Here’s an updated 2026-ready overview of procurement types on the Government e‑Marketplace (GeM) portal — tailored for both buyers (purchasers) and vendors (sellers/service-providers) — focusing on how the platform works now, what to expect moving forward, and how to make best use of it. 1. What is GeM and why it matters GeM is India’s government-run online marketplace for procurement of goods and services by central and state ministries, departments, PSUs, autonomous bodies etc. ( Gov e-Marketplace ) It aims to bring efficiency, transparency, and inclusiveness into public procurement. ( Testbook ) For buyers: Ensures standardized process, access to competition, audited trails. For vendors: Opens access to a large marketplace, but also means competition and compliance. 2. Key Procurement Modes on GeM (2026 context) These are the main ways procurements are executed via GeM — both for goods and services. 2.1 Direct / Cart-Based Purchase For items that are s...
2. New on GeM Latest Feature : NEWLY ADDED “ NOV 2023 - WHY SELL ON GEM Why Sell on GeM? Access to National Public Procurement market No charges or fee for getting registered Special provisions and sections for startups, MSMEs and Emporium products Fully online, paperless and contactless platform A list of prerequisites for the seller registration has been made available so that it becomes a guide to the seller during registration https://gem.gov.in/support/sellers/?lang=english Brand application and brand approval process has been revamped for sellers Multiple invoice for single order Easy access to participate in bids/reverse auction Clock has been enabled in RA to display remaining time for seller participation Online grievance redressal mechanism for quick resolution All sellers will be shown reasons for rejection Seller friendly dashboard ...