Why catalogue upload fails on GeM
GeM rejects roughly one in three first-time catalogue submissions — usually for wrong HSN codes, missing brand/OEM authorisation, image spec violations, or price list format errors.
Each rejection adds 3–7 days while your competitors quote on live bids.
Step-by-step catalogue upload checklist
Pick the correct GeM category and HSN. Upload product images on white background per GeM specs. Attach OEM authorisation if you are a dealer/distributor.
Set competitive MRP and stock availability. For services, map SAC codes and scope of work clearly — vague descriptions are a top rejection reason.
Brand approval and Make in India
Branded products need manufacturer authorisation on letterhead. Make in India categories require local content declarations and sometimes BIS/ISI marks.
Keep PDFs under GeM's 1 MB limit — compress scans before upload. GemSetu stores full-resolution vault copies separately.
Find bids once your catalogue is live
After approval, set bid alerts for your categories. GemSetu indexes 40,000+ active GeM bids and emails you when matching tenders appear.
Try gemsetu.com/demo — no login required to see bid matching and the Bid Folder Pack workflow.