{"id":32470,"date":"2025-08-25T12:24:26","date_gmt":"2025-08-25T06:54:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/?p=32470"},"modified":"2026-04-03T17:11:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T11:41:10","slug":"getting-authorized-sell-medicines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/getting-authorized-sell-medicines\/","title":{"rendered":"Step-by-Step Blueprint for Getting Authorized to Sell Medicines"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The healthcare industry is the core part of human life. The pharmaceutical industry&#8217;s role is to improve the health of humans and provide them with a new life. Well, there are various entrepreneurs who are committed to serving their community in healthcare. In the present time, there are various business opportunities in the pharmaceutical sector. But here is a catch. Before starting the business in healthcare, the applicant is required to meet specific requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Whether your dream is to establish a pharmacy shop or manage wholesale drug distribution in India, you will need to navigate the <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/drug-license\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">drug license certificate apply online<\/a><\/b>.<span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Yes, this is a legal authorization that is provided by the Indian government. This comprehensive guide will shed light on the blueprint to get the legal authorization, including initial <\/span><b>drug registration<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> requirements and inspection by the regulatory authority, with compliance management.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/getting-authorized-sell-medicines\/#The_Foundation_Preparation%E2%80%94A_Right_Business_Type\" title=\"The Foundation Preparation\u2014A Right Business Type\">The Foundation Preparation\u2014A Right Business Type<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/getting-authorized-sell-medicines\/#1_Decide_on_Business_Model_and_License_Type\" title=\"1. Decide on Business Model and License Type\">1. Decide on Business Model and License Type<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/getting-authorized-sell-medicines\/#2_Eligibility_Criteria_for_License_Approval\" title=\"2.\u00a0 Eligibility Criteria for License Approval\">2.\u00a0 Eligibility Criteria for License Approval<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/getting-authorized-sell-medicines\/#3_Business_Premises_Eligibility\" title=\"3. Business Premises Eligibility\">3. Business Premises Eligibility<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/getting-authorized-sell-medicines\/#The_Required_Documents_for_Drug_Certificate_Application_Online\" title=\"The Required Documents\u00a0 for Drug Certificate Application Online\">The Required Documents\u00a0 for Drug Certificate Application Online<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/getting-authorized-sell-medicines\/#The_Required_Documents_of_a_Pharmacist_are\" title=\"The Required Documents of a Pharmacist are:\">The Required Documents of a Pharmacist are:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/getting-authorized-sell-medicines\/#Inspection_Authorization%E2%80%94Drug_Certificate_Apply_Online\" title=\"Inspection &amp; Authorization\u2014Drug Certificate Apply Online\">Inspection &amp; Authorization\u2014Drug Certificate Apply Online<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/getting-authorized-sell-medicines\/#Final_Result_and_Drug_License_Approval\" title=\"Final Result and Drug License Approval\u00a0\">Final Result and Drug License Approval\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/getting-authorized-sell-medicines\/#Summing_Up_Getting_Authorized_with_the_pharmacy_license_Apply_Online\" title=\"Summing Up | Getting Authorized with the pharmacy license Apply Online\">Summing Up | Getting Authorized with the pharmacy license Apply Online<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/getting-authorized-sell-medicines\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_related_to_Pharmaceutical_Licenses\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions related to Pharmaceutical Licenses\">Frequently Asked Questions related to Pharmaceutical Licenses<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Foundation_Preparation%E2%80%94A_Right_Business_Type\"><\/span><b>The Foundation Preparation\u2014A Right Business Type<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Before navigating the<\/span><b> drug certificate application,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> it is crucial to understand which type of business you are going to handle. The starting base should be strong to start any business in India. Determine these steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Decide_on_Business_Model_and_License_Type\"><\/span><b>1. Decide on Business Model and License Type<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The initial step is to determine which type of work is managed by you in the healthcare sector. The type of license is dictated by the nature of the business. Prefer these details:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><b>Retail Drug License (Form 20\/21):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> The <\/span><b>retail drug license in India <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">is obtained by chemists or pharmacy shops. If you have a medical shop, then apply for a<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">retail drug license registration.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><b>Wholesale Drug License (Form 20B\/21B):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> To sell the pharmaceutical products to retailers or hospitals in bulk quantities, one needs to apply for a <\/span>wholesale drug license registration<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. However, with this license, you cannot sell medicines directly to patients.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><b>Manufacturing Drug License:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Drug manufacturing industries come under the strict regulations of CDSCO. To obtain the manufacturing<\/span><b> drug certificate license in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, one needs to solve a complex registration process and strictly follow various laws by the Indian government.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Eligibility_Criteria_for_License_Approval\"><\/span><b>2.\u00a0 Eligibility Criteria for License Approval<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As the medicine&#8217;s connection is directly to consumers, the businesses are required to comply with several requirements. You must fulfill several non-negotiable criteria.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><b>Applicant Eligibility:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Whoever is operating the pharmaceutical business in India can be an individual or a part of a corporate body, such as a private limited company or a public limited company.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><b>For a Retail License:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Appoint a certified pharmacist who will oversee the premises. However, the hired pharmacist must be qualified (B.Pharma or D.Pharma).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><b>For a Wholesale License:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> To operate the wholesale business in India, you must have a &#8220;skilled, qualified person.&#8221; If the person is a graduate, they must have at least one year of experience in the relevant field.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Business_Premises_Eligibility\"><\/span><b>3. Business Premises Eligibility<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The business premises will be inspected by the official of CDSCO to ensure compliance with the specific standards. The requirements for premises establishment are:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><b>Size:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> To establish a pharmaceutical premise, there is a certain size requirement. If you have a retail store, the size should not exceed 15 square meters. Meanwhile, the size of the wholesale store should be 10 square meters. However, the premise size requirements change state by state. Therefore, go through state and local rules and laws.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><b>Storage and Conditions: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To manage a pharmaceutical industry, the premises must implement a strong facility. To maintain the quality of medicine, there should be a storage facility. It also includes adequate lighting, proper ventilation, and, most critically, a refrigerator. For the air- and heat-sensitive drugs, a refrigerator and\/or air conditioner has been required. Through this, the business can maintain the temperatures of medicines.