GeM in FY 2025-26: What the Latest Numbers Mean for Sellers, and Why Bids Still Fail Before Price Latest GeM data for FY 2025-26: ₹18.4 lakh crore total GMV, 68% of orders to MSEs, and how to avoid technical rejection. Expert checklist inside. Data below is from official releases and news reports published April to August 2026. Check the live figures on gem.gov.in before you quote them to a client. The big picture On 6 April 2026 the Ministry of Commerce and Industry announced that GeM's cumulative Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) since 2016 had reached ₹18.4 lakh crore , with more than ₹5 lakh crore transacted in FY 2025-26 alone. A report by Business Standard put FY26 at about 75.7 lakh orders. One detail most posts skip: the FY26 total was ₹5.03 lakh crore, about 7.4% lower than ₹5.43 lakh crore in FY25 . The official statement attributed the dip mainly to smaller order values from central public sector enterprises (CPSEs). So the market did not grow in value this ...
IMPORTANCE of GeM? Government e-Marketplace, commonly known as GeM, is an online platform developed by the Government of India to facilitate procurement of goods and services by various government departments, organizations, and public sector undertakings. GeM has several key importance and advantages: Transparency: GeM promotes transparency in government procurement by providing a single platform where buyers and sellers can interact. This helps eliminate middlemen and corruption. Cost Efficiency: It helps in reducing the cost of procurement for the government as it allows for bulk buying and often offers competitive prices. Ease of Use: GeM is designed to be user-friendly and efficient, making it easier for government departments to procure goods and services. Increased Vendor Base: GeM provides a level playing field for sellers, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This increases the vendor base and promotes competition. Standardization: The...