Government e-Marketplace (GeM) — Sell to Government

About This Scheme

Government e-Marketplace (GeM) is the online procurement platform for all government ministries, departments, and PSUs. MSMEs and startups can register as sellers on GeM and sell products/services directly to the government without intermediaries. DPIIT-recognized startups are exempt from prior turnover and experience requirements.

Ministry: Ministry of Commerce and Industry

Eligibility

Any manufacturer, service provider, or reseller with valid GST and PAN; MSMEs get priority and exclusive procurement categories; DPIIT-recognized startups exempt from prior turnover/experience criteria.

Key Benefits

• Direct access to ₹4+ lakh crore annual government procurement
• No middlemen — sell directly to government buyers
• MSMEs get 25% procurement reservation (3% for women-owned MSMEs)
• Startups exempt from prior turnover and experience criteria
• Transparent bidding and timely payments (within 10 days)
• No registration fee

Application Process

1. 1Visit gem.gov.in and click 'Sell on GeM'
2. 2Register with PAN and GST details — verify with Aadhaar OTP
3. 3Create product/service catalogue with specifications and pricing
4. 4Participate in bids or get direct orders from government buyers
5. 5Fulfill orders and receive payment within 10 working days

Documents Required

• PAN Card
• GST Registration
• Aadhaar Card
• Bank account details
• Product catalogue/brochures
• Udyam Registration (for MSME benefits)

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