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What's Included

Everything Included in Your CDSCO License Service

From regulatory strategy to CDSCO approval — our RA experts handle every step of your drug or medical device registration.

Regulatory Assessment
  • Product classification & license type determination
  • Applicable rules & schedule identification
  • Regulatory pathway strategy planning
Dossier Preparation
  • CTD format / Indian dossier preparation
  • Technical, administrative & quality documents
  • Test report & data compilation
SUGAM Portal Filing
  • Online application on SUGAM CDSCO portal
  • Government fee payment coordination
  • Application ID & acknowledgement
Query Response Management
  • CDSCO officer query response preparation
  • Additional data & document submission
  • Technical clarification drafting
Inspection Coordination
  • GMP/QMS pre-inspection audit
  • Manufacturing site inspection preparation
  • Corrective action report support
Post-License Compliance
  • License renewal & amendment support
  • Pharmacovigilance reporting guidance
  • CDSCO rule change alerts
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License Types

CDSCO License Types We Handle

We cover all CDSCO licenses and registrations under the Drugs & Cosmetics Act and Medical Devices Rules, 2017.

Drug Manufacturing License
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing (Form 25/28)

CDSCO approval for pharmaceutical drug manufacturing including allopathic, Ayurvedic, homeopathic, and biological drugs. Includes GMP compliance and site inspection coordination.

Drug Import License
Form 10 / Schedule D Import Authorization

CDSCO import license for bringing pharmaceutical drugs, raw materials, and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) into India. Required for customs clearance and market authorization.

Medical Device Registration
MDR 2017 — Class A, B, C, D Devices

Registration of medical devices under Medical Devices Rules 2017. Class A/B devices on SUGAM portal, Class C/D require clinical evaluation. Covers diagnostics, implants, equipment.

Clinical Trial Authorization
CTA — New Drug Approvals (NDA)

CDSCO approval to conduct clinical trials for new drugs, biologicals, and medical devices in India. Includes Ethics Committee approval, CTRI registration, and CDSCO CTA application.

Cosmetics License
Cosmetic Import & Manufacturing

CDSCO license for manufacturing or importing cosmetics in India under Schedule S of the D&C Act. Required for all cosmetic products including skin care, hair care, and color cosmetics.

In-Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) Kit
Diagnostic Reagents & Test Kits

CDSCO registration for diagnostic kits, reagents, test strips, and laboratory equipment used in clinical diagnosis. Includes COVID test kits, blood glucose meters, pregnancy tests.

Penalties

Consequences of Non-Compliance with CDSCO

CDSCO and State Drug Controllers enforce strict action against unlicensed pharmaceutical and medical device operations.

CDSCO Enforcement 2024: CDSCO conducted 500+ inspections and issued 200+ show cause notices to pharma and device companies for regulatory violations this year.
₹10 Lakh
Fine for manufacturing or selling drugs without valid CDSCO license
10 Years Jail
Criminal prosecution for adulterated or spurious drugs causing harm
Product Recall
Mandatory recall of all products with CDSCO-mandated public notification
License Cancelled
Immediate revocation of state drug license for CDSCO violations
Import Seizure
Customs seizure and destruction of unlicensed pharmaceutical imports
Export Block
Export Certificate of Pharmaceutical Products (CoPP) denial
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Why Get CDSCO License from Corpbiz

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Market Authorization

Legally manufacture or import drugs and medical devices for the Indian market with valid CDSCO approval and state drug license.

Expert RA Team

Experienced regulatory affairs professionals with deep knowledge of CDSCO, SUGAM portal, and CTD dossier requirements.

Export Eligibility

CDSCO license enables WHO-GMP certification and Certificate of Pharmaceutical Products (CoPP) for global drug export.

Tender & Govt. Supply

CDSCO licensed manufacturers eligible for government hospital tenders, Jan Aushadhi scheme, and public health supply.

Patient & Consumer Trust

CDSCO approval signals product safety, efficacy, and quality — critical for building trust with healthcare professionals and patients.

Fast-Track Dossier Support

Expert dossier compilation minimizes CDSCO queries and accelerates approval timelines for drugs and medical devices.

