**GeM (Government e-Marketplace) Portal: Key Changes in 2026 (up to June 2026)** regarding products, services, manpower, and L1-related processes. GeM is India's national procurement platform for government buyers. In 2026, it has seen ongoing updates for transparency, MSME support, digital features, expanded categories, and refined bidding rules. Procurement volume continues to grow significantly (already crossing high figures in FY26). Changes are evolutionary rather than revolutionary, focusing on compliance, new green/tech categories, and streamlining. ### 1. Products: New Categories, Listing & Procurement Rules - **New/Expanded Categories (2026)**: Significant additions to support government priorities like sustainability and tech: - EV (Electric Vehicles) products, charging equipment, batteries, and related maintenance. - Solar energy products (panels, inverters, installation). - Green building materials and eco-friendly/recycled products (with procu...
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 ...