The Indian pharmaceuticals market is the 3rd largest in terms of volume and 13th largest in terms of value, and it accounts for around 20 percent in the volume terms and 1.5 percent in value terms of the Global Pharmaceutical Industry.
The Indian pharma industry is projected to grow over 16 percent per annum during the period 2015 till 2020 as compared to global pharma industry's 5 percent. There is a huge potential in Indian pharmaceuticals industry which opens door to entrepreneurs and start-ups involved in pharma business. As per Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940 Drug License is mandatory throughout India for carrying out the business related to pharmaceutical industries that deal with drugs, medications and cosmetics. To do business in pharma industry including Ayurvedic & Unani drugs, one must get a Drug license to operate legally.
There are more than 10 different types of drug licenses. However, a business unit may require a particular license based on their business requirement. Drug license is issued subject to certain conditions attached to premises and the competent person who shall be dealing with drugs.