GeM Portal Services Guide

Government e-Marketplace (GeM) पर खरीददारों और विक्रेताओं के लिए सेवाओं की विस्तृत मार्गदर्शिका।

GeM Portal Services: A Comprehensive Guide

Important Note: Always ensure you are on the official Government e-Marketplace (GeM) website (gem.gov.in) to ensure secure transactions and avoid misinformation.
महत्वपूर्ण नोट: सुरक्षित लेनदेन और गलत सूचना से बचने के लिए हमेशा सुनिश्चित करें कि आप आधिकारिक गवर्नमेंट ई-मार्केटप्लेस (GeM) वेबसाइट (gem.gov.in) पर हैं।

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GeM Overview (GeM का अवलोकन)

Government e-Marketplace (GeM) भारत सरकार द्वारा शुरू किया गया एक ऑनलाइन प्लेटफॉर्म है जिसका उद्देश्य विभिन्न सरकारी विभागों, संगठनों और सार्वजनिक क्षेत्र के उपक्रमों (PSUs) द्वारा वस्तुओं और सेवाओं की खरीद को सुविधाजनक बनाना है।

GeM सार्वजनिक खरीद में पारदर्शिता, दक्षता और गति बढ़ाने के लिए एक गतिशील, आत्मनिर्भर और उपयोगकर्ता के अनुकूल पोर्टल है। यह ई-बिडिंग, रिवर्स ई-ऑक्शन और मांग एकत्रीकरण जैसे उपकरण प्रदान करता है ताकि सरकारी उपयोगकर्ताओं को उनके पैसे का सर्वोत्तम मूल्य मिल सके।

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Key Benefits of GeM (GeM के प्रमुख लाभ)

GeM पोर्टल खरीददारों और विक्रेताओं दोनों के लिए कई महत्वपूर्ण लाभ प्रदान करता है:

For Buyers (खरीददारों के लिए):

For Sellers (विक्रेताओं के लिए):

1. Buyer Registration (खरीददार पंजीकरण)

सरकारी मंत्रालयों, विभागों, सार्वजनिक क्षेत्र के उपक्रमों और स्वायत्त निकायों के सभी केंद्रीय और राज्य सरकार के अधिकारी GeM पोर्टल पर खरीददार के रूप में पंजीकरण कर सकते हैं।

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Visit the GeM Portal: gem.gov.in
  2. Click on "Sign Up" and select "Buyer".
  3. Enter your organization's details (name, type, registered address, GSTIN if applicable).
  4. Verify your official email ID (preferably @gov.in or @nic.in) via OTP.
  5. Create a User ID and a strong password.
  6. Upload required documents (see below).
  7. Primary users (Head of Organization/Deputy Secretary equivalent) can create secondary users (Buyer, Consignee, PAO, DDO) after registration.

Buyer Registration

Documentation Required:

2. Seller Registration (विक्रेता पंजीकरण)

निर्माता, सेवा प्रदाता, एमएसएमई और स्टार्टअप सहित व्यवसाय GeM पोर्टल पर विक्रेता के रूप में पंजीकरण कर सकते हैं ताकि सरकारी खरीद अवसरों तक पहुँच प्राप्त कर सकें।

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Visit the GeM Portal: gem.gov.in
  2. Click on "Sign Up" and select "Seller".
  3. Create a seller account using Aadhaar or PAN of the authorized person.
  4. Complete your organization's profile: PAN Validation, Company Details, Office Location, Bank Account.
  5. Pay the Caution Money Deposit (amount varies based on turnover).
  6. Apply for Vendor Assessment through Quality Council of India (QCI) if you want to participate in Q1/Q2 product categories or become an OEM.
  7. List your brands and then your products/services (see Product/Service Listing section).
  8. Participate in bids and accept orders.

Seller Registration

Documentation Required:

3. Procurement Methods for Buyers (खरीददारों के लिए खरीद के तरीके)

GeM पोर्टल सरकारी खरीददारों को उनकी आवश्यकताओं के आधार पर विभिन्न खरीद विधियों का उपयोग करने की अनुमति देता है:

3.1. Direct Purchase (सीधी खरीद)

यह विधि ₹25,000/- तक के उत्पादों की खरीद के लिए उपयोग की जाती है (ऑटोमोबाइल को छोड़कर, जहाँ कोई सीमा नहीं है)। खरीददार सीधे किसी भी उपलब्ध विक्रेता से खरीद कर सकता है जो आवश्यक गुणवत्ता, विनिर्देश और वितरण अवधि को पूरा करता हो।

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Login to your GeM buyer account.
  2. Search for the required item in the search box.
  3. Apply filters (e.g., location, specifications, make, model).
  4. Select the desired product and add it to the cart.
  5. Proceed to direct purchase, confirm details, and generate the sanction order and contract.
  6. After receiving the material, generate Consignee Receipt & Acceptance Certificate (CRAC) online.

Start Direct Purchase

3.2. Bidding (बोली लगाना)

₹5,00,000/- से अधिक की खरीद के लिए अनिवार्य रूप से बिडिंग या रिवर्स ऑक्शन का उपयोग किया जाता है। खरीददार अपनी आवश्यकताओं के लिए बोली लगाता है, और विक्रेता प्रतिस्पर्धी प्रस्ताव प्रस्तुत करते हैं।

Step-by-Step Guide (for Buyers to create a Bid):

  1. Login to your GeM buyer account.
  2. Navigate to the "Bids/RA" section.
  3. Create a new bid, specifying product/service requirements, quantity, delivery period, and other terms.
  4. Publish the bid. Eligible sellers will be notified and can participate.
  5. Evaluate the bids received based on price, quality, and compliance.
  6. Award the contract to the selected seller (usually L1 - Lowest Price).

