Description

NSE will conduct a mock trading session in the Futures & Options segment on Saturday, February 07, 2026, using NEAT+ version 7.8.7 with trading from both Primary and BCP sites.

Summary

NSE will conduct a mock trading session in the Futures & Options segment on Saturday, February 07, 2026. The session will include trading from the Primary Site (11:00 AM - 2:00 PM) and BCP/DR Site (2:45 PM - 3:30 PM), followed by live re-login (5:00 PM - 6:00 PM). Members must use NEAT+ version 7.8.7 and participate to ensure smooth connectivity for trading on Monday, February 09, 2026.

Key Points

  • Mock trading session scheduled for Saturday, February 07, 2026
  • NEAT+ version 7.8.7 to be used (available at /faoftp/faocommon/NEATPlus787)
  • Two trading sessions: Primary Site (11:00-14:00) and DR Site (14:45-15:40)
  • Live re-login window from 17:00 to 18:00
  • No new version release for this mock session
  • Pre-open includes random closure in last one minute
  • All outstanding orders will be cleared before each session
  • No financial obligations - trades will not result in fund pay-in or pay-out
  • Only valid and compliant UCC/PAN will be allowed (UCC validation skipped during contingency)
  • Connect2NSE and Extranet unavailable from 12:00 PM till end of mock session
  • Extranet API unavailable from 12:00 PM to 01:00 PM
  • NOTIS application limited to trade download only during mock session

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes introduced. This is a continuation of circular Download No. 71999 dated December 24, 2025.

Compliance Requirements

  • Members required to participate using all trading software
  • Members must re-login into live environment to ensure connectivity for Monday, February 09, 2026
  • Members using NNF software must manually clear orders in their systems
  • Members must ensure UCC/PAN compliance as per circulars NSE/ISC/51754 (March 24, 2022) and NSE/ISC/52722 (June 23, 2022)
  • Refer to connectivity parameters in circulars NSE/MSD/67674 (April 24, 2025) and NSE/MSD/70539 (September 30, 2025)

Important Dates

  • February 06, 2026: Circular issued
  • February 07, 2026: Mock trading session
    • 11:00-14:00: Trading Session-1 from Primary Site
    • 14:45-15:40: Trading Session-2 from DR Site
    • 17:00-18:00: Live Re-login
  • February 09, 2026: Regular live trading resumes (Monday)

Mock Trading Schedule Details

Session 1 - Primary Site (February 07, 2026)

  • Pre-Open: 11:00 - 11:08 (random closure in last minute)
  • Normal Market: 11:15 - 14:00
  • Contingency Period: 12:45 - 14:00

Session 2 - BCP/DR Site (February 07, 2026)

  • Pre-Open: 14:45 - 14:53 (random closure in last minute)
  • Normal Market: 15:00 - 15:30
  • Trade Modification: Until 15:40

Live Re-login

  • Start: 17:00
  • End: 18:00

Impact Assessment

Medium impact on market operations. Members must allocate resources for mock session participation on Saturday. No financial impact as trades do not result in actual settlements. Critical for ensuring system readiness and smooth operations when live trading resumes on Monday. Members should test all trading software and connectivity to avoid disruptions. Support available via toll-free number 1800-266-0050 (Option 1) and email msm@nse.co.in.

Impact Justification

Scheduled mock trading session for system testing. Important for members to participate but does not create financial obligations or regulatory changes.