GEM Registration Your Gateway to Government Business

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The Government e-Marketplace GEM is India's national public procurement portal

launched by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry in 2016 It serves as the mandatory procurement platform for all Central and State Government ministries, departments, PSUs, and autonomous bodies processing transactions worth over ₹4 lakh crores annuallyGeM registration is compulsory for any business wanting to supply goods or services to government entities. With over 80 lakh registered sellers competing for opportunities from 3.85 lakh government buyers, having expert guidance ensures your registration stands out and gets approved quickly.

Pre-Registration Assessment & Strategy

Eligibility verification against latest GeM criteria for your business entity type Turnover categorization to determine caution money requirements (₹5,000 for ₹10 Cr) Product/service category mapping from GeM's 150+ categories across 7,400+ products

Document Preparation & Validation

PAN verification - ensuring 4th character matches business type (P-Proprietorship, F-Partnership, C-Company) Aadhaar authentication with OTP verification for primary user GST integration and validation with government records Bank account verification with IFSC validation

Portal Registration & Setup

Primary user account creation by authorized person only (Director/Proprietor) Digital signature enrollment and certificate mapping Organization profile completion across all mandatory sections Caution money deposit based on annual turnover

Advanced Services

Vendor Assessment application through RITES (Rail India Technical and Economic Service) OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) certification for Q1/Q2 category participation Brand approval process for proprietary products Product catalog listing with technical specifications and pricing

Post-Registration Support

GeM SAHAY loan facility setup against orders and invoices Reseller appointment and management for OEMs Bid participation training for tenders and reverse auctions

Timeline & Investment

Registration Completion: 3-5 working days from document submission[Previous content] Vendor Assessment: 15 days post-fee payment to RITES Full Marketplace Activation: 2-3 weeks including OEM certification

Required Documentation

Document Category

Specific Requirements

Mandatory For

Identity Proof

Aadhaar of Director/Proprietor

All entities

Business Proof

PAN with correct 4th character

All entities

Tax Registration

GST Certificate (if turnover >₹20 lakh)

Most businesses

Financial Proof

Bank statement/cancelled cheque

All entities

Incorporation

CIN/LLP/Partnership deed

Companies/LLPs

Compliance

ITR for last 3 years

Companies >24 months old

Key Benefits Benefits

Market Access: Direct reach to 3.85 lakh government buyers across India

Transparent Bidding: Level playing field with automated evaluation processes

Timely Payments: Integration with PFMS ensures payments within 10 days

MSME Advantages: 25% purchase preference and EMD exemption for registered MSMEs

No Registration Fee: GeM registration is completely free of cost

01

Guaranteed Payment Security

PFMS integration ensures automatic payments within 10 days of delivery - no payment delays, no follow-ups needed

02

Zero Investment, Maximum Returns

Start selling to the government without any upfront costs - GeM registration is completely free, but professional guidance accelerates your success

03

From Local to National in One Click

Expand your business footprint instantly across all 28 states and 8 union territories - reach government buyers from Kashmir to Kanyakumari without opening a single branch office

GeM registration is compulsory for any business wanting to supply goods or services to government entities With over 80 lakh registered sellers competing for opportunities from 3.85 lakh government buyers, having expert guidance ensures your registration stands out and gets approved quickly.

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