Published On:
February 5, 2026
Updated On:
February 5, 2026
The Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) has launched a weekly "Friday Auction" initiative to fast-track the sale of unsold residential and commercial properties. This new transparent bidding system allows homebuyers and investors to acquire premium plots and shops in prime zones like Indirapuram and Madhuban Bapudham directly from the government.
Finding a clean, litigation-free property in the National Capital Region (NCR) often feels like searching for a needle in a haystack. Between private builder disputes, delayed possessions, and opaque pricing, the average homebuyer is exhausted. But what if you could buy a plot or a shop directly from the government, with a clear title, and do it as easily as attending a weekly event?
This is no longer a wishful scenario. The Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) has completely revamped its property disposal strategy with a game-changing initiative: The Friday Auction.
Breaking away from the tradition of annual or quarterly schemes, the GDA has now opened its doors every Friday to auction off its vast inventory of unsold properties. Whether you are an investor looking for a high-yield commercial kiosk in Indirapuram or a family seeking a residential plot in Madhuban Bapudham, your opportunity to bid is now recurring every week.
This blog breaks down everything you need to know about GDA’s Friday Auctions—how to participate, where the properties are, and why this might be the safest investment route in Ghaziabad today.
For years, the GDA sat on a massive stockpile of unsold inventory—vacant plots, built-up shops, and flat sites—that were not finding buyers due to rigid pricing or lack of awareness. To liquidate these assets and generate revenue for infrastructure projects (like the metro extension and Rapid Rail connectivity), the Authority shifted gears to a high-frequency auction model.
The "Walk-In" ConvenienceBy standardizing the auction day to every Friday, the GDA has removed the uncertainty. Serious buyers no longer need to wait for a "Diwali Bonanza" or a special festive scheme. If you are ready with your finances, the market is open for you this week.
The auctions are typically held at the GDA headquarters on Vikas Path or the Hindi Bhawan in Lohiya Nagar, usually kicking off at 11:00 AM. This consistency has already started yielding results, with recent sessions in early 2026 raising hundreds of crores in a single day.
The beauty of the Friday Auction lies in its diversity. The GDA is not just selling leftover flats; they are putting up premium assets that cater to every budget segment.
The most aggressive bidding is happening for residential plots. These are freehold assets where you can build your own floor-wise house.
For retail investors, the auction includes:
The GDA also lists larger land parcels meant for:
While properties are scattered across the city, two specific micro-markets are drawing the most attention in these auctions:
Madhuban Bapudham (MBD):This is the future of Ghaziabad. Strategically located near the Eastern Peripheral Expressway and the RRTS corridor, MBD is a planned township that is finally seeing habitation. The GDA is pushing hard to sell plots here, and savvy investors are buying in early before prices hit the roof.
Indirapuram & Vaishali:These are fully developed, saturated markets. Finding a new shop or plot here is rare. The properties auctioned here are often "leftover" gems—corner shops or odd-sized plots that were previously stuck in litigation or unallotted. Winning a bid here is like striking gold because the rental yield starts from Day 1.
Participating in a government auction can sound intimidating, but the GDA has simplified the process significantly. Here is how you can enter the fray:
Every week (usually by Tuesday or Wednesday), the GDA publishes a list of properties to be auctioned that coming Friday. You can find this list on the official GDA website or in local newspapers.
To prove you are a serious buyer, you must deposit an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD).
On Friday, show up at the venue. The auctioneer announces the property and the "Reserve Price" (the minimum base rate). Bidders raise their paddles or voice their bids.
Once the initial payment is cleared, the GDA issues an Allotment Letter. The remaining balance can usually be paid in installments (with interest) or upfront (often attracting a rebate), depending on the specific terms of that auction.
In a market flood with private builder floors, why go through the hassle of an auction?
The GDA’s Friday Auction is more than just a sales tactic; it is a democratization of property ownership in Ghaziabad. It allows the common man to compete fairly for prime real estate that was once accessible only to those with "connections."
However, a word of caution: Do your homework. Before raising your hand on Friday, visit the site on Thursday. Check if the plot is level, if there are electrical poles obstructing the view, or if the shop has good visibility. Auctions are competitive, and in the heat of the moment, it is easy to overbid.
Set a maximum price limit for yourself, keep your EMD draft ready, and head to the GDA office this Friday. Your dream property might just be one bid away.
