Sell, Manufacture, or Distribute Medicines Legally — CDSCO Compliant
A Drug Licence is a mandatory licence issued under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 for any entity engaged in manufacture, sale, distribution, or import of drugs, medicines, cosmetics, and medical devices in India. The licence is issued by the State Drug Control Authority (for retail/wholesale pharmacies and manufacturers) or the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) for importers and certain manufacturers.
The primary categories include: Retail Drug Licence (for chemists/pharmacies), Wholesale Drug Licence (for wholesale distribution), Manufacturing Licence (for drug manufacturers under Schedule M/G), and Loan/Composite Licence. A registered pharmacist must be present at licensed premises during business hours. VITTAX manages end-to-end drug licence applications including site inspection preparation, form submission, and liaison with state drug authorities.
Pharmacies
Retail pharmacy / chemist shops
Distributors
Wholesale drug distributors and stockists
Manufacturers
Drug manufacturers (API, formulations, OTC products)
Medical Devices
Medical device manufacturers and distributors
Importers
Importers of medicines and cosmetics (CDSCO licence)
Pricing Plans
Retail Drug Licence
₹7,999 one-time
For pharmacy / chemist shops
Ideal for: New pharmacy owners, retail chemists
Wholesale Drug Licence
₹10,999 one-time
For wholesale distributors
Ideal for: Drug wholesalers, C&F agents, stockists
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a pharmacist mandatory for a drug licence?
Yes — for retail drug licences, a registered pharmacist must be present at the premises during all working hours. Absence of the pharmacist is a compliance violation that can result in licence suspension.
How long does it take to get a drug licence?
State drug authorities typically take 30–60 days after site inspection. VITTAX prepares your premises to pass inspection first-time, reducing delays.
⚡ Licence Categories
Retail & wholesale drug licence, pharmacist compliance, state authority liaison — CDSCO compliant from day one