How to Apply for Retail or Wholesale Drug License in West Bengal (WB) – Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re planning to open a pharmacy, hospital dispensary, clinic, or healthcare retail/wholesale setup in West Bengal, obtaining a valid Drug License is mandatory. The process is governed by the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, and other related regulations.
🔒 Governing Acts & Regulations
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Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules
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Drug Price Control Order, 2013
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Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985
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Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisement) Act, 1954
✅ Competent Authority
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Assistant Director of Drug Control of the respective district.
⏱️ Processing Time
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90 days after receipt of a complete application.
📄 Application Process
Apply online through the Drug License Portal:
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Official Site: https://www.wbhealth.gov.in
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Direct Application Portal: https://evesoj.wbhealth.gov.in/WBDL/
💳 License Fees
View applicable license fees here:
👉 Drug License Fee PDF
📋 Documents Required
All documents must be uploaded in PDF format.
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Power of Attorney (if any, on Non-Judicial Stamp)
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Trade License mentioning system of medicine (Allopathy/Homoeopathy)
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Proof of Premises (Rent Bill, Tax Receipt, NOC, etc.)
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Partnership Deed / Company MoA & AoA (if applicable)
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Resolution of Board Meeting (if applicable)
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Sketch map of premises (CAD format preferred)
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Appointment & Acceptance Letter of Pharmacist or Competent Person
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Qualification Certificates of Pharmacist/CPI
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Pharmacist’s Registration and Retention Certificate
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ID Proof of Pharmacist (Voter ID, PAN, Aadhar, etc.)
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Affidavits (Pharmacist, CPI, Applicant)
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Experience Certificate of CPI
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Any other applicable document (refer to portal)
🛠️ Application Steps
1. New License Application
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Register at: https://evesoj.wbhealth.gov.in/WBDL/
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Fill online application form
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Upload required documents
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Receive acknowledgment & track status
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Field verification by Drug Inspector
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Final approval or rejection via email/SMS
2. Existing License Registration
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Login and click “Registration for Existing License”
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Submit firm details, license number, and retention receipt
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Wait for approval via email/SMS
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Complete online application with attachments
3. License Retention
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Login with existing credentials
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Select “Apply for Retain License”
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Upload relevant documents and submit
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Follow inspection and approval process as above
📘 Help & Support
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User Manual: View Here
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Track Application: Use your login ID to check real-time status.
⚠️ Important Notes
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Only PDF files are accepted.
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Ensure affidavits are sworn before First Class Judicial Magistrate.
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All payments must be made before final submission.
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Email and SMS alerts will notify you at every stage.