Central Warehousing Corporation

Basic Information

Full Name: Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC)
Abbreviation: CWC
Parent Ministry: Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution (Department of Food and Public Distribution)
Type of PSU: Schedule-A Mini Ratna (Category-I) Public Sector Enterprise
Headquarters: New Delhi, India
Established: 1957 under the Warehousing Corporations Act, 1962
Official Website: https://cewacor.nic.in

Overview:
Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC) is one of India’s largest logistics and warehousing PSUs. It plays a vital role in the country’s supply chain by providing safe storage and movement of goods, especially agricultural produce, food grains, industrial goods, and fertilizers. CWC operates a network of over 400+ warehouses across India, connecting producers, traders, and consumers seamlessly.

Financial & Corporate Information

CWC is a profit-making Mini Ratna PSU with consistent performance in logistics and warehousing.

Key Financial Highlights (Recent Years):

• Revenue: ₹1,900+ crore annually (approx.)
• Net Profit: ₹200–₹300 crore per year (fluctuates based on grain storage contracts)
• Net Worth: ₹3,000+ crore
• Dividend: Paid regularly to the Government of India as a shareholder

Subsidiaries & Joint Ventures:

• Central Railside Warehouse Company Limited (CRWC): Focused on building and operating Rail-linked Warehouses.
  (CRWC has now merged with CWC to strengthen integrated logistics capabilities.)

Corporate Governance:
CWC is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of CMD, functional directors, and government nominees.

Safe and Scientific Storage

• CWC provides modern, secure warehouses for food grains, fertilizers, industrial goods, and other products.
• This prevents spoilage, pest damage, and wastage, ensuring goods remain fresh and safe for longer periods.
• It follows scientific storage methods — moisture control, temperature checks, fumigation, etc.

Support to Farmers

• Farmers can store their produce safely after harvest and wait for better market prices instead of selling at low rates.
• CWC’s storage receipts can be used to get bank loans against stored produce — giving farmers liquidity when needed.
• It helps reduce post-harvest losses and improves farmers’ incomes.

Easy Access to Credit

• Farmers or traders receive a “Warehouse Receipt”, which is accepted by banks for short-term loans.
• This helps small producers manage cash flow while waiting for favorable market conditions.
• It reduces dependence on middlemen and moneylenders.

Integrated Logistics Network

• CWC operates 400+ warehouses, along with rail-linked depots and container freight stations (CFS/ICDs) across India.
• It connects farms to factories, markets, and ports, making the movement of goods faster and cheaper.
• Through Central Railside Warehouse Company (now merged with CWC), it offers smooth rail-based logistics.

Affordable and Transparent Services

• Storage charges are reasonable and standardized by the government.
• Rates are available online for transparency.
• Citizens, small traders, and government agencies all can avail services without discrimination.

Helps Government Food Management

• CWC stores Food Corporation of India (FCI) stocks and other essential commodities.
• Ensures timely supply of food grains for Public Distribution System (PDS) and welfare schemes.
• Plays a key role in food security and price stabilization across the country.

Boost to Industry and Trade

• CWC supports industries by offering logistics hubs near ports and industrial areas.
• Provides custom bonded warehouses for import/export goods, helping exporters store goods duty-free until clearance.
• Enhances India’s competitiveness in global trade by cutting storage and transportation costs.

Promotes Rural Development

• By building warehouses in rural and semi-urban areas, CWC creates local employment and improves rural infrastructure.
• Encourages farm-to-market connectivity, strengthening India’s agri-logistics chain.

Sustainability and Environment

• CWC installs solar panels on warehouses to use renewable energy.
• Uses eco-friendly pest control and rainwater harvesting systems.
• Contributes to a greener and cleaner logistics system.

Business Opportunities & Partnerships

• CWC partners with private firms, MSMEs, and cooperatives to develop new warehouses under PPP models.
• Vendors and suppliers benefit from fair tenders and procurement transparency.
• Entrepreneurs can collaborate in storage, cold chain, and logistics projects.

Public Accountability & Grievance Redressal

• As a PSU, CWC operates under government oversight, ensuring public accountability.
• Citizens can lodge complaints online via pgportal.gov.in or directly with regional offices.
• Every grievance is tracked and resolved within a defined timeframe.

Contribution to National Goals

• CWC directly supports several national initiatives:
  • Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India) – by improving logistics and storage independence.
  • Digital India – through online booking and digital warehouse management systems.
  • Make in India – by supporting industrial supply chains.
  • Swachh Bharat Mission – through sanitation and waste-management initiatives.

Who Can Take Services from Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC)

Farmers & Farmer Groups

• Individual farmers can store their harvested produce safely and wait for better prices.
• Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS), and Cooperative Societies can also book space for group storage.
• Farmers can get Warehouse Receipts, which are accepted by banks for short-term loans.
  • Example: A wheat farmer in Punjab can store grain in a nearby CWC warehouse and get a loan against the stored stock instead of selling immediately.

