Description

NSE announces mock bidding session on eOFS platform on October 11, 2025 to test special characters in OFS symbols and names.

Summary

NSE will conduct a mock bidding session on the eOFS (electronic Offer for Sale) platform in live environment on October 11, 2025. The session will test the system’s capability to handle special characters in OFS symbols and company names. No real obligations for funds or securities will be created from this mock session.

Key Points

  • Mock session scheduled for October 11, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Testing will be conducted on live web URL: https://eofs.nseindia.com
  • Mock scope: Special characters will be allowed in OFS symbol and name
  • Three test securities configured: TESTOFS1, TEST-OFS2, and TEST&OFS3
  • Bids placed during mock session will not attract any obligations
  • Members are encouraged to participate actively

Test Securities Parameters

TEST OFS 1 Limited (TESTOFS1)

  • Series: RS (Retail Category) and ES (Employee Category)
  • ISIN: INE123456789
  • Issue Size: RS - 5,00,000 shares; ES - 1,00,000 shares
  • Floor Price: Rs. 100
  • Market Lot: 1 equity share
  • Tick Size: Rs. 0.05
  • Face Value: Rs. 10

TEST-OFS 2 Limited (TEST-OFS2)

  • Series: RS (Retail Category) and ES (Employee Category)
  • ISIN: INE987654444
  • Issue Size: RS - 5,00,000 shares; ES - 1,00,000 shares
  • Floor Price: Rs. 100
  • Market Lot: 1 equity share
  • Tick Size: Rs. 0.05
  • Face Value: Rs. 10

TEST&OFS 3 Limited (TEST&OFS3)

  • Series: IS
  • ISIN: INE123456666
  • Issue Size: 1,00,000 equity shares
  • Floor Price: Rs. 100
  • Market Lot: 1 equity share
  • Tick Size: Rs. 0.05
  • Face Value: Rs. 10

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes. This is a testing session to validate platform functionality.

Compliance Requirements

  • Members should actively participate in the mock bidding session
  • Any new or revised announcements regarding the mock session will be available on www.nseindia.com
  • For queries, members can call Toll Free no: 1800 26600 50 (Option 1) or email msm@nse.co.in

Important Dates

  • Mock Session Date: October 11, 2025
  • Session Timing: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Impact Assessment

Minimal market impact as this is purely a testing exercise. The mock session allows members to familiarize themselves with the eOFS platform’s handling of special characters in security symbols and names. No actual trading obligations or settlements will result from participation. This technical testing helps ensure platform readiness for future OFS offerings that may use varied naming conventions.

Impact Justification

Mock trading session for testing purposes only with no real obligations for funds or securities. Limited to platform testing with special characters in OFS symbols.