Regulatory Affairs

Regulatory Process: CDSCO

  • Based on the molecule, type of the application will be decided (Subsequent New Drug or Global Clinical Trial)
  • Application will be reviewed by drug inspector in first 4 week and prepare summary for expert review
  • Subject Expert Committee (SEC) meeting
  • Changes in the Regulatory Process since 2013 has resulted in reduced timelines for granting approvals

SEC Meeting Overview

  • Submission of application to SEC members by CDSCO along with the summary, and confirmation of adequacy for further review of the application
  • SEC members to review and provide feedback in prescribed template in writing through email to CDSCO
  • SEC members feedback (in case of queries / clarification / modifications / suggestions) compiled and shared with applicant by CDSCO
  • Applicants to respond to SEC members comments
    Presentation to SEC by applicant in post response by applicant (if a response is applicable)
  • Applicant response accepted by SEC/CDSCO or if applicants response need further deliberation response put up in immediate next SEC meeting
  • Publication of SEC Recommendation on CDSCO website within 3 working days after finalization of minutes
  • If accepted by SEC / CDSCO issue of permission by CDSCO