How to Get a Clinical Establishment License for a Veterinary Clinic in West Bengal

How to Get a Clinical Establishment License for a Veterinary Clinic in West Bengal

Setting up a veterinary clinic in West Bengal requires a Clinical Establishment License under the West Bengal Clinical Establishments (Registration, Regulation and Transparency) Act, 2017. This license ensures that your veterinary practice operates with the proper medical standards, safety, hygiene, and record-keeping protocols as mandated by the Government of West Bengal.

This blog provides a step-by-step guide to help veterinary practitioners and clinic owners understand the documentation and registration process for obtaining a Clinical Establishment License in West Bengal.

📋 Documents Required for Veterinary Clinic Registration

To apply for a Clinical Establishment License for a veterinary clinic, the following documents are typically required:

1. Identity & Address Proof of the Owner

   • Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Passport / Voter ID

2. Proof of Ownership or Tenancy of the Premises

   • Rent Agreement or Lease Deed (if rented)

   • Sale Deed / Property Tax Receipt (if owned)

3. Trade License

   • Issued by the local municipal authority for running a commercial/veterinary establishment

4. Qualification Certificates of the Registered Veterinary Practitioner

   • Degree Certificate (BVSc / MVSc or equivalent)

   • Valid Registration with the West Bengal Veterinary Council or equivalent authority

5. Staff List with Qualification Details

   • Paravets, Assistants, Technicians

6. Site Plan / Layout of the Clinic

   • Showing consultation room, OT (if any), waiting area, waste disposal area, etc.

7. Waste Management Tie-up

   • Agreement or receipt showing tie-up with BMW (Bio-Medical Waste) treatment facility

8. Fire Safety Certificate

   • Especially if the clinic is larger or includes inpatient/boarding facilities

9. Declaration/Undertaking

   • Stating compliance with the norms of the Clinical Establishment Act

📝 Application Process for Clinical Establishment License (Veterinary)

Follow these steps to register your veterinary clinic under the Clinical Establishment Act:

Step 1: Registration on the Health Portal

• Visit: https://www.wbhealth.gov.in

• Navigate to the Clinical Establishment section

• Register as a new applicant and generate login credentials

Step 2: Fill in the Application Form

• Log in and fill out the online form

• Provide details of the establishment: name, address, type (Veterinary), category (OPD/IPD), ownership

Step 3: Upload Required Documents

• All documents listed above must be scanned and uploaded in PDF format

Step 4: Pay Registration Fee

• Pay the required government fee online (based on clinic category and size)

Step 5: Inspection by Authority

• The District Registering Authority (DRA) may schedule a physical inspection of the clinic

• Ensure all facilities, equipment, and records are in place

Step 6: Issuance of Certificate

• On successful verification, you will be issued a Clinical Establishment Registration Certificate (valid for 3 to 5 years)

⚠️ Key Notes:

• Operating without a Clinical Establishment License is a punishable offence under the Act.

• Maintain a Register of Daily Cases and comply with record-keeping norms.

• Renew the license before expiry to avoid penalties.

✅ Benefits of Licensing Your Veterinary Clinic

• Legal authorization to operate

• Enhanced credibility with pet owners and livestock clients

• Compliance with biomedical waste and safety norms

• Required for empanelment with insurance, government schemes, and animal welfare bodies