National Agriculture Market

National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) is a pan-India electronic trading platform that is open for registration all year, and it now connects 1,656 mandis across 23 states and 4 Union Territories. By March 2026, more than 1.80 crore farmers, 2.73 lakh traders and 4,724 Farmer Producer Organizations had registered on this platform, and the total value of produce traded since 2016 has crossed ₹4.84 lakh crore.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched this platform on 14 April 2016 with the aim of creating a single online market for farm produce, a vision often described as 'One Nation, One Market'. The Small Farmers Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC) runs it under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.

National Agriculture Market Introduction

e-NAM brings Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) mandis onto one digital network. Farmers can show their produce arrivals, get quality checks done, take part in online bidding, and receive payment directly in their bank account. The platform also supports e-payment through NEFT, RTGS, internet banking and UPI, so the money reaches the seller without any middleman.

Before e-NAM, a farmer could only sell inside the local mandi and had no idea what prices other markets were offering. Now a farmer in Haryana can check live price trends of different mandis and decide when and where to sell the harvest. This removes the information gap between buyers and sellers, and bidding is based on the actual quality of the produce.

The platform has grown steadily since 2016. The number of connected mandis went up from 1,389 in 2024 to 1,656 by March 2026. Cumulative trade of 13.25 crore metric tonnes has been recorded, worth ₹4.84 lakh crore, and trade value has grown from ₹3.19 lakh crore in 2024. The e-NAM mobile app now gives free price information for 247 commodities, and the portal works in 12 languages including Hindi, English, Gujarati, Marathi, Telugu, Bengali and Tamil.

The government has also started work on e-NAM 2.0, the upgraded version of the platform. It will add Aadhaar-based eKYC, bank account validation, automated bidding, demand and supply data, and open network services for assaying, logistics and fintech support, so that inter-state farm trade becomes even easier.

Key Information

Benefits

The scheme gives support to farmers, markets and state governments in different ways.

For Farmers

Farmers get access to a nationwide market instead of being limited to the local mandi. They get real-time price discovery, clear online auctions, and direct payment in the bank account. Quality testing of produce is free at registered markets. Farmers can also store produce in WDRA-accredited warehouses, take an electronic warehouse receipt (e-NWR), and sell it later on the platform when prices are better.

For Markets (APMCs/RMCs)

Markets get central support of up to ₹75 lakh per mandi to set up hardware, assaying labs, electronic weighbridges and other infrastructure. They also get free e-NAM software help and support staff for one year. A logistics module is available on the platform for moving produce from farm to mandi and from mandi to the buyer.

For State Governments/UTs

States that adopt core reforms, such as a single-point market fee and a unified trading license valid across the state, become eligible for central funding to digitize their regional agricultural infrastructure.

Eligibility

States and Union Territories need to complete a few reforms before their mandis can join the e-NAM network. These are the main conditions:

1. Implement a single unified trading license that remains valid across the entire state.
2. Apply a single-point market fee, charged only once at the first wholesale transaction point.
3. Provide the legal framework needed for e-auctions and digital trading.
4. Register the implementing agency on the PFMS portal and give correct bank details.
5. Commit to trading a good part of commodities digitally and stay connected to Soil Testing Laboratories.

Application Process

Registration on e-NAM is online and free of cost. The steps are different for farmers, traders and FPOs, and the details are given below.

Registration for Farmers

STEP 1 - Visit the official e-NAM portal and select 'Farmer' as the user type. Choose your local APMC from the list.

STEP 2 - Enter your email ID and contact number. The platform sends a temporary login ID and password to the email.

STEP 3 - Login to the dashboard and click the 'Register with APMC' option. Fill in your KYC details and submit them for approval.

STEP 4 - Once the APMC approves the application, you get a permanent farmer login ID and password on email, and your account is ready for trading.

Registration for Traders

STEP 1 - Open the official e-NAM portal and select 'Trader' as the user type. Choose the suitable APMC or state level option.

STEP 2 - Upload your passport-size photo, trade license and PAN details, and give your email ID for login details.

STEP 3 - Login to the dashboard and submit your license and KYC details for approval by the selected APMC or State Agriculture Marketing Board.

STEP 4 - After approval, the permanent trader login ID and password are sent on email, and you can start bidding in online trade.

Registration for FPOs/FPCs

STEP 1 - FPOs can register on the e-NAM website or mobile app, or visit the nearest e-NAM mandi with the FPO registration certificate, bank account details and authorized signatory information.

STEP 2 - The mandi verifies the details and activates the FPO account for trading on the platform. You can also use the e-NAM portal farmer registration form guide for extra help.

Documents

Keep these documents ready before you start the online application:

References

For more details, check the e-NAM registration guidelines on the official portal and the PIB background note on e-NAM (April 2026).

FAQ's

What is the main goal of this trading platform?

The main aim is to connect all APMC mandis into one digital network so that farm produce can be traded across the country. This creates a single national market, often called 'One Nation, One Market', with one price discovery system.

How does this help me get better prices?

The platform shows real-time bids from buyers across many regions. Since bidding is open and based on produce quality, farmers get a chance to sell at better prices than what the local mandi alone would offer.

Is the quality testing free?

Yes, e-NAM provides free quality testing at designated mandis. The produce is graded before bidding, so buyers bid based on the actual quality and farmers get a fair price for better produce.

What support do markets receive?

Markets receive central support of up to ₹75 lakh per mandi for infrastructure such as e-auction halls, weighbridges, assaying labs and internet connectivity. They also get free software help and support staff for one year.

Is e-NAM still running in 2026?

Yes, the platform is fully running. By March 2026, 1,656 mandis across 23 states and 4 Union Territories were connected, and the government has also announced an upgrade to e-NAM 2.0 with features like Aadhaar-based eKYC, bank account validation, and added logistics and fintech services.

How do I get help if I face a problem?

You can call the toll-free helpline 1800 270 0224 or write to nam@sfac.in. The portal also has an online complaint system where you can submit your issue directly.