Standardizing product categories helps buyers find the right suppliers. This guide explains how to use category trees to discover active bids.
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.
Navigating the Product Category Tree
The GeM portal organizes items into a structured tree:
- Level 1 Category: Broad sectors (e.g. Office Equipment).
- Level 2 Category: Standard groups (e.g. Computers & Peripherals).
- Level 3 Category: Specific items (e.g. Entry Level Desktop Computers).
Searching by Category
- Use the Category input field on the search dashboard.
- Start typing your product category name and select the matching dropdown suggestion.
- This ensures you see all tenders targeting that specific category, regardless of different keyword combinations.
For cataloging support, refer to our guide on Resolving GeM Catalog Upload Errors.