For agri traders, millers, processors, and bulk buyers, sourcing commodities directly from Government agencies ensures price transparency, legal compliance, and supply reliability. The most trusted channel enabling this is MSTC Limited, India’s official PSU-backed e-auction platform.
Why Buy Agri Produce Directly from Government?
Government agencies regularly auction surplus, old stock, buffer stock, or policy-released agri commodities. Buying directly means:
✔ No middlemen or commission agents
✔ Bulk quantities at competitive prices
✔ Transparent price discovery
✔ Fully legal & auditable sourcing
✔ Suitable for traders, mills & exporters
What Agricultural Produce Is Sold via MSTC?
Government bodies auction multiple agri commodities through MSTC, including:
Food grains (Wheat, Rice, Maize, Barley)
Pulses (Chana, Arhar, Moong, Urad, etc.)
Oilseeds (Mustard, Soybean, Groundnut)
Damaged / old / surplus stocks
Warehoused commodities
Common Government Sellers
Food Corporation of India (FCI)
State Warehousing Corporations
NAFED & State Agencies
Cooperative Federations
Who Is Eligible to Buy Agri Produce via MSTC?
Eligible Traders & Buyers
Registered agri commodity traders
Rice mills, flour mills, dal mills
Edible oil manufacturers
MSMEs & agri processors
Exporters (auction-specific)
Eligibility conditions may vary by auction (licence, GST, turnover, etc.).
Step-by-Step: How Traders Buy Agri Produce via MSTC
Step 1: Register on MSTC Portal
Create bidder account
Complete KYC
Upload PAN & GST
Activate Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
Step 2: Search Government Agri Auctions
Category: Agricultural Produce / Food Grains
Filter by:
Commodity
State / warehouse
Lot size
Reserve price
Download auction notice & quality specifications.
Step 3: Inspect Commodity Quality
Each auction clearly mentions:
Commodity type & grade
Crop year
Moisture & quality parameters
Storage location
✔ Physical inspection is usually permitted before bidding.
Step 4: Pay EMD (Earnest Money Deposit)
Typically 5%–10% of lot value
Mandatory for bidding access
Refundable if unsuccessful
Step 5: Participate in Live e-Auction
Competitive online bidding
Auto-extension on last-minute bids
Highest valid bidder wins
Step 6: Post-Auction Formalities
If successful:
Pay balance amount within timeline
Receive sale confirmation
Obtain delivery order
Lift goods from warehouse
Lifting timelines are strict—delay may attract penalties.
Documents Required for Traders
📄 Mandatory Documents
PAN Card
GST Registration Certificate
Trade licence (if applicable)
Class 3 DSC
📦 Post-Auction
Sale confirmation letter
Delivery order
Transport & warehouse documents
GST & Tax Considerations
Many unprocessed food grains are GST-exempt
Processed or branded commodities may attract GST
E-way bill required during transport
TCS / TDS applicability depends on transaction nature
Always verify commodity-wise GST treatment before bidding.
Strategic Advantage for Traders
MSTC enables traders to deal directly with Government sellers—without agents, price manipulation, or compliance gaps.
For serious buyers, this creates a scalable, compliant procurement model.