Drug Licence Registration in India
Open a pharmacy or pharmaceutical distribution business legally with a drug licence. Aidwish handles retail and wholesale drug licence applications end to end.
Who needs a drug licence?
A drug licence is mandatory under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act for anyone involved in the sale, distribution, or manufacture of pharmaceutical products in India. This includes retail pharmacies (chemist shops), wholesale distributors, and online pharmacies.
The application requires a qualified registered pharmacist (for retail) and approval from the State Drug Control Department. Aidwish handles the complete documentation, premises requirements, and application process for both retail and wholesale drug licences.
What's included
- Retail drug licence (chemist shop)
- Wholesale drug licence
- Premises & storage compliance check
- Pharmacist documentation support
- Application filing & follow-up
- Renewal assistance
Documents usually required
- Registered pharmacist certificate
- Premises ownership / rent agreement
- Refrigerator & storage proof
- Site plan of premises
- PAN & Aadhaar of applicant
- Constitution documents of business
A clear, guided process
Requirement check
We verify pharmacist, premises and storage requirements.
Documentation
We prepare and compile all required documents.
Application
We file with the State Drug Control Department.
Inspection & grant
After inspection, your licence is granted.
Questions, answered
Do I need a pharmacist for a drug licence?
For a retail drug licence (pharmacy), yes — a registered pharmacist is mandatory. For a wholesale licence, a competent person with relevant experience or qualification is required.
What is the difference between retail and wholesale drug licence?
A retail licence is for selling medicines directly to consumers (chemist shop). A wholesale licence is for selling/distributing to retailers, hospitals, or other businesses.
How long does a drug licence take?
Typically 30-45 days, including premises inspection by the drug inspector.
What are the premises requirements?
The premises must have a minimum area (usually 10 sq metres for retail), proper storage including a refrigerator, and meet hygiene standards.
Is the drug licence valid pan-India?
No — a drug licence is state-specific. You need separate licences for premises in different states. We handle multi-state requirements.
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