02 August 2025
Transferring a drug licence from one firm to another depends on the jurisdiction and the specific drug regulatory authority under whose purview the licence was issued. Generally:
### Key Points:
1. **Drug Licence is Usually Non-Transferable:** Most drug licensing authorities (like the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) or State Drug Control Authorities in India) treat drug licences as **non-transferable**. The licence is granted to a specific entity (firm/person) based on their credentials, premises, and other conditions.
2. **What Can Be Done Instead:**
* If the business ownership or firm is changing, the new firm typically needs to apply **fresh for a new drug licence**. * The old firm may **surrender the existing licence**, and the new firm can apply for a new licence for the same premises or business. * Sometimes, depending on local laws, **change in constitution or ownership can be intimated to the licensing authority**, who may approve the change after verification, but this is NOT a direct transfer of licence.
3. **Procedure:**
* Check the rules under the **Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940** and the relevant State Drugs Control Department. * Submit an application for change of ownership or fresh licence as required. * The licensing authority may inspect the premises before granting approval.
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### Summary:
* **Direct transfer of drug licence is generally NOT allowed.** * New firm must apply for a fresh licence or approval for change of ownership. * Check with the local State Drug Control Authority for exact process and documents needed.
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