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GeM Empowers Small Businesses: Over 11.25 Lakh MSE Sellers Bag Rs 7.44 Lakh Crore in Govt Orders

The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has facilitated over 11.25 lakh Micro and Small Enterprise sellers in securing government orders worth Rs 7.44 lakh crore, significantly surpassing the mandated procurement target. The platform has also seen strong participation from over two lakh women-led MSEs. GeM's design integrates inclusive policies with digital processes to broaden access to public procurement.

Key Points: GeM MSE Sellers Secure Rs 7.44 Lakh Crore in Govt Orders, Exceeding Procurement Target

  • MSEs account for 44.8% of GeM order value, exceeding 25% mandate
  • Over 2 lakh women-led MSEs active, securing orders worth Rs 78,000 crore
  • Platform features dedicated filters and relaxed norms to encourage diverse sellers
  • Recent high-value contracts include renewable energy and tech services
  • GeM aligns with Digital India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives
  • Design aims to democratize access and ensure transparency in procurement
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GeM empowers small businesses, over 11.25 lakh sellers secure Rs 7.44 Lakh crore in government orders

Government e-Marketplace (GeM) data shows over 11.25 lakh Micro and Small Enterprise sellers have won orders worth Rs 7.44 lakh crore, surpassing the mandated procurement target.

"GeM enables enterprises across regions and sectors to compete on an equal footing. - Ministry of Commerce and Industry"

New Delhi, December 21

The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has emerged as a powerful catalyst for inclusive public procurement, with more than 11.25 lakh Micro and Small Enterprise (MSE) sellers securing government orders worth Rs 7.44 lakh crore, according to data released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

As of November 2025, MSEs accounted for 44.8 per cent of the total order value transacted on the GeM platform--significantly exceeding the mandated 25 per cent procurement target for small enterprises.

The milestone highlights the growing role of smaller businesses in India's government purchasing ecosystem and reflects the platform's success in democratising access to large-scale procurement opportunities.

Launched to bring transparency, efficiency and inclusivity to public procurement, GeM enables enterprises across regions and sectors to compete on an equal footing. From clean energy firms supplying renewable solutions to technology startups delivering high-value digital services, the platform has helped break traditional barriers related to scale, location and prior experience.

Women-led enterprises have shown notable progress on the platform. Over two lakh women-owned MSEs are currently active on GeM, collectively securing government orders worth more than Rs 78,000 crore. Initiatives such as Womaniya, aimed at onboarding, training and capacity building, have played a key role in enhancing women entrepreneurs' participation in public procurement.

GeM's design aligns closely with national procurement policies by offering features such as dedicated filters to identify MSE, women-led and SC/ST sellers, purchase preferences, and relaxations in Earnest Money Deposit and turnover requirements.

These measures are intended to encourage wider participation while ensuring transparency and accountability in government buying processes.

Recent transactions underscore the platform's impact. In November 2025 alone, women-led and SC/ST-owned enterprises delivered projects ranging from renewable energy solutions and surveillance infrastructure to advanced technology services, securing contracts running into hundreds of crores of rupees.

By integrating digital processes with inclusive procurement policies, GeM continues to support national initiatives such as Digital India and Atmanirbhar Bharat. The rising participation of MSEs, startups, and women entrepreneurs signals a shift towards a more accessible and regionally balanced public procurement framework, one in which enterprise size is no longer a barrier to opportunity.

- ANI

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Priya S
Over Rs 78,000 crore for women-led enterprises! 👏 The Womaniya initiative is so important. It's not just about orders, but the training and capacity building that helps women entrepreneurs compete confidently. More power to them!
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Rohit P
While the numbers are impressive, the real test is on-ground execution and timely payments. Many small vendors still face delays. The platform is great, but the system needs to ensure faster payment cycles to truly empower MSEs.
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Sarah B
As someone who works in procurement, the transparency GeM brings is its biggest strength. No more middlemen or opaque processes. It's a solid step towards Digital India. The 44.8% figure exceeding the target is commendable.
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Vikram M
Atmanirbhar Bharat in action! When local businesses get government support, it creates a ripple effect in the economy. Hope this success continues and more startups from non-metro cities get onboarded.
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Karthik V
The relaxations in Earnest Money Deposit and turnover requirements are crucial. It removes the biggest financial hurdles for small players. Now, the focus should be on digital literacy so every eligible seller can use the platform effectively.

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