Deep dive into the ONDC Network and Protocol
Discover all that you need to understand the whats, whys, and hows of the open network.
Knowledge Base
Welcome to ONDC's Knowledge Base - a comprehensive informative resource designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the ONDC platform effectively. As an all-encompassing repository, it encompasses everything related to the ONDC platform, from essential Governance and Policies to the invaluable Seller Network Participant handbook. Whether you seek guidance on tax, network policies, advisories, or aspire to optimize your experience with the platform using best practices, our Knowledge Base is here to assist you!
Governance and Policies
E-commerce has traditionally operated in the platform-model. In this model one central entity - the platform - controls the entire value chain - i.e. customer acquisition, managing buyer-experience, vendor onboarding, order-flow management, fulfilment and logistics, payment collection, grievance redressal etc
Publications
Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) is an initiative aimed at promoting open networks for all aspects of the exchange of goods and services over a digital network.
Marketing Resources
The usage of ONDC Logos should be in accordance with the ONDC Network Policies. Use of ONDC logo or any of our brand elements in any way that implies affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship where such a relationship does not exist is not allowed.
Tech Resources
Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) has been established to democratize and fundamentally revolutionize how digital commerce is conducted.
ONDC Academy
To strengthen digital commerce and enable operational excellence for NPs (Network Participants) in this ecosystem, we are introducing ONDC Academy. The ONDC Academy will bring forth a curated learning experience designed to help participants navigate the open network and proactively hand-hold them to become ready for their e-commerce journey through a certification-driven process. The Academy aims to impart the best practices to speed up participants’ progress to a high-performance state on the network.
DigiReady
Digital Readiness Certification (DRC) is a collaboration between Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) and Quality Council of India (QCI). It is designed to assess an entity on basic tenets of digital readiness of conducting business online, further classifying it as digitally ready (termed as DigiReady) or Requiring Support.
Financial Services - on the ONDC Network
Financial services,other than Banking and Payments, are severely underpenetrated in India. While the most affluent 100 million Indians are served well by the market, the remaining 1300 million are largely ignored.
Mobility
ONDC Travel, Transportation & Mobility aims to build a nationwide multi-modal network that provides seamless experiences, supports growth & innovation
Services
Over the years, the array of services accessible online, from the comfort of our homes has seen a remarkable expansion. In India, our reliance on local service professionals for household needs has deep roots. With the surge in smartphone usage and affordable internet access, one can access a plethora of services from the comfort of their home at the click of a button, from fixing appliances to indulging in spa treatments at home