A brand is a name, symbol, or indicator that describes and separates a specific product from its competitors. A brand can be trademarked to safeguard its services and products from theft and malpractices.

Brand listing on Gem

Brands list themselves on the "Government e-Marketplace." once the assessment process by quality control of India (QCI) is completed.

Listing is important for brands to distinguish themselves from other vendors on the GeM portal. It is also required to secure government procurement through the portal.

1. Email ID of the applicant
2. PAN number of business entity
3. GSTIN along with billing address
4. Bank account details of the entity
5. Registration certificate of the business
6. Aadhar and PAN detail of the applicant
7. Income tax return (ITR) filing for the last 3 years
8. CIN number is required (in the case of the company)

Create a seller account on the GeM portal

The seller's first step is creating an account on the GeM portal. The Registration on GeM should be done by only the authorized person of the entity.

The seller can sign up on GeM using the Aadhar of a qualified person or director of a company.

Update organizations Profile

Applicants must provide complete business details and all documentation such as PAN details, address proof, and other required details.

Vendor Assessment by QCI

After the security deposit, applicants must apply for vendor assessment on GeM to get an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) certificate.

The vendor assessment process is obligatory for all the sellers and deemed OEMs to participate in public procurement. Vendor assessment is carried out by the quality council of India (QCI).

Listing of Brand on the portal

Once the OEM certificate is issued, applicants can list their brands in their respective categories and services.

GeM initiative provides a fair market opportunity to micro, small and medium manufacturing and service industries. MSMEs can take immense advantage by registering themselves on the GeM portal and be eligible to get government tenders, bidding, and purchase orders. The bidding process on GeM is transparent and unbiased, providing small industries with an equal opportunity to function.