Service Code: DCA-404 | Department: Drugs Department Purpose The Licence to Grant or Renewal Specified in Schedule X Drugs (DCA-404) service enables eligible applicants to apply for a new licence or renewal to deal in Schedule X drugs through the Tamil Nadu e-District (e-Sevai) portal. Schedule X drugs are subject to strict regulatory control under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. This online service ensures regulated handling, proper documentation, and transparent approval through the Drugs Control Department. This service is intended for: – Applicants seeking a fresh licence to deal in Schedule X drugs – Existing licence holders applying for renewal – Businesses requesting Change of Premises – Businesses requesting Change in Constitution – Retailers or wholesalers authorized to handle Schedule X category drugs Required Information Mandatory for Renewal: – Existing Schedule X Licence Number Special Requirements For Renewal Applications: Upon entering the licence number, existing details are auto-populated in the application form. For Change Requests: In cases of Change of Premises or Change in Constitution, relevant sections become partially editable. Competent Person Requirement: Details of an approved Competent Person must be provided as per Schedule X norms. Secure Storage: Applicants must declare appropriate storage accommodation as required for Schedule X drugs. Step-by-Step Application / Renewal Process 1. Visit the Portal Login to the Tamil Nadu e-Sevai / e-District portal using valid operator credentials. 2. Navigate to the Service Click Services → Drugs Department → DCA-404 Licence to Grant or Renewal Specified in Schedule X Drugs. 3. Select Application Type – Licence Type: Grant or Renewal – For Renewal: Enter the existing Licence Number – Apply for: Fresh Licence / Change of Premises / Change in Constitution 4. Enter Applicant Details – Enter applicant information using the available fields – Multiple applicants can be added using Add Applicant – Complete bio-data can be added using Add Bio Data 5. Enter Firm and Address Details – Name of the firm – Complete address details – Ownership type (Owned / Rented) 6. Provide Competent Person Details – Enter required qualification and approval details – Add multiple competent persons if applicable 7. Enter Storage Accommodation Details Specify storage facilities available for Schedule X drugs. 8. Enter Contact Details – Phone number – Mobile numbers – Email ID 9. Submit Application Click Submit to generate the application number. Upload Required Documents Applicants must upload the prescribed documents, including: – Declaration Form – Form 19C (where applicable) – Proof of premises ownership or rental – Authorization or constitution-related documents – Competent Person qualification and approval documents – Blueprint / layout of premises as required Uploaded documents must follow the formats prescribed on the portal. Payment Process After document upload: – Proceed to Make Payment – Pay the applicable government fee and service charge as displayed on the portal – Confirm payment to complete submission Acknowledgement and Tracking – Download and print the Acknowledgement Receipt – Applications can be tracked under Submitted Applications – Draft applications remain available under Saved Applications Physical Submission of Documents After online submission, applicants are required to submit physical copies of all mandatory documents to the concerned office of the Drugs Control Department. Applicants must clearly mention the Acknowledgement Number on the document cover. Downloading Licence Certificate Once the application is approved and digitally signed: – Go to Check Status – Enter the Application Number – Click Search – Click Download Certificate when approval status is shown The licence certificate can be downloaded and issued to the applicant. Important Notes – Schedule X drugs are governed by strict statutory controls – Licence validity is subject to rules prescribed under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act – Any change in competent person must be reported promptly – Drugs must be purchased only from licensed manufacturers or dealers – Certificates issued can be verified online through official verification mechanisms Apply Online https://tnedistrict.tn.gov.in Assistance Applicants may approach the nearest e-Sevai / CSC centre for guidance and s support. This guide is based on the Tamil Nadu e-District User Manual (DCA-404). Government of Tamil Nadu, 2017.

