Job Title: PCI HPR Registration 2026 for Pharmacists: New Mandatory Update, Last Date, Eligibility, Process, Documents & Complete Details Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) New Update 2026

PCI HPR Registration 2026 for Pharmacists: New Mandatory Update, Last Date, Eligibility, Process, Documents & Complete Details Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) New Update 2026 The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has issued an important new update for pharmacists regarding the Health Professional Registry (HPR) integration with the PRTS/DIGI-PHARMed Portal. PCI has integrated the pharmacist registration database with the Health Professional Registry (HPR) under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) in collaboration with the National Health Authority (NHA). The HPR integration has gone live from 12 August 2026. According to the PCI circular, existing pharmacists registered on the DIGI-PHARMed portal with a valid BH-P Number are required to complete and validate their HPR profile within the prescribed deadline. 🔴 What Is the New PCI HPR Registration? HPR stands for Health Professional Registry. It is a national digital registry designed to maintain standardized and digitally verifiable information about healthcare professionals. Under the new PCI initiative, pharmacists are being integrated into the HPR system along with other healthcare professionals. PCI is connecting the existing pharmacist database available through the PRTS/DIGI-PHARMed Portal with the HPR system of the National Health Authority. This will create a more standardized digital professional record for registered pharmacists. 🎯 Why Is HPR Registration Required for Pharmacists? The main purpose of this integration is to: • Digitally verify pharmacist credentials • Maintain accurate pharmacist registration records • Reduce duplicate and incorrect registration data • Standardize professional and educational information • Connect pharmacist records with India's digital healthcare ecosystem • Make professional verification easier • Create a digitally verifiable identity for healthcare professionals After the pharmacist submits the required information, the profile is forwarded to the concerned State Pharmacy Council for verification. Once the State Pharmacy Council approves the profile, the HPR profile/card can be generated. 🚨 Is HPR Registration Mandatory? For Existing Registered Pharmacists Yes. Existing pharmacists who are already registered on the DIGI-PHARMed Portal with a valid BH-P Number are required to update their profile, complete the required information and complete the HPR registration/validation process within the prescribed timeline. PCI has stated that existing users must complete and validate their HPR profile within 15 days from the date of issuance of the circular. For New Pharmacists HPR profile generation has been made mandatory for new users/profiles registered through the PRTS/DIGI-PHARMed Portal or NHA Portal, wherever applicable, from the Go-Live date of 12 August 2026. 📅 PCI HPR Registration Last Date 2026 Existing DIGI-PHARMed Registered Pharmacists Circular Date: 13 August 2026 Time Allowed: 15 days Last Date: 28 August 2026 Pharmacists should complete the process as early as possible rather than waiting for the final date. New Users For new users, HPR profile generation is mandatory from 12 August 2026, the official Go-Live date. 💰 Is PCI HPR Registration Free? The official PCI user manual does not show a separate payment step or fee for the HPR registration process. Therefore, pharmacists should be careful about anyone asking for an unofficial payment for HPR registration. Important: This HPR process should not be confused with State Pharmacy Council registration/renewal fees. State Pharmacy Council registration, renewal or transfer may involve fees according to the respective State Pharmacy Council. PCI itself clarifies that pharmacist registration, renewal and transfer are handled by the State Pharmacy Councils, not directly by PCI. 👨‍⚕️ Who Needs to Complete HPR Registration? The new process is applicable to: ✅ Existing pharmacists registered on the DIGI-PHARMed/PRTS Portal with a valid BH-P Number ✅ New pharmacist users/profiles being registered through the PRTS/DIGI-PHARMed or applicable NHA system The pharmacist's professional, educational and registration information must be correctly updated and verified. 🎓 Qualification / Eligibility The HPR process is for pharmacists who have the required pharmacist registration/records under the applicable system. PCI's FAQ states that pharmacist registration is handled by State Pharmacy Councils and that approved pharmacy qualifications include: • D.Pharm • B.Pharm • Pharm.D from institutions/qualifications approved under the applicable provisions of the Pharmacy Act. Important: HPR registration does not replace your State Pharmacy Council registration. 🖥️ Where to Complete the Registration? The PCI user manual directs pