Drug License — sell medicines legally

Opening a pharmacy or distributing medicines? We prepare and file your retail or wholesale drug license application under the Drugs & Cosmetics Act.

What it is

Anyone selling, stocking or distributing drugs and medicines must hold a drug license issued by the State Drugs Control Department under the Drugs & Cosmetics Act. There are separate licenses for retail (pharmacies, medical stores) and wholesale (distributors), and a qualified/registered pharmacist or competent person is required.

Who should register

Pharmacies, medical stores, chemists, medicine wholesalers and distributors.

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Why register

Sell medicines legally

A drug license is mandatory to stock or sell drugs.

Retail or wholesale

We handle the right license for your business type.

Pharmacist compliance

We help meet the qualified-person/pharmacist requirement.

End-to-end filing

Premises, documents and application managed for you.

Documents you'll need

  • Premises details and layout
  • Pharmacist/competent person qualification & registration
  • ID and address proof of the applicant
  • Property proof/rent agreement and NOC
  • Refrigerator and storage details

How it works

  1. Confirm retail vs wholesale requirement
  2. Ensure premises and pharmacist criteria are met
  3. Prepare and file the application
  4. Facilitate department inspection
  5. Respond to queries
  6. Receive the drug license

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a pharmacist for a drug license?

A retail license generally requires a registered pharmacist; wholesale needs a competent person. We guide you on this.

Retail vs wholesale license?

Retail is for selling to consumers (pharmacies); wholesale is for distribution to other businesses. We file the right one.

Is an inspection required?

Yes, the drug inspector typically inspects the premises before the license is granted.

How long is it valid?

Drug licenses are issued for a period and must be renewed as per state rules.