Pharmacy Council of India Mandates Aadhaar-Based Attendance System for Staff
The AEBAS implementation aims to enhance transparency and accountability in attendance monitoring for pharmacy institutions’ staff. This initiative comes into effect for the upcoming academic session, and further guidelines are expected from the PCI.
PCI Opens Portal for Pharmacy Institution Approvals for 2025-26 Academic Session
Pharmacy institutions can now submit their applications for approval for the upcoming academic year. The PCI has also released a revised Annexure E to its circular dated January 15, 2025.
PCI Addresses Duplicate PAN/Aadhar Error In DIGI-PHARMed Portal Registration
Pharmacists facing registration problems due to the “PAN CARD/Aadhar Already Exists” error can submit their details through a Google Form. A downloadable declaration form (Annexure 1) needs to be completed and submitted through the pharmacist’s institution on official letterhead. This declaration should be accompanied by the pharmacist’s latest self-attested documents.
Pharmacy Council of India Updates Contact Information
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has notified all stakeholders of an update to their communication address and contact numbers. All future correspondence with the PCI should be directed to their new address
Pharmacy Council Blacklists Pharmacists for Fake Profiles on DIGI-PHARMed Portal
The Pharmacy Council has taken strict action against registered pharmacists found to have created fake or misleading profiles on the DIGI-PHARMed Portal. Following an analysis of profile data, the Council discovered several discrepancies, leading to the blacklisting of numerous individuals. This circular was issued December 27, 2024.
Pharmacy Council of India Announces Action Steps for Disbursing Pradhan Mantri Scholarship for Pharmacy PG Studies (PMSPPS)
Each institution must appoint two nodal officers. One will act as the “maker” with authorization from the Principal/Head of the Institution. The other will serve as the “checker”, typically the Principal themselves. Institutions must also fill out the online form for nodal officer details and submit all necessary documents by November 29, 2024.
Pharmacists and Institutions Required to Verify Profiles for Integration with National Healthcare System
All registered pharmacists must verify their profiles on the DIGI-PHARMed portal using their ABHA number by January 4, 2025. Non-compliance will result in profile deactivation. Pharmacy institutions are responsible for ensuring their faculty have ABHA-verified profiles on DIGI-PHARMed. Starting from the 2025-2026 academic session, only ABHA-verified faculty profiles will be considered for Self-Inspection Form (SIF) applications.
PCI Launches Online Certificate Course On Rational Use of Medicines and Life Sciences Sector Skill Development Council
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has announced two new options for registered pharmacists to fulfill their Continuing Education Program (CEP) requirements for license renewal. The PCI has launched an online course on rational medicine use for pharmacists. Additionally, the PCI is also offering an upskilling and certification program funded by the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY 4.0).
Pharmacy Council of India Releases User Guides for ABC ID Creation
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has released step-by-step user guides for creating ABC IDs for students and academic institutions. The user guides outline the process of creating ABC IDs using various channels, providing flexibility for users. Separate guides are available for students and academic institutions, tailored to their specific needs.
Pharmacy Institutions To Celebrate Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) Day
The Indian Drug Manufacturers Association (IDMA) is commemorating October 10th, 2024, as Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) Day. The PCI has urged all pharmacy institutions to participate in cGMP Day by conducting at least one-hour programs on the topic. Pharmacy institutions are requested to submit photos of their cGMP Day activities to IDMA.