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt\"><strong>User Query: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/essential-compliance-tips-medicine-sellers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Essential Compliance Tips for First-Time Medicine Sellers<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Required_Documents_for_Drug_Certificate_Application_Online\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14pt\"><b>The Required Documents\u00a0 for Drug Certificate Application Online<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The entire <\/span><b>drug license registration<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> process is covered with intensive paperwork. To obtain the license required to prepare the multiple documents in advance. Here is the list you are required to attach to the application form:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Application Form:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> For <\/span><b>retail drug license registration<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, fill out the Application Form-19.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Identity Proof: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Identity proof of the applicant\/partners\/director, such as Aadhaar card, voter ID, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Address Proof:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> For the address proof, provide a utility bill or a rent agreement.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Proof of Ownership:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> If the premises are on rent, provide the rent agreement, or for the owned, the required sale deed as ownership proof.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Partnership Deed\/MOA &amp; AOA:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> In the case of a corporate industry, a necessary memorandum along with the Articles of Association illustrates the company&#8217;s rules and regulations, as well as the responsibilities of the director and partners.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Site Plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: Premises\u2014a complete layout that visualizes important things such as storage and other facilities.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Required_Documents_of_a_Pharmacist_are\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14pt\"><b>The Required Documents of a Pharmacist are:<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pharmacist&#8217;s registration certificate from the State Pharmacy Council.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0B.Pharm\/D.Pharm degree certificate as proof<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If required, experience evidence<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Appointment letter and affidavit from the pharmacist\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For the drug wholesale, documents of the competent person<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The certificate of business registration\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: justify\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inspection_Authorization%E2%80%94Drug_Certificate_Apply_Online\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><b>Inspection &amp; Authorization\u2014Drug Certificate Apply Online<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This is the last stage where all your details, including the unit, are examined by the CDSC officials.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><b>Visit by Drug Inspector: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Upon the successful document verification, the drug inspector will visit your pharmaceutical products&#8217; premises. Upon visit, they will verify whether the information you provide is correct or not. The common things that will be checked by them during inspection are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Verify the area requirements. They will ensure that the size of the premises meets minimum requirements. To succeed in this part, keep the area clean and have proper ventilation and lighting facilities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalraasta.com\/blog\/license-storage-medicine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">storage of medicines<\/a><\/strong>, the refrigerator and air conditioner will be examined during inspection.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To verify the qualification of the pharmacist, the drug inspector might ask questions related to drug laws, regulations, and storage requirements.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: justify\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Result_and_Drug_License_Approval\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><b>Final Result and Drug License Approval\u00a0<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">After the successful inspection, a report will be submitted by the inspector to the State Drug Controller. If the report satisfies the authority by meeting the specific rules and regulations and the facility requirements, a <\/span><b>drug certificate<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is issued. The approved license will contain a few unique numbers with details of the premises.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Obtaining the<\/span><b> drug license<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is not a one-time requirement. Every license is valid for a specific timeline. A <\/span><b>drug license<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is usually valid for 3 to 5 years. Failure to renew the license before its expiry can lead to a possible legal penalty. On the other hand, to maintain the ongoing compliance, manage records accurately, align with storage facility norms, and do much more.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: justify\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summing_Up_Getting_Authorized_with_the_pharmacy_license_Apply_Online\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><b>Summing Up | Getting Authorized with the pharmacy license Apply Online<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Securing the <\/span><b>drug certificate license in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is a legal requirement, but also showcases the commitment to patients&#8217; health and safety. Registration is a strategic move to establish a trustworthy and legitimate business in India. The above-mentioned authorization blueprint can help navigate the registration process or can leverage a consultation. LegalRaasta helps aspiring entrepreneurs to build a firm with all legal documents and license approval. Choose us as your consultant!<\/span><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: justify\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_related_to_Pharmaceutical_Licenses\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><b><i>Frequently Asked Questions related to Pharmaceutical Licenses<\/i><\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li><b> Can I sell medicines without a drug certificate?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Ans.<\/strong> The Indian government, including CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organization), bans those businesses that sell medicines without a license.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify\" start=\"2\">\n<li><b> How to obtain a wholesale drug license in Delhi?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Ans.<\/strong> To obtain the wholesale license, apply through the Department of Drugs Control portal or hire a consultant to streamline the registration process.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify\" start=\"3\">\n<li><b> What is Form 20 in the pharmaceutical industry?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Form-20 is a retail license that is required to sell medicines in markets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify\" start=\"4\">\n<li><b> What is the cost of drug registration in India?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Ans.<\/strong> The cost of a medical license depends on the type of certificate you require. For example, the cost for wholesale licensing varies up to Rs 3,000, while for the <\/span><b>manufacturing license,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> it can be Rs 7,500 or more.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify\" start=\"5\">\n<li><b> Who approves the new drugs in India?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Ans.<\/strong> For the new drug approval, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) is responsible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The healthcare industry is the core part of human life. The pharmaceutical industry&#8217;s role is to improve the health of humans and provide them with a new life. Well, there are various entrepreneurs who are committed to serving their community in healthcare. In the present time, there are various business opportunities in the pharmaceutical sector. 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