Introduction: The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) is a flagship initiative by the Government of India to promote transparency, efficiency, and speed in public procurement. It provides a single unified platform for government buyers and sellers to transact digitally.
If you are a government officer or department representative and want to purchase products or services through GeM, you must first register as a Buyer. This blog post provides a clear and updated step-by-step guide to the Buyer registration process on GeM
Who Can Register as a Buyer on GeM?
- Central or State Government Department Officers
- Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)
- Autonomous Bodies, Local Bodies, and Educational Institutions
- Government-affiliated organizations
Important: Only official government email IDs such as @gov.in, @nic.in, @gembuyer.in, etc., are accepted for Buyer registration.
GeM Buyer Registration Process – Step by Step
Step 1: Visit GeM Official Website
Go to https://gem.gov.in.
Click on “Sign Up” (top-right corner), then select the “Buyer” option.
Step 2: Fill Basic Organization & Contact Details
You will be asked to enter the following details:
- Organization Type (e.g. Central Government, State Government, PSU, etc.)
- Organization Name (Department or Institution name)
- Official Email ID (only government email domains are allowed)
- Mobile Number (used for OTP verification)
- Aadhaar Number (used only for identity verification)
An OTP will be sent to both your email and mobile number for verification.
Step 3: Set Login Credentials
After verification, you will be asked to set your:
- User ID (typically your email ID)
- Password (create a strong password)
These credentials will be used for future login to the Buyer dashboard.
Step 4: Account Approval by HoD/Nodal Officer
Once registration is submitted, your department’s Head of Department (HoD) or Nodal Officer must approve your account. A system-generated email will be sent to them.
Only after approval, your account will become active.
Step 5: Login to GeM Buyer Dashboard
Once approved, you can login at https://buyer.gem.gov.in using your credentials and begin purchasing on behalf of your department.
Documents Required
- Government Email ID
- Aadhaar Card (for authentication)
- Department/Organization Name
- HoD/Nodal Officer approval
If you found this article useful, share it with your colleagues or department members. For any queries, feel free to comment below!
FAQs – Register as Buyer on GEM Portal
No. Only authorized government departments and officers can register as Buyers.
Yes. Registration is not possible without an official government email address.
Usually 1–3 working days, depending on your internal departmental process.