{"id":19928,"date":"2026-01-13T11:17:01","date_gmt":"2026-01-13T05:47:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/devikapuram.com\/?p=19928"},"modified":"2026-05-14T13:10:06","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T07:40:06","slug":"how-to-apply-for-or-renew-an-allopathic-drug-licence-online-easily","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.devikapuram.com\/?p=19928","title":{"rendered":"How to Apply for or Renew an Allopathic Drug Licence Online Easily!!"},"content":{"rendered":"

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” width=”100%” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Service Code:<\/strong>\u00a0DCA-401<\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0Department:<\/strong>\u00a0Drugs Department<\/strong><\/p>\n

Purpose:<\/strong>
\nThe\u00a0Licence to Grant or Renewal Allopathic Drugs<\/strong>\u00a0service enables businesses to apply for a new licence or renew an existing one for selling allopathic drugs through the e-District portal. This service is designed for:
\n\u2013\u00a0New pharmacy\/drug store owners<\/strong>\u00a0seeking a first-time licence
\n\u2013\u00a0Existing licence holders<\/strong>\u00a0needing to renew their authorization
\n\u2013\u00a0Businesses requiring changes<\/strong>\u00a0in premises or constitution
\n\u2013\u00a0Retailers, wholesalers, or businesses<\/strong>\u00a0dealing in allopathic drugs<\/p>\n

Required Information:<\/strong>
\nMandatory for Renewal:<\/strong>
\n\u2013\u00a0Existing Licence Number<\/strong>\u00a0(for renewal applications)<\/p>\n

Special Requirements:<\/strong>
\n\u2013\u00a0For Renewal:<\/strong>\u00a0System\u00a0auto-populates details<\/strong>\u00a0in non-editable mode upon entering licence number
\n\u2013\u00a0For Change Requests:<\/strong>\u00a0Details become semi-editable for\u00a0Change of Premises<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a0Change in Constitution<\/strong>
\n\u2013\u00a0Pharmacist Details:<\/strong>\u00a0Requires qualified\u00a0Registered Pharmacist\/Competent Person<\/strong>\u00a0information
\n\u2013\u00a0Schedule N:<\/strong>\u00a0Must specify if you want to operate Schedule N drugs<\/p>\n

Step-by-Step Application\/Renewal Process:<\/strong><\/p>\n

1.\u00a0Visit the Portal:<\/strong>\u00a0Login to\u00a0e-Sevai Tamil Nadu<\/strong>\u00a0portal as\u00a0Operator<\/strong><\/p>\n

2.\u00a0Navigate to Service:<\/strong>\u00a0Click\u00a0Services \u2192 Drugs Department \u2192 DCA-401 Licence to Grant or Renewal Allopathic Drugs<\/strong><\/p>\n

3.\u00a0Select Application Type:<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Licence Type: Choose\u00a0Grant<\/strong>\u00a0(for new) or\u00a0Renewal<\/strong>
\n\u2013 For Renewal: Enter your\u00a0existing Licence Number<\/strong>\u00a0\u2192 details auto-populate automatically
\n\u2013 Apply for: Select\u00a0Fresh Licence<\/strong>,\u00a0Change of Premises<\/strong>, or\u00a0Change in Constitution<\/strong><\/p>\n

4.\u00a0Enter Business Details:<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Business License Type: Select\u00a0Retail (Form 19)<\/strong>,\u00a0Wholesale (Form 19)<\/strong>, or\u00a0Both<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Constitution\/Ownership Type: Choose from Proprietorship, Partnership, Pvt. Ltd., etc.
\n\u2013 Schedule N Operation: Specify\u00a0Yes\/No<\/strong><\/p>\n

5.\u00a0Provide Applicant Details:<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Enter required applicant information
\n\u2013 Click\u00a0Add Applicant<\/strong>\u00a0to add multiple applicants
\n\u2013 Use\u00a0Add Bio Data<\/strong>\u00a0for complete applicant biography<\/p>\n

6.\u00a0Enter Firm and Address Details:<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Name of the Firm
\n\u2013 Complete address details (State, District, Taluk, Street, Door No., Pin Code)
\n\u2013 Type of Firm (Rented\/Owned)<\/p>\n

7.\u00a0Provide Pharmacist Details:<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Enter\u00a0Registered Pharmacist\/Competent Person<\/strong>\u00a0details
\n\u2013 Add Name, Qualification, Registration Number
\n\u2013 Click\u00a0Add<\/strong>\u00a0to include multiple pharmacists<\/p>\n

