What is Arhat in Mandi? — State-Wise Commission Rates 2026 (Complete Guide)

What is Arhat in Mandi? (Simple Definition)

Arhat (also spelled "adat" or "dami") is the commission fee charged by a mandi commission agent (arhtiya) for facilitating the auction and sale of a farmer's agricultural produce in an APMC wholesale market. Arhat is a percentage of the gross sale value and is the primary income source for commission agents.

Example: If a farmer sells 100 bags of onions for ₹50,000 gross, and arhat rate is 6%, the arhtiya earns ₹3,000 as commission (arhat).

Arhat Formula — How to Calculate Mandi Commission

Arhat = Gross Sale Value × Arhat Rate %
Net Farmer Payment = Gross − Arhat − Hamali − APMC Cess − Advance Recovery

State-Wise Arhat Rates in India 2026

State	Arhat Rate (Fruits/Vegetables)	Arhat Rate (Grains)
Maharashtra	6%	5%
Punjab	4%	2.5%
Haryana	4%	2.5%
Uttar Pradesh	2.5%	2.5%
Karnataka	6%	5%
Rajasthan	2.5%	2.5%
Andhra Pradesh	5%	4%
Telangana	5%	4%
Gujarat	4%	3%
Madhya Pradesh	3%	2.5%
Tamil Nadu	3%	2%
Delhi	6%	5%

FAQ — Arhat in Mandi

What is arhat rate in Maharashtra?

In Maharashtra, the arhat (commission) rate is 6% for fruits and vegetables and 5% for grains, regulated under the Maharashtra APMC Act.

What is arhat rate in Punjab?

In Punjab, arhat is 4% for fruits/vegetables and 2.5% for grains (wheat, paddy), regulated by the Punjab Mandi Board.

Is arhat taxable under GST?

Yes. Commission agents must pay 18% GST on arhat income if annual commission income exceeds ₹20 lakh. Fresh agricultural produce itself is 0% GST.

Who pays arhat — farmer or buyer?

Arhat is deducted from the farmer's gross sale proceeds. The commission agent deducts arhat, hamali, and cess before paying the farmer the net amount.

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