The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) is Asia’s oldest stock exchange and one of the most important financial marketplaces in India. Explore Sensex, trading segments, and secure investment solutions with ATS.
About BSE
Market Segments
BSE Indices
Market Timings
Trading Benefits
How to Invest
Investor Safety
BSE vs NSE
FAQ
Established in **1875**, BSE plays a crucial role in capital formation, wealth creation, and economic development by enabling companies to raise funds and investors to trade securities efficiently.
BSE introduced organized securities trading in India and continues to remain a trusted exchange for investors worldwide. ATS Share Brokers offers seamless access to BSE trading with advanced platforms, fast execution, and secure investment solutions.
BSE supports equity, derivatives, debt instruments, mutual funds, and SME listings, providing a comprehensive ecosystem for all types of investors.
1875: Established (Asia's First)
Listed: Thousands of companies
Technology: Modern Electronic Trading System
Regulation: Strictly Regulated by SEBI
Global: Global Investor Participation
Investors buy and sell shares of listed companies.
Trade contracts based on underlying securities.
Trading platform for fixed-income securities.
Funding opportunities for small & medium enterprises.
BSE offers several indices to track different segments of the market. The flagship index **SENSEX** acts as the benchmark for the Indian stock market.
Represents 30 large, financially strong companies.
Tracks mid-sized growth companies.
Represents emerging growth companies.
Broad market index covering multiple sectors.
| Session | Timing (IST) |
|---|---|
| Pre-Open Market | 9:00 AM – 9:15 AM |
| Normal Trading | 9:15 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Closing Session | 3:30 PM – 3:40 PM |
| Special Muhurat Trading | Diwali Session |
Legacy & Trust
Longest operating exchange in India with proven reliability.
Wide Listings
Thousands of listed companies across all sectors.
Strong Governance
Ensures market integrity and corporate transparency.
Reliable Settlement
Transparent and secure trade settlement mechanisms.
Start investing in BSE markets easily with ATS Share Brokers. Follow these 4 simple steps to begin your journey.
1
Open Account
Open ATS Trading & Demat Account
2
KYC
Complete digital KYC instantly
3
Funds
Add funds securely via UPI/Netbanking
4
Trade
Begin trading shares and derivatives
BSE operates under strict regulatory supervision ensuring investor protection through:
Strict adherence to Securities and Exchange Board of India rules.
Guaranteed settlement of all market transactions.
Robust frameworks to manage market and credit risks.
Real-time monitoring to prevent unfair trade practices.
ATS provides secure, encrypted platforms for all your BSE trades.
| Feature | BSE | NSE |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1875 | 1992 |
| Benchmark Index | SENSEX | NIFTY 50 |
| Listings | Very High | High Liquidity |
| Technology | Electronic | Fully Automated |
| Popularity | Investment Focus | Trading Focus |
BSE is India’s oldest stock exchange where investors trade shares, derivatives, and bonds.
SENSEX tracks the performance of 30 major companies listed on BSE.
Yes, BSE operates under SEBI regulations ensuring investor safety.
Yes. Anyone with a Demat account can start investing.
Stocks, derivatives, bonds, ETFs, and mutual funds.
Regular market trading runs from 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM IST.
You can open an account online with ATS Share Brokers.
Note: Investing in securities markets involves risks. All trading on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) is regulated by SEBI. Clients are advised to read all relevant documents carefully before participating.