SUGAM Portal

In 2014, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) launched a transformative e-Governance initiative in collaboration with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC) to automate its processes. This initiative, driven by SUGAM, has revolutionized the Indian pharmaceutical sector, promoting transparency, simplicity, and accountability. As a project of national significance, SUGAM has played a pivotal role in shaping India's healthcare landscape. By October 2024, SUGAM has registered over 31,000 users, processed more than 419,000 applications, and issued 356,000 approvals. Beyond pharmaceuticals, it has strengthened regulatory oversight, improved compliance, and supported informed decision-making, fostering industry growth.

Use Cases

• Simplification: Streamlined processes to reduce complexity.
• Transparency: Increased visibility and accountability.
• Reliability: Enhanced data integrity and accuracy.
• Timeliness: Accelerated processing and approval times.
• Ease of Business: Simplified interactions among stakeholders.

Salient Features

• Online Submissions: Allows stakeholders to submit applications for approvals related to drugs, clinical trials, medical devices, vaccines, cosmetics, and ethics committees.
• Database Management: Develops and manages a comprehensive database of approved drugs, manufacturers, formulations, retailers, and wholesalers in India.
• Record Digitization: Fully digitizes historical CDSCO records, enabling searchable full-text and metadata.
• License Consolidation: Consolidates and publishes data on licenses issued by state Food & Drug Administration offices.