Step-by-Step Guide (for Sellers to participate in a Bid):

  1. Login to your GeM seller account.
  2. Go to the "Bids/RA" section and search for relevant bids.
  3. Review bid details, product specifications, eligibility criteria, and delivery timelines.
  4. Ensure your product is listed and matches the bid requirements.
  5. Click "Participate" for the desired bid, select your product, and quote your price (including taxes).
  6. Upload all required documents (catalogs, licenses, certifications).
  7. Submit the bid and track its status.

View Bids/RA

3.3. Reverse Auction (रिवर्स ऑक्शन)

रिवर्स ऑक्शन में, विक्रेता एक ही वस्तु या सेवा के लिए अपनी कीमतों को लगातार कम करके एक-दूसरे के खिलाफ बोली लगाते हैं, जब तक कि सबसे कम बोली नहीं लग जाती। यह खरीददारों को सर्वोत्तम प्रतिस्पर्धी मूल्य प्राप्त करने में मदद करता है।

Step-by-Step Guide (Simplified):

  1. Initiation: Buyer initiates a reverse auction for high-value/bulk procurement.
  2. Seller Participation: Eligible sellers participate by submitting initial bids.
  3. Price Decrement: Sellers continuously submit lower bids within a specified timeframe.
  4. Auction Conclusion: The auction concludes when the lowest bid is achieved within the stipulated time, or after extensions.
  5. Winner Selection: The lowest bidder (L1) is declared the winner, and the contract is awarded.

Explore Reverse Auctions

4. Product/Service Listing (for Sellers) (उत्पाद/सेवा सूचीकरण - विक्रेताओं के लिए)

पंजीकरण के बाद, विक्रेता अपने उत्पादों और सेवाओं को GeM कैटलॉग में जोड़ सकते हैं ताकि वे सरकारी खरीददारों के लिए दृश्यमान हो सकें।

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Login to your GeM seller account.
  2. Navigate to the "Catalogue Management" section.
  3. Click on "Add New Offering" and choose "Products" or "Services".
  4. Search for the correct category for your product/service.
  5. Provide detailed specifications, pricing, and high-quality images for your offering.
  6. Upload supporting documents (e.g., brand certification, test reports, OEM authorization).
  7. Review all details and submit for approval. GeM administrators will review and approve the listing.

Manage Product Listings

Documentation Required (for Product Listing):

5. Order Management (ऑर्डर प्रबंधन)

GeM पोर्टल पर खरीददारों और विक्रेताओं दोनों के लिए ऑर्डर प्रबंधन एक सुव्यवस्थित प्रक्रिया है, जो खरीद से लेकर भुगतान तक के चरणों को कवर करती है।

For Buyers (खरीददारों के लिए):

  1. Order Placement: After selecting a product/service, create demand, generate sanction order, and contract.
  2. Receipt & Acceptance: After receiving goods/services, the Consignee logs in to generate Provisional Receipt Certificate (PRC) within 48 hours and Consignee Receipt and Acceptance Certificate (CRAC) within 10 days.
  3. Bill Processing: Buyer processes the bill within 2 days of CRAC generation and forwards it to the Paying Authority/DDO for payment.

For Sellers (विक्रेताओं के लिए):

  1. Order Notification & Acceptance: Receive order notification via email/SMS, then accept the order on the portal.
  2. Dispatch & Invoice: Ship the order within the stipulated timeline and generate an online invoice on the GeM portal.
  3. Payment: Payments are typically processed within 10 days after delivery and acceptance (CRAC generation). Track payment status via your GeM dashboard.
  4. Dispute Resolution: If issues arise, use the GeM portal's dispute resolution mechanism.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is GeM and its primary objective?
GeM (Government e-Marketplace) is an online platform launched by the Government of India for procurement of common use goods and services by government departments, organizations, and PSUs. Its primary objective is to enhance transparency, efficiency, and speed in public procurement.
Q2: Who can register as a buyer on GeM?
All Central and State Government Ministries/Departments, their attached/subordinate offices, Central and State autonomous bodies, PSUs, and local bodies are authorized to make procurement through GeM. Authorized officers of the rank of Deputy Secretary/equivalent or Head of Office can register as Primary Users.
Q3: Are there any charges for seller registration on GeM?
Primary user registration for sellers on GeM is free. However, sellers need to deposit a 'Caution Money Deposit' based on their annual turnover to complete their profile and participate in bids/list products. Vendor Assessment fees (by QCI) might also apply for certain categories or OEM status.
Q4: What is the difference between Direct Purchase, Bidding, and Reverse Auction on GeM?
Direct Purchase: For procurements up to ₹25,000 (no limit for automobiles), buyers can directly select any available seller. Bidding: For procurements above ₹5,00,000, buyers invite competitive offers from multiple sellers. Reverse Auction: A dynamic bidding process where sellers continuously lower their prices to win the contract, typically used for high-value/bulk procurements.
Q5: How can a seller list products on GeM?
After seller registration and profile completion, sellers can log in, navigate to 'Catalogue Management', select 'Add New Offering', choose the category, provide detailed specifications, pricing, high-quality images, and upload supporting documents, then submit for GeM approval.

For more detailed information and assistance, please visit the official GeM website or contact their helpdesk.