Service Code: DCA-401 | Department: Drugs Department Purpose: The Licence to Grant or Renewal Allopathic Drugs service enables businesses to apply for a new licence or renew an existing one for selling allopathic drugs through the e-District portal. This service is designed for: – New pharmacy/drug store owners seeking a first-time licence – Existing licence holders needing to renew their authorization – Businesses requiring changes in premises or constitution – Retailers, wholesalers, or businesses dealing in allopathic drugs Required Information: Mandatory for Renewal: – Existing Licence Number (for renewal applications) Special Requirements: – For Renewal: System auto-populates details in non-editable mode upon entering licence number – For Change Requests: Details become semi-editable for Change of Premises or Change in Constitution – Pharmacist Details: Requires qualified Registered Pharmacist/Competent Person information – Schedule N: Must specify if you want to operate Schedule N drugs Step-by-Step Application/Renewal Process: 1. Visit the Portal: Login to e-Sevai Tamil Nadu portal as Operator 2. Navigate to Service: Click Services → Drugs Department → DCA-401 Licence to Grant or Renewal Allopathic Drugs 3. Select Application Type: – Licence Type: Choose Grant (for new) or Renewal – For Renewal: Enter your existing Licence Number → details auto-populate automatically – Apply for: Select Fresh Licence, Change of Premises, or Change in Constitution 4. Enter Business Details: – Business License Type: Select Retail (Form 19), Wholesale (Form 19), or Both – Constitution/Ownership Type: Choose from Proprietorship, Partnership, Pvt. Ltd., etc. – Schedule N Operation: Specify Yes/No 5. Provide Applicant Details: – Enter required applicant information – Click Add Applicant to add multiple applicants – Use Add Bio Data for complete applicant biography 6. Enter Firm and Address Details: – Name of the Firm – Complete address details (State, District, Taluk, Street, Door No., Pin Code) – Type of Firm (Rented/Owned) 7. Provide Pharmacist Details: – Enter Registered Pharmacist/Competent Person details – Add Name, Qualification, Registration Number – Click Add to include multiple pharmacists 8. Provide Storage Details: – Specify if you have special storage accommodation – Provide warehouse particulars if applicable 9. Enter Contact Details: – Phone/Landline Number – Primary and Secondary Mobile Numbers – Email ID 10. Submit Application: Click Submit to generate application number 11. Upload Required Documents: – Form 19 (Retail/Wholesale for appropriate schedules) – Declaration Form – Rental Agreement – Property Proof (EC, Tax Receipt, Sale Deed) – Residence Proof – Authorization Letter or Board Resolution – Pharmacy Council Registration Certificate – Notarized Affidavits for Pharmacist and Tenancy – Photograph – Purchase Bills for refrigerator/AC/generator – Blue Print of premises signed by licensed surveyor – Supported formats: PDF, JPEG, JPG, PNG – File size limits: Documents 200KB, Photos 50KB 12. Make Payment: – Government Fees: ₹6000 – Service Charge: ₹2 – Total: ₹6002 – Click Confirm Payment 13. Download Acknowledgement: Click Print Receipt for acknowledgement Document Requirements: Key Mandatory Documents: – Form 19 (appropriate version for your licence type) – Declaration Form – Property Proof Documents – Pharmacist Registration Certificate – Notarized Affidavits – Blue Print of Premises Important: All attached documents must be sent physically to: Office of the Assistant Director of Drugs control Trichy Zone No.19, A.V. Arcade, 9th Cross East, Thillai Nagar Trichy-620 018 (Mention your acknowledgment number on left top of the cover) Payment Details: – Government Fees: ₹6000 licence fee – Service Charge: ₹2 processing fee – Total Payment: ₹6002 After Submission: – Application Tracking: Check status under Submitted Applications – Draft Applications: Saved applications appear under Saved Application section – Certificate Generation: Licence issued upon approval – Digital Certificate: Downloadable from operator desk Downloading Licence Certificate: 1. Check Status: Go to Check Status section 2. Enter Application Number: TN-XXXXXXXXXXXX 3. Click Search: View application details 4. Download Certificate: Click Download certificate link when status shows “Application Approved” Important Notes: – Renewal Convenience: Existing details auto-populate when entering licence number – Change Requests: System allows semi-editable mode for premises/constitution changes – Physical Submission: Must send hard copies of all uploaded documents to ADO office – Document Templates: Download Declaration Form and Form 19 from portal links – Validity Period: Licence valid for 5 years – Verification: Certificate can be verified online using unique certificate number or QR code – Qualified Staff: Must report changes in qualified staff within one month – Business Changes: Licence valid for 3 months after constitution change unless fresh licence obtained – Purchase Requirements: Drugs must be purchased from duly licensed dealers/manufacturers Certificate Types Issued: – Form 20: Retail licence for drugs other than Schedules C, C(1) and X – Form 20B: Wholesale licence for drugs other than Schedules C, C(1) and X – Form 21: Retail licence for drugs in Schedules C and C(1) (excluding X) – Form 21B: Wholesale licence for drugs in Schedules C and C(1) (excluding X) Apply Online: https://tnedistrict.tn.gov.in Assistance: Visit your nearest e-Sevai / CSC Centre This guide is based on the Tamil Nadu e-District User Manual (DCA-401). Government of Tamil Nadu, 2017.