Skip to Content

AYUSH Manufacturing License: Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani Guide

Licensing traditional medicine manufacturing under the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules.
23 September 2026 by
AYUSH Manufacturing License: Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani Guide
Gaurav Kumar
Licenses — FSSAI, Drug & MedicalComplete Guide3 min read
The short answer

Manufacturing Ayurveda, Siddha or Unani medicines requires a licence from the State Licensing Authority (AYUSH) under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules, 1945. Applicants need a factory complying with Good Manufacturing Practices under Schedule T, qualified technical staff, quality control arrangements, and product formulations based on authoritative texts or approved as patent and proprietary medicines.

AuthorityState Licensing Authority (AYUSH)
GMPSchedule T
StaffQualified technical persons
LawDrugs and Cosmetics Act and Rules

Who needs it

  • Manufacturers of classical and proprietary ASU medicines
  • Loan licensees using another's facility

Requirements

  • Schedule T compliant premises
  • Machinery and quality control lab or tie-up
  • Technical staff with prescribed qualifications
  • Product list with references

Process

  1. Apply online to the state AYUSH licensing authority.
  2. Submit plans, staff and product details.
  3. Inspection of premises.
  4. Grant of licence.

Short on time? Leegal can handle Ayush License for you, end to end.

Get expert help →

After licensing

Follow labelling rules, maintain batch records and renew or retain the licence as required.

Frequently asked questions

Can AYUSH products be sold without a licence?

No. Manufacturing ASU drugs without a licence is prohibited.

Is FSSAI needed for ayurvedic food products?

Products marketed as food, such as ayurveda aahara, fall under FSSAI rules.

What is a loan licence?

A licence allowing manufacture at another licensed facility.

Is export possible?

Yes, with applicable export documentation and destination approvals.

Let Leegal handle your Ayush License

Documentation, filing and follow-up by a dedicated expert, so you can focus on running your business.

  • Dedicated point of contact
  • Transparent pricing
  • Pan-India service
Start nowCall +91 95721 91163

Keep reading

Wholesale Drug License: Requirements and Process
Licensing pharma distributors and stockists.