8.\u00a0Provide Storage Details:<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Specify if you have\u00a0special storage accommodation<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Provide warehouse particulars if applicable<\/p>\n

9.\u00a0Enter Contact Details:<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Phone\/Landline Number
\n\u2013 Primary and Secondary Mobile Numbers
\n\u2013 Email ID<\/p>\n

10.\u00a0Submit Application:<\/strong>\u00a0Click\u00a0Submit<\/strong>\u00a0to generate application number<\/p>\n

11.\u00a0Upload Required Documents:<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Form 19 (Retail\/Wholesale for appropriate schedules)
\n\u2013 Declaration Form
\n\u2013 Rental Agreement
\n\u2013 Property Proof (EC, Tax Receipt, Sale Deed)
\n\u2013 Residence Proof
\n\u2013 Authorization Letter or Board Resolution
\n\u2013 Pharmacy Council Registration Certificate
\n\u2013 Notarized Affidavits for Pharmacist and Tenancy
\n\u2013 Photograph
\n\u2013 Purchase Bills for refrigerator\/AC\/generator
\n\u2013 Blue Print of premises signed by licensed surveyor
\n\u2013 Supported formats: PDF, JPEG, JPG, PNG
\n\u2013 File size limits: Documents 200KB, Photos 50KB<\/p>\n

12.\u00a0Make Payment:<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Government Fees:\u00a0\u20b96000<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Service Charge:\u00a0\u20b92<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Total:\u00a0\u20b96002<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Click\u00a0Confirm Payment<\/strong><\/p>\n

13.\u00a0Download Acknowledgement:<\/strong>\u00a0Click\u00a0Print Receipt<\/strong>\u00a0for acknowledgement<\/p>\n

Document Requirements:<\/strong>
\nKey Mandatory Documents:
\n\u2013 Form 19 (appropriate version for your licence type)
\n\u2013 Declaration Form
\n\u2013 Property Proof Documents
\n\u2013 Pharmacist Registration Certificate
\n\u2013 Notarized Affidavits
\n\u2013 Blue Print of Premises<\/p>\n

Important:<\/strong>\u00a0All attached documents must be sent physically to:
\nOffice of the Assistant Director of Drugs control
\nTrichy Zone No.19, A.V. Arcade, 9th Cross East, Thillai Nagar
\nTrichy-620 018
\n(Mention your acknowledgment number on left top of the cover)<\/p>\n

Payment Details:<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Government Fees:\u00a0\u20b96000<\/strong>\u00a0licence fee
\n\u2013 Service Charge:\u00a0\u20b92<\/strong>\u00a0processing fee
\n\u2013 Total Payment:\u00a0\u20b96002<\/strong><\/p>\n

After Submission:<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Application Tracking: Check status under\u00a0Submitted Applications<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Draft Applications: Saved applications appear under\u00a0Saved Application<\/strong>\u00a0section
\n\u2013 Certificate Generation: Licence issued upon approval
\n\u2013 Digital Certificate: Downloadable from operator desk<\/p>\n

Downloading Licence Certificate:<\/strong>
\n1. Check Status: Go to\u00a0Check Status<\/strong>\u00a0section
\n2. Enter Application Number: TN-XXXXXXXXXXXX
\n3. Click Search: View application details
\n4. Download Certificate: Click\u00a0Download certificate<\/strong>\u00a0link when status shows \u201cApplication Approved\u201d<\/p>\n

Important Notes:<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Renewal Convenience:\u00a0Existing details auto-populate<\/strong>\u00a0when entering licence number
\n\u2013 Change Requests: System allows\u00a0semi-editable mode<\/strong>\u00a0for premises\/constitution changes
\n\u2013 Physical Submission:\u00a0Must send hard copies<\/strong>\u00a0of all uploaded documents to ADO office
\n\u2013 Document Templates:\u00a0Download Declaration Form and Form 19<\/strong>\u00a0from portal links
\n\u2013 Validity Period: Licence valid for\u00a05 years<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Verification: Certificate can be verified online using\u00a0unique certificate number or QR code<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Qualified Staff: Must report changes in qualified staff within\u00a0one month<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Business Changes: Licence valid for\u00a03 months<\/strong>\u00a0after constitution change unless fresh licence obtained
\n\u2013 Purchase Requirements: Drugs must be purchased from\u00a0duly licensed dealers\/manufacturers<\/strong><\/p>\n

