Maharashtra State Pharmacy Council

History & Constitution

Maharashtra State Pharmacy Council (MSPC) is a statutory body constituted by the Government of Maharashtra under the provisions of the Pharmacy Act 1948. It consists of 6 members elected by Registered Pharmacists, five members nominated by Government of Maharashtra, one member elected by Maharashtra Medical Council, and three Ex-Officio Members. Functioning is as per Pharmacy Act 1948 and Maharashtra State Pharmacy Council Rules 1969. MSPC came into existence on 1.09.1964.

Registration Function

The prime function of MSPC is to grant registration to eligible applicants per section 32(2) of the Pharmacy Act and enforce its provisions. Currently, over 3.8 lakh registered pharmacists. Maharashtra has 400+ D.Pharm, 200+ B.Pharm, and Pharm.D colleges approved by PCI. Applicants register via online portal.

Office & Online Services

MSPC office is at Mulund West, Mumbai. Website: www.mspcindia.org. Online registration, renewal, document upload, fee payment. SMS/email notifications. Computerized records, search functionality. Security-featured certificates with photo/signature.

Pharmacist's Professional Profile (PPP)

Council issues Pharmacist's Professional Profile (PPP) as smart card with QR CODE to registered pharmacists.

Drug Information Centre (DIC)

First DIC in West Zone. Completed WHO projects. Provides authentic, unbiased drug information.

Education & Development

Refresher & Patient Counselling courses (online available). Content by pharmacy experts. COVID-19 webinars. E-newsletters on diseases/drugs.