Process

CDSCO License Process — 6 Key Steps

Our regulatory affairs team manages the complete CDSCO application from regulatory strategy to license issuance.

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SUGAM Filing
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Step 1

Regulatory Strategy

Identify product classification, applicable regulations, license type, required data, and regulatory pathway for fastest approval.

Week 1
Step 2

Dossier Compilation

Prepare complete regulatory dossier including administrative, technical, quality, safety, and efficacy data in CDSCO-required format.

Week 1–4
Step 3

SUGAM Portal Filing

Submit application on SUGAM CDSCO portal with complete dossier and government fee. Receive application tracking number.

Week 4–6
Step 4

Query Response

CDSCO officer reviews application. We prepare and submit timely responses to technical queries and additional data requests.

Month 2–5
Step 5

Site Inspection

For manufacturing licenses, CDSCO/State Drug Inspector conducts GMP inspection. We prepare your facility and documentation.

Month 4–8
Step 6

License Issued

Receive CDSCO license certificate / registration number. Begin manufacturing, import, or sale with full regulatory authorization.

Month 3–12
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Documents Required

Documents Required for CDSCO License

Our RA team compiles and reviews all documents for a complete, query-free CDSCO application.

Company Registration — Certificate of Incorporation, MOA & AOA
Product Details — Complete product dossier with composition, specifications
Test Reports — Analytical test reports from accredited laboratory
GMP Certificate — WHO-GMP or Schedule M compliance certificate (for manufacturing)
Technical Staff — Qualifications of Competent Technical Staff (CTS) / Regulatory Officer
Manufacturing Premises — Site master file, layout, equipment list (for manufacturers)
Safety & Efficacy Data — Pre-clinical / clinical trial data as applicable for new drugs
Foreign Approval — Country of origin approval letter (for imported drugs/devices)
Labeling & Packaging — Proposed label, insert, and outer carton in CDSCO format
Who Needs This

Who Needs CDSCO License

Any business manufacturing, importing, or selling drugs, medical devices, or cosmetics in India requires CDSCO approval.

Pharmaceutical manufacturers
Medical device companies
Pharma & device importers
Diagnostic kit manufacturers
Cosmetic importers & manufacturers
Clinical trial sponsors
Biotech & biologics companies
Hospital equipment suppliers
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions — CDSCO License

Get answers to CDSCO regulatory questions from our expert pharmaceutical regulatory affairs team.

CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation) is India's national regulatory authority under the Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health. It regulates: drugs and pharmaceuticals (approval, manufacturing, import), medical devices (registration and quality standards), clinical trials and new drug approvals, cosmetics imports, and biological products. It operates under the Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Medical Devices Rules, 2017.

CDSCO is the Central authority handling new drug approvals, import licenses, clinical trials, and medical device registrations. State Drug Controllers (Licensing Authorities) handle state-level manufacturing licenses, wholesale/retail drug licenses, and regulatory enforcement. For most pharmaceutical manufacturers, both CDSCO approval (Central) and State Drug Manufacturing License are required. Corpbiz coordinates with both Central and State authorities.

Under Medical Devices Rules 2017, devices are classified into: Class A (Low Risk — stethoscopes, bandages, glasses), Class B (Low-Moderate Risk — MRI machines, ultrasound, hearing aids), Class C (Moderate-High Risk — CT scanners, implantable devices, dialysis machines), Class D (High Risk — pacemakers, active implantable devices, HIV test kits). Class A/B registration is done on SUGAM portal with self-declaration. Class C/D require clinical evaluation and CDSCO review.

SUGAM is CDSCO's online regulatory submission portal (sugamhpb.gov.in) for filing pharmaceutical and medical device applications. All CDSCO applications including drug import licenses, new drug approvals, and medical device registrations are now filed online through SUGAM. Corpbiz has extensive experience navigating the SUGAM portal for all types of applications.

Yes, all drugs imported into India require CDSCO import registration or license. New chemical entities need full CDSCO new drug approval. Drugs already approved in reference countries (US, EU, UK, Japan, Australia, Canada) may qualify for fast-track approval under Schedule D(1). Importers must also obtain a Drug Import License (Form 10) from CDSCO and state licensing authority. Corpbiz handles the complete import approval process.

