How to Change or Replace a Registered Pharmacist in FDA Pune: Form 20/21 Amendment & XLN Filing

Procedure to Replace or Change a Registered Pharmacist in FDA Pune

In retail pharmacy operations, employee turnover is inevitable. When a Registered Pharmacist resigns, takes a leave of absence, or transitions to another medical establishment in Pune, the pharmacy owner must legally notify the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) immediately. Operating a retail medical store in the absence of a registered pharmacist or continuing sales under a departed pharmacist's name is a non-bailable offense leading to instant license suspension.

The licensee must appoint a new MSPC-registered pharmacist and file an electronic Change of Competent Person (Pharmacist) application on the FDA XLN Portal within 30 days. The outgoing pharmacist's relief letter, incoming pharmacist's appointment letter, educational credentials, and residential proof must be uploaded. KOKJAGUAR Consultancy helps chemist shops execute swift, compliant pharmacist transitions across Pune. Learn about our pharmacy amendment services.

Required Documents for Pharmacist Change

• Resignation letter and formal relief certificate of the outgoing pharmacist.
• Appointment letter and formal acceptance letter of the incoming registered pharmacist.
• Original Maharashtra State Pharmacy Council (MSPC) Registration Certificate and renewal receipt.
• D.Pharm / B.Pharm Degree Certificate and Marksheets.
• Affidavit of the incoming pharmacist declaring full-time physical presence at the licensed premises.