Membership

Belong to the institution behind the trade.

Join an established Association that represents member interests, strengthens business relationships and helps the trade respond to change together.

Why join MDDMA

Membership built around trust and collective advantage.

MDDMA membership connects your firm to a recognised trade community and the services of an institution established in 1930.

01

A recognised trade voice

Add your firm to the collective representation of Mumbai's established dry fruits and dates trade.

02

Verified industry identity

Build confidence with an Association-backed member presence and a discoverable company profile.

03

Policy and compliance updates

Receive timely circulars and practical guidance on changes relevant to imports, food and wholesale trade.

04

Member-to-member access

Connect with experienced importers, wholesalers, traders, brokers, distributors and service partners.

05

Trade intelligence

Access structured market updates and member-only information as the Association publishes it.

06

Dispute and advisory support

Reach the Association for guidance, representation and orderly resolution of eligible trade matters.

Who can apply

Businesses with a genuine connection to the trade.

Eligibility is confirmed by the Association under its membership rules and review process.

Importers and exporters
Merchant firms and traders
Brokers and commission agents
Distributors and stockists
Processors, packers and brands
Eligible allied trade businesses

Categories and fees

Three categories. One entrance fee.

Membership lapses if the yearly subscription stays unpaid for 3 years.

₹400 per year

Annual member

Firms that import or trade dry fruits, dates or spices

₹300 per year

Associate member

Allied businesses that serve the trade

₹300 per year

Broker

Brokers and commission agents. GSTIN is not required.

Entrance fee: ₹251, paid once, after the Managing Committee approves the application.

How to apply

A clear, guided application process.

Apply online in about five minutes. The office takes it from there.

Apply online

Send your firm details below. You get a reference number by email straight away.

Introducers confirm

The office checks your details and calls the two member firms who introduce you.

Committee review

The Managing Committee considers your application at its next meeting.

Welcome to MDDMA

On approval, the office tells you how to pay the entrance fee and first subscription.

Apply online

Membership application.

Keep these ready before you start:

  • Names of two member firms who will introduce you
  • Your GSTIN (not needed for brokers)
  • A nominee's name
  • Your bank and branch

Brokers give copies of PAN, address proof and two photographs to the office after applying. Questions? Contact the office.

Category

Before you apply

Membership is reviewed, not automatically issued.

Submission of an application does not by itself create membership. The Association may request additional information, verify trade eligibility and place the application before the appropriate office bearers or committee process.

For help before applying, contact the Association office.

The digital member desk

MDDMA is the institution. GBAUG is where members act.

Use this public website for the Association, its leadership and membership information. GBAUG will hold the verified directory, circulars, market activity and member services.

GBAUG launches soon

Two destinations. One clear purpose.

MDDMA.orgAssociation profile · Leadership · Membership · Public contact
GBAUG.comMember directory · Circulars · Market · RFQ · Community · Accounts