Setting up a pharmaceutical manufacturing plant requires precise planning, infrastructure, compliance with regulatory norms, and a clear understanding of market demands. We offer end-to-end guidance for establishing plants for Liquid Orals, Tablets, Capsules, Eye/Ear Drops, and Injectables.
Tablets
Capsules
Liquid Syrups/Suspensions
Eye/Ear/Nasal Drops
Injectable (Dry & Liquid)
Production Capacity Estimated Area Required Estimated Project Cost (INR) Suitable for
10,000 Units/Day 3,000 – 5,000 sq. ft. ₹1.5 – ₹2.5 Crores Small-scale/Startups
50,000 Units/Day 7,000 – 10,000 sq. ft. ₹4 – ₹6 Crores Mid-scale Units
100,000 Units/Day 12,000 – 20,000 sq. ft. ₹8 – ₹12 Crores Large-scale Plants
200,000 Units/Day 25,000+ sq. ft. ₹15+ Crores Export-oriented/Contract Manufacturing
💡 The cost includes civil work, HVAC, water systems, cleanroom setup, plant machinery, and validation costs.
Compression Machine
Coating Machine
Granulator
Blender
Tablet Press
Dust Extractor
Capsule Filling Machine
Capsule Polisher
Capsule Inspection Belt
Syrup Manufacturing Tank
Liquid Filling Line
Cap Sealing Machine
Bottle Washing Machine
Labeling Machine
Sterile Manufacturing Vessels
Drop Filling Machine (ASEPTIC)
Autoclave
Air Handling Unit (AHU)
Vial Washing Machine
Sterilization Tunnel
Filling & Sealing Machine
Laminar Airflow Unit
Water for Injection (WFI) System
Clean Room Equipment
Section Minimum Area Requirement
General Manufacturing 1,000 – 5,000 sq. ft.
Liquid Section 800 – 2,000 sq. ft.
Tablets/Capsules 2,000 – 5,000 sq. ft.
Injectable Section 3,000 – 10,000 sq. ft.
Drops Section 500 – 1,200 sq. ft.
QC & Micro Labs 800 – 1,500 sq. ft.
Warehouse & Storage 2,000+ sq. ft.
Admin/Utilities 1,000+ sq. ft.
Setting up a pharmaceutical manufacturing plant in India or abroad requires several mandatory approvals and licenses:
Drug Manufacturing License (Form 25 & 28) – from State Drug Control Authority.
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Certification – Schedule M compliance.
WHO-GMP Certification (if required for export).
Pollution Control Board Clearance.
Factory License.
Fire & Safety Clearance.
NOC from Municipal Authorities.
FSSAI License (if applicable for neutraceuticals).
Environmental Clearance – especially for effluent generation.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) Registration (for injectables or large-scale plants).
ISO Certification (optional but beneficial for credibility).
✅ Custom-built facility design & layout
✅ HVAC & Water systems as per cGMP
✅ Utility planning (compressors, boilers, chillers)
✅ SOP & QA/QC documentation support
✅ Compliance consulting (WHO, USFDA, EU GMP readiness)
Our experts can guide you through every step — from feasibility to licensing to plant commissioning. Get in touch to receive a customized project plan & quote based on your requirements.