Certificate Types Issued:<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Form 20: Retail licence for drugs other than Schedules C, C(1) and X
\n\u2013 Form 20B: Wholesale licence for drugs other than Schedules C, C(1) and X
\n\u2013 Form 21: Retail licence for drugs in Schedules C and C(1) (excluding X)
\n\u2013 Form 21B: Wholesale licence for drugs in Schedules C and C(1) (excluding X)<\/p>\n

Apply Online:<\/strong>\u00a0https:\/\/tnedistrict.tn.gov.in
\nAssistance:<\/strong>\u00a0Visit your nearest\u00a0e-Sevai \/ CSC Centre<\/strong><\/p>\n

This guide is based on the Tamil Nadu e-District User Manual (DCA-401). Government of Tamil Nadu, 2017.<\/em>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Service Code:\u00a0DCA-401\u00a0|\u00a0Department:\u00a0Drugs Department Purpose: The\u00a0Licence to Grant or Renewal Allopathic Drugs\u00a0service enables businesses to apply for a new licence or renew an existing one for selling allopathic drugs through the e-District portal. This service is designed for: \u2013\u00a0New pharmacy\/drug store owners\u00a0seeking a first-time licence \u2013\u00a0Existing licence holders\u00a0needing to renew their authorization \u2013\u00a0Businesses requiring changes\u00a0in premises […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":19929,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Service Code:<\/strong>\u00a0DCA-401<\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0Department:<\/strong>\u00a0Drugs Department<\/strong>\n\nPurpose:<\/strong>\nThe\u00a0Licence to Grant or Renewal Allopathic Drugs<\/strong>\u00a0service enables businesses to apply for a new licence or renew an existing one for selling allopathic drugs through the e-District portal. This service is designed for:\n\u2013\u00a0New pharmacy\/drug store owners<\/strong>\u00a0seeking a first-time licence\n\u2013\u00a0Existing licence holders<\/strong>\u00a0needing to renew their authorization\n\u2013\u00a0Businesses requiring changes<\/strong>\u00a0in premises or constitution\n\u2013\u00a0Retailers, wholesalers, or businesses<\/strong>\u00a0dealing in allopathic drugs\n\nRequired Information:<\/strong>\nMandatory for Renewal:<\/strong>\n\u2013\u00a0Existing Licence Number<\/strong>\u00a0(for renewal applications)\n\nSpecial Requirements:<\/strong>\n\u2013\u00a0For Renewal:<\/strong>\u00a0System\u00a0auto-populates details<\/strong>\u00a0in non-editable mode upon entering licence number\n\u2013\u00a0For Change Requests:<\/strong>\u00a0Details become semi-editable for\u00a0Change of Premises<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a0Change in Constitution<\/strong>\n\u2013\u00a0Pharmacist Details:<\/strong>\u00a0Requires qualified\u00a0Registered Pharmacist\/Competent Person<\/strong>\u00a0information\n\u2013\u00a0Schedule N:<\/strong>\u00a0Must specify if you want to operate Schedule N drugs\n\nStep-by-Step Application\/Renewal Process:<\/strong>\n\n1.\u00a0Visit the Portal:<\/strong>\u00a0Login to\u00a0e-Sevai Tamil Nadu<\/strong>\u00a0portal as\u00a0Operator<\/strong>\n\n2.\u00a0Navigate to Service:<\/strong>\u00a0Click\u00a0Services \u2192 Drugs Department \u2192 DCA-401 Licence to Grant or Renewal Allopathic Drugs<\/strong>\n\n3.\u00a0Select Application Type:<\/strong>\n\u2013 Licence Type: Choose\u00a0Grant<\/strong>\u00a0(for new) or\u00a0Renewal<\/strong>\n\u2013 For Renewal: Enter your\u00a0existing Licence Number<\/strong>\u00a0\u2192 details auto-populate automatically\n\u2013 Apply for: Select\u00a0Fresh Licence<\/strong>,\u00a0Change of Premises<\/strong>, or\u00a0Change in Constitution<\/strong>\n\n4.