Traders, Wholesalers & Exporters

• Traders dealing in food grains, pulses, sugar, fertilizers, or industrial products can store their goods.
• Exporters and importers can use Container Freight Stations (CFS) or Inland Container Depots (ICDs) managed by CWC for international trade.
• Goods can be stored short-term or long-term depending on the business cycle.

Government Departments & Agencies

• Departments like FCI, NAFED, Central/State Civil Supplies Corporations, and Defence store large volumes of essential commodities in CWC warehouses.
• This ensures smooth supply of goods under the Public Distribution System (PDS) and other government welfare schemes.

Industrial and Manufacturing Units

• Industries can store raw materials, machinery, spare parts, or finished goods in CWC’s modern warehouses.
• Ideal for FMCG, textile, fertilizer, pharma, and automobile sectors.
• CWC also provides value-added services like repackaging, labeling, and distribution support.

MSMEs and Startups

• Small businesses, logistics startups, and e-commerce units can rent warehouse space for short durations.
• CWC encourages MSME participation under government procurement policies and offers transparent tendering.

Cold Chain & Perishable Product Owners

• Fruit and vegetable traders, dairy companies, fish exporters, and pharma distributors can use cold storage and refrigerated facilities for temperature-sensitive goods.

Financial Institutions & Insurance Companies

• Banks and financial institutions accept CWC Warehouse Receipts as collateral for issuing loans to farmers and traders.
• Insurance companies collaborate with CWC for safe insured storage of goods.

General Public

• Any citizen or organization can rent space for safe storage of personal or commercial goods, provided the goods are lawful and declared properly.
• Common examples: storage of household items during relocation or short-term commodity holding.

Documents Required to Avail CWC Services

For Individual Farmers / Citizens

• Identity Proof:
  • Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Driving License / PAN Card
• Address Proof:
  • Electricity Bill / Ration Card / Aadhaar Card
• KYC Form: Provided by the warehouse or regional office
• Proof of Ownership of Goods:
  • Produce Receipt / Purchase Bill / Crop Sale Invoice
• Application Form: For warehouse space or booking request
• Photographs: Passport-sized photos for records

For Traders / Companies / FPOs / Cooperatives

• Company Registration Certificate / Cooperative Registration Proof
• PAN Card & GST Registration
• Authorized Signatory Letter / Board Resolution (if applicable)
• Address Proof (Office / Business Premises)
• Invoice / Packing List of Goods
• Application / Agreement Form signed with CWC
• Bank Details for payment and refund purposes
• E-way Bill / Transport Document (for goods movement)

For Exporters / Importers Using ICD or CFS

• Import/Export Code (IEC) Certificate
• Bill of Lading / Shipping Bill / Customs Declaration
• PAN, GST, and Address Proof
• Letter of Authorization from Company
• Cargo Insurance Certificate (if available)

For Loan / Warehouse Receipt Facility

• Warehouse Receipt (issued by CWC)
• Loan Application (Bank-specific)
• KYC & Ownership Proof of Goods
• PAN, Aadhaar, and Bank Account Details

Where to Submit Documents

• At the nearest CWC Warehouse Office
• Or to the Regional Manager (CWC Regional Office)
• Or upload digitally through the CWC Online Service Portal: https://cewacor.nic.in

Need Help?

CWC Helpdesk:

• 📧 Email: contact@cewacor.nic.in
• 📞 Phone: 011-23480120
• 🌐 Website: https://cewacor.nic.in

Schemes & Initiatives Related to CWC / Warehousing

• Central Sector Scheme “Storage & Godowns”
• Gramin Bhandaran Yojana (Rural Godown / Warehouse Subsidy Scheme)
• Private Entrepreneurs Guarantee (PEG) Scheme
• World’s Largest Grain Storage Plan in Cooperative Sector
• Provision of Storage Facilities to Farmers (ongoing projects under storage infrastructure scheme)
• Social / CSR / Internal Initiatives of CWC

Who’s Who

Contact Us

Head Office:
Central Warehousing Corporation
4/1, Siri Institutional Area, Hauz Khas,
New Delhi – 110016, India

Phone: 011-26566107 / 23480120
Email: contact@cewacor.nic.in |. https://cewacor.nic.in

Regional Offices:
CWC has regional offices across major cities — Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Bhopal, etc.

Public Grievance & Feedback

• CWC is committed to transparent and citizen-friendly service.
• For Complaints / Feedback:
  • 📩 Online Grievance Portal: https://pgportal.gov.in
  • ☎️ Helpline: 011-23480120 / 011-23480125
  • 🕒 Response Time: Usually within 7–10 working days

You can also submit feedback directly through the “Contact Us” section on the official CWC website.