE announces mock trading session for Currency Derivatives segment on Saturday, August 23, 2025 with no new version release.

Summary

NSE will conduct a mock trading session in the Currency Derivatives Segment on Saturday, August 23, 2025. This is a routine testing session with no new software version release. All members enabled for Currency Derivatives trading are automatically eligible to participate.

Key Points

  • Mock trading scheduled for Saturday, August 23, 2025
  • Trading session: 11:00 to 12:00 hrs
  • Trade modification end time: 12:10 hrs
  • Live re-login window: 14:00 to 14:30 hrs
  • No new software version release
  • Current software version: NEAT 3.5.3
  • No financial obligations from mock trades
  • NOTIS application will not be accessible during session

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes announced in this circular.

Compliance Requirements

  • Members must use valid and compliant UCC/PAN uploaded before cutoff
  • NNF users must manually clear outstanding orders in their systems
  • Members should set appropriate branch and user limits before placing orders
  • All outstanding orders will be cleared before each session
  • UCC validation will be skipped during contingency time

Important Dates

  • August 23, 2025: Mock trading session date
  • 11:00-12:00 hrs: Trading session window
  • 12:10 hrs: Trade modification end time
  • 14:00-14:30 hrs: Live re-login window
  • August 25, 2025: Next regular trading day (Monday)

Impact Assessment

This is a routine mock trading session with minimal market impact. The session serves as a system test to ensure smooth connectivity for regular trading. Members are encouraged to participate to verify their trading systems and connectivity. No financial settlements will occur from mock trades.

Impact Justification

Regular mock trading session for system testing with no financial obligations