The Multi-Commodity Exchange of India Ltd. (MCX) on April 29, 2026, notified regarding the mock trading session on Saturday, May 02, 2026.
The following has been stated:
• The Exchange has scheduled a mock trading session on May 2, 2026, to enable members to test their trading systems and disaster recovery preparedness. The session will run from 1:55 pm to 4:00 pm, including a short special session followed by live mock trading. Members, particularly those using CTCL, are encouraged to participate using the MCX ETI API v1.4.2 and may connect either via leased-line connectivity to the data center or via the internet using existing SSL VPN credentials. They are also advised to test their systems from the disaster recovery site.
• Trades executed during this session will not result in any financial obligations, such as pay-in or pay-out. Detailed connectivity and market data configurations for both primary and DR sites have been provided, with certain features applicable only to leased line users.
• Additionally, a revised password policy has been introduced, requiring strong passwords and mandatory change upon first login. Members shall ensure that their systems are restored to normal production settings after the mock session.
[Notification no. - MCX/TECH/247/2026]
