Documents Needed to Become a Seller on Blinkit

Blinkit (formerly Grofers and now part of Zomato) has risen as a top quick-commerce destination in India, offering 10-minute grocery delivery across more than 30 cities. But the journey to selling on Blinkit starts with getting your paperwork spot-on.

Here’s a comprehensive rundown of the essential documents you need before Blinkit even approves your seller application.

Why Documentation Matters on Blinkit

Blinkit’s curated onboarding ensures every seller meets legal and operational standards before going live. Complete documentation helps speed up approval, reduce listings delays, and ensures smooth integration with Blinkit’s dark store supply chain.

Essential Documents Checklist

• Business Registration Certificate — proof of your legal entity (proprietorship, partnership, LLP, or company).
• GST Certificate (GSTIN) — mandatory for doing business, especially quick commerce. For expansion, keep APOBs ready for other states.
• PAN Card — business or proprietor PAN for taxation and settlement.
• Bank Account Proof (cancelled cheque/bank statement) under the same business entity—to receive payouts without issues.
• FSSAI License, if selling food, FMCG, dairy, or packaged items—non-food sellers can skip.
• Trade License — especially if you’re operating a physical store or warehouse.
• Drug License, if selling pharmaceuticals or nutraceuticals.
• Trademark Certificate (if you own the brand) or a Brand Authorization Letter (if you’re a distributor/reseller).
• Brand Logo — for Blinkit registration, typically a clear 576 × 576 px PNG or JPG.

Additional Documents That Aid Onboarding

• MSME/Udyam Certificate — optional, but strengthens credibility.
• Insurance Certificate — product liability insurance if dealing with high-value or regulated goods.
• Virtual Office or APOB Address — a verified GST-registered business address for multi-city operations.

Blinkit Seller Onboarding: What’s Next?

1. Visit the Blinkit Seller Portal and fill out the registration form.
2. Upload all required documents listed above.
3. Blinkit will review your application and give access or connect you to a Category Manager.
4. You’ll discuss commercial terms and begin the NPI process—upload product details, barcodes, images, and compliance docs.
5. On approval, Blinkit will start generating Purchase Orders (POs), enabling you to supply inventory to their dark stores.

Common Pitfalls

• Brands forgetting to upload the logo at correct specs—delays visual setup.
• Overlooking a Trade or Drug License when dealing with regulated goods.
• Launching in new cities without APOBs—results in rejected inventory inflows.
• Mismatch in names or address between GST and bank accounts.

With documentation intact and organized, you’ll be ready to get fast-tracked through Blinkit’s vetting system and reach millions of urban shoppers through their quick-commerce network.