Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are vital to the Indian economy. They employ a huge number of people and contribute significantly to the country's GDP. SMEs in India, on the other hand, confront some hurdles, including restricted access to markets, money, and technology. The Indian government created the Government E-Marketplace (GeM) in 2016 to enhance openness, efficiency, and simplicity of doing business in public procurement. IMPACT OF GEM ON SMEs Increased market access: Due to limited resources and a lack of visibility, SMEs sometimes struggle to get market access. GeM creates a fair playing field for suppliers, especially small and medium-sized enterprises, to participate in government procurement. This enhanced exposure and market access may assist SMEs in scaling up their operations, diversifying their client base, and building their brand recognition. Transaction costs are reduced since the traditional procurement procedure is time-consuming, costly, and pron...