\u00a0Enter Business Details:<\/strong>\n\u2013 Business License Type: Select\u00a0Retail (Form 19)<\/strong>,\u00a0Wholesale (Form 19)<\/strong>, or\u00a0Both<\/strong>\n\u2013 Constitution\/Ownership Type: Choose from Proprietorship, Partnership, Pvt. Ltd., etc.\n\u2013 Schedule N Operation: Specify\u00a0Yes\/No<\/strong>\n\n5.\u00a0Provide Applicant Details:<\/strong>\n\u2013 Enter required applicant information\n\u2013 Click\u00a0Add Applicant<\/strong>\u00a0to add multiple applicants\n\u2013 Use\u00a0Add Bio Data<\/strong>\u00a0for complete applicant biography\n\n6.\u00a0Enter Firm and Address Details:<\/strong>\n\u2013 Name of the Firm\n\u2013 Complete address details (State, District, Taluk, Street, Door No., Pin Code)\n\u2013 Type of Firm (Rented\/Owned)\n\n7.\u00a0Provide Pharmacist Details:<\/strong>\n\u2013 Enter\u00a0Registered Pharmacist\/Competent Person<\/strong>\u00a0details\n\u2013 Add Name, Qualification, Registration Number\n\u2013 Click\u00a0Add<\/strong>\u00a0to include multiple pharmacists\n\n8.\u00a0Provide Storage Details:<\/strong>\n\u2013 Specify if you have\u00a0special storage accommodation<\/strong>\n\u2013 Provide warehouse particulars if applicable\n\n9.\u00a0Enter Contact Details:<\/strong>\n\u2013 Phone\/Landline Number\n\u2013 Primary and Secondary Mobile Numbers\n\u2013 Email ID\n\n10.\u00a0Submit Application:<\/strong>\u00a0Click\u00a0Submit<\/strong>\u00a0to generate application number\n\n11.\u00a0Upload Required Documents:<\/strong>\n\u2013 Form 19 (Retail\/Wholesale for appropriate schedules)\n\u2013 Declaration Form\n\u2013 Rental Agreement\n\u2013 Property Proof (EC, Tax Receipt, Sale Deed)\n\u2013 Residence Proof\n\u2013 Authorization Letter or Board Resolution\n\u2013 Pharmacy Council Registration Certificate\n\u2013 Notarized Affidavits for Pharmacist and Tenancy\n\u2013 Photograph\n\u2013 Purchase Bills for refrigerator\/AC\/generator\n\u2013 Blue Print of premises signed by licensed surveyor\n\u2013 Supported formats: PDF, JPEG, JPG, PNG\n\u2013 File size limits: Documents 200KB, Photos 50KB\n\n12.\u00a0Make Payment:<\/strong>\n\u2013 Government Fees:\u00a0\u20b96000<\/strong>\n\u2013 Service Charge:\u00a0\u20b92<\/strong>\n\u2013 Total:\u00a0\u20b96002<\/strong>\n\u2013 Click\u00a0Confirm Payment<\/strong>\n\n13.\u00a0Download Acknowledgement:<\/strong>\u00a0Click\u00a0Print Receipt<\/strong>\u00a0for acknowledgement\n\nDocument Requirements:<\/strong>\nKey Mandatory Documents:\n\u2013 Form 19 (appropriate version for your licence type)\n\u2013 Declaration Form\n\u2013 Property Proof Documents\n\u2013 Pharmacist Registration Certificate\n\u2013 Notarized Affidavits\n\u2013 Blue Print of Premises\n\nImportant:<\/strong>\u00a0All attached documents must be sent physically to:\nOffice of the Assistant Director of Drugs control\nTrichy Zone No.19, A.V. Arcade, 9th Cross East, Thillai Nagar\nTrichy-620 018\n(Mention your acknowledgment number on left top of the cover)\n\nPayment Details:<\/strong>\n\u2013 Government Fees:\u00a0\u20b96000<\/strong>\u00a0licence fee\n\u2013 Service Charge:\u00a0\u20b92<\/strong>\u00a0processing fee\n\u2013 Total Payment:\u00a0\u20b96002<\/strong>\n\nAfter Submission:<\/strong>\n\u2013 Application Tracking: Check status under\u00a0Submitted Applications<\/strong>\n\u2013 Draft Applications: Saved applications appear under\u00a0Saved Application<\/strong>\u00a0section\n\u2013 Certificate Generation: Licence issued upon approval\n\u2013 Digital Certificate: Downloadable from operator desk\n\nDownloading Licence Certificate:<\/strong>\n1. Check Status: Go to\u00a0Check Status<\/strong>\u00a0section\n2. Enter Application Number: TN-XXXXXXXXXXXX\n3. Click Search: View application details\n4. 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