GeM Bidding Fees: Transaction Charges & Seller Commissions

Operating as a seller on the portal involves minor transaction-related fees. Understanding these charges is essential to maintain clean profit margins.

Important Compliance Disclaimer

Before starting, please note that SahayakAI is an independent, private technology platform. We are not affiliated with, authorized, or officially connected with the Government e-Marketplace (GeM Portal) or the Government of India. The official portal is hosted at https://gem.gov.in. Use this manual for educational guidance, and always verify current criteria on the official site.

Caution Money Deposits

Caution money is a security deposit stored in the portal bank account to prevent fraudulent activities. The deposit slabs are:

• Turnover < ₹1 Crore: ₹5,000 deposit
• Turnover ₹1 Crore to ₹10 Crore: ₹10,000 deposit
• Turnover > ₹10 Crore: ₹25,000 deposit

Portal Transaction Charges

For successful orders, sellers pay a transaction fee based on the total order value. The slabs are:

1. Orders up to ₹5 Lakhs: No transaction charges.
2. Orders above ₹5 Lakhs: A dynamic percentage fee based on final contract value.

To calculate these percentages accurately and factor them into your final bidding quotes, try our GeM L1 Margin Calculator.