Procurement of Customized Payload Drones for Indian Defence Forces

Tender Description for the Supply of Drones with Customized Payloads to Defence Forces

The Department of Military Affairs, under the Ministry of Defence, acting through the Indian Army, is pleased to issue this tender invitation for the procurement of Drones or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles with customized payloads, specifically designated for the Defence Forces (Navy, Army, and Air Force) under Category Q2. This procurement, identified by Bid Number GEM/2026/B/8229356, represents a significant opportunity to equip our nation's defence capabilities with advanced aerial reconnaissance and operational tools. The tender period commences on November 2nd, 2026, at 3:27 PM and will close on November 23rd, 2026, at 4:00 PM, with bids to be submitted by the latter date. A total of 290 units are required to meet the operational demands of our armed forces. A mandatory Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of INR 3,900,645.0 is required with each bid, underscoring the commitment expected from participating entities. This tender seeks suppliers capable of delivering high-quality, reliable, and adaptable drone systems that can be integrated with customized payloads, thereby enhancing strategic surveillance, operational efficiency, and overall mission effectiveness across all branches of the Indian Defence Forces.