GEM Portal Registration
Register your Business on GeM as a Seller or Service Provider – Get all Government e-Marketplace Benefits with CA/Consultant Support.
What is GeM Portal Registration?
GeM (Government e-Marketplace) is a central online portal for procurement of goods & services by government agencies. Registration is mandatory for any business or individual who wants to sell or provide services to Central/State Government departments, PSUs, or ministries through online tenders and direct purchase on the portal.
Who Needs GeM Registration?
- Manufacturers, distributors or suppliers who want to sell to government bodies
- Service providers (IT, security, HR, AMC, etc.) wishing to bid for PSU/government contracts
- Startups, MSMEs, and new entrepreneurs looking for government opportunities
- Any business/individual that wants to bid/apply for public sector work or supply
Benefits of GeM Registration
- Access to all government tenders, reverse auctions, bulk orders
- No need for separate government empanelments or individual tender paperwork
- Easy payments & transaction transparency (portal-based)
- Marketing support and visibility on government ecosystem
- Special startup/MSME & Make in India advantages in selection
Documents Required
- PAN Card (business/individual)
- Aadhar Card of applicant/authorized person
- Mobile number linked to Aadhaar
- Email ID of authorized signatory
- Firm/Company Registration Document (if any)
- GST Certificate (if applicable)
- Bank account proof (cancelled cheque/passbook)
- Business address proof
- Import Export Code (IEC), if for export category
GeM Registration Process
Sign Up at GeM Portal
OTP & Aadhaar/PAN Verification
Upload Documents
Profile & Category Setup
Approval by GeM Authority
Start Selling/Bidding
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, for most direct government and online procurement, GeM portal registration is mandatory for transparency and digital compliance.
GST is optional if not required for your business type/item. IEC is only needed for exporters. GeM registration is allowed for start-ups or local suppliers without GST in some categories.
Yes, your business profile, product catalogs, and documents can be updated anytime from your account dashboard.
No government fee for registration on GeM. Only professional/documentation fees may be charged by CAs/consultants if you take external help.
Usually 2–5 working days if all documents are in order and Aadhaar/PAN is active.