Schedule M of the D&C Act lays down GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) requirements for pharmaceutical manufacturing in India. The revised Schedule M (2023) aligns Indian GMP with WHO and international standards. CDSCO mandates Schedule M compliance for manufacturing licenses and inspects facilities against these standards. Corpbiz helps pharmaceutical manufacturers achieve Schedule M compliance and prepares them for CDSCO GMP inspections.

CTA is CDSCO's approval to conduct clinical trials for new drugs, biologicals, fixed-dose combinations, or new indications in India. The process includes: registered Ethics Committee approval, CTRI (Clinical Trials Registry India) registration, CDSCO CTA application with pre-clinical data. Phase I-IV trials all require CTA. Bioequivalence studies and BA/BE studies also require CDSCO approval. Corpbiz supports clinical trial sponsors through the complete CTA process.

All cosmetics imported into India require an import license from CDSCO under Schedule S of the D&C Act. This includes: skincare (creams, serums, sunscreen), haircare (shampoo, conditioner, hair dye), color cosmetics (lipstick, foundation, mascara), fragrances, and personal care products. The importer must register with CDSCO and obtain an import NOC per product. Corpbiz handles cosmetic import license applications for brands, distributors, and e-commerce importers.

CDSCO approval timelines vary by product type: Medical Device Class A/B: 30-90 days. Class C/D: 3-9 months. Drug Import License: 3-6 months. New Drug Approval: 12-24 months. Clinical Trial Authorization: 6-12 months. Cosmetic Import: 2-4 months. Corpbiz's expert dossier preparation minimizes queries and delays to achieve fastest possible approvals.

For importing medical devices, you need: CDSCO import license for each device, registration certificate on SUGAM portal, Indian Authorized Agent (IAA) appointment, device classification confirmation, country of origin approval certificate, test reports, and manufacturer's authorization letter. Class C/D devices also require clinical evaluation data. Corpbiz has extensive experience with medical device import registrations from China, USA, Germany, Japan, and other manufacturing countries.

CoPP (Certificate of Pharmaceutical Products) is issued by CDSCO to Indian pharmaceutical manufacturers for drug exports. It certifies that the drug is manufactured in compliance with Indian GMP standards and is licensed for sale in India. Most importing countries require a CoPP from CDSCO before granting market authorization for Indian pharma exports. Corpbiz assists pharma manufacturers in obtaining CoPP for key export markets including Africa, ASEAN, and GCC countries.

Corpbiz has processed 3,000+ CDSCO licenses with a dedicated regulatory affairs team including ex-pharmaceutical industry professionals and former CDSCO consultants. We handle the complete regulatory strategy, dossier preparation, SUGAM filing, query responses, and GMP inspection preparation. Our deep expertise spans drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, clinical trials, and CoPP applications — making us India's most trusted CDSCO license consultancy.
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"Corpbiz handled our medical device Class B registration on SUGAM portal. Their RA team prepared a flawless dossier — zero CDSCO queries. Got registration in 45 days. Exceptional regulatory expertise!"

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Praveen KumarDirector, MedTech Solutions, Hyderabad
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"We needed CDSCO import license for 15 pharmaceutical products from Germany. Corpbiz managed all 15 applications simultaneously with complete dossiers. All approved within 5 months. Amazing RA team!"

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Anita SharmaRegulatory Affairs Head, PharmImport, Mumbai
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"Corpbiz guided us through the revised Schedule M compliance and GMP inspection preparation. Inspector was satisfied with our facility. Got manufacturing license in 8 months — faster than industry average."

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Rajiv JoshiCEO, GenPharma Formulations, Ahmedabad
Pharma Manufacturing

"Getting CoPP from CDSCO for our Africa exports seemed complex. Corpbiz managed the entire process — GMP compliance documentation, CDSCO application, and certificate procurement. Now exporting to 8 African countries."

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Nilesh KapoorVP Exports, LifePharm India, Pune
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"Our cosmetic import business needed CDSCO license for 30 products from Korea. Corpbiz handled each product separately with correct labeling guidance. All approvals done in 3 months. Best regulatory partner!"

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Priya MehtaFounder, K-Beauty India, Delhi
Cosmetics Import

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