Rajasthan: E-Auction for 30 Liquor Shop Clusters Tomorrow; Check Full Application and Bidding Process

Jaipur | May 14, 2026

The Rajasthan Excise Department has completed preparations for the allotment of remaining liquor shops for the year 2026-27. Following the directives of Excise Commissioner Namit Mehta and in accordance with the amended provisions of the Excise and Temperance Policy 2025-29, an online e-auction for 30 clusters (comprising a total of 62 shops) across various districts will be held on Friday, May 15, 2026.

Auction Schedule and Portal Details

Interested bidders can participate via the official departmental portal at iems.rajasthan.gov.in. Key highlights of the auction include:

• Timing: The auction will commence at 11:00 AM and conclude at 4:00 PM (Minimum duration of 5 hours).
• Infinite Extension: If bids continue to be placed shortly before the 4:00 PM deadline, the process will receive ‘Infinite Extensions’ of 10 minutes each until bidding ceases.
• Bid Increment: Bidders must increase the bid by a minimum of ₹10,000 or in multiples thereof.

Step-by-Step Application Process

To ensure transparency and security, the department has mandated a completely digital registration process:

1. Mandatory SSO ID: Applicants must first create an SSO ID under the ‘Citizen Category’ on the Government of Rajasthan portal at sso.rajasthan.gov.in.
2. Registration: Log in to the departmental e-auction portal using the SSO ID and complete the one-time registration process.
3. Cluster Selection: Detailed information regarding district-wise clusters, application fees, and revised reserve prices is available on the portal.

Key Financial Rules and Deadlines

• Earnest Money Deposit (EMD): A 2% deposit of the minimum ‘Reserve Price’ is required for each cluster. Depending on the bid amount, an additional ‘Dynamic Earnest Money’ may also be applicable.
• Payment Deadline: To avoid technical glitches or banking delays, the department advises depositing the application fee and EMD by 11:59 PM tonight (May 14).
• Bidding Limit: According to the rules, a bidder cannot increase the bid by more than 10% over the previous bid or the reserve price in a single instance.

Important Note: The Excise Department has clarified that the applicant will be solely responsible for any failure to participate due to payment failures or technical issues. It is highly recommended to complete the financial formalities well in advance.

Disclaimer: This news report is based on official guidelines and press notes issued by the Excise Department of Rajasthan. Participation in auctions involves financial risks. Before bidding, please study all terms, conditions, and eligibility criteria on the official website iems.rajasthan.gov.in. This article is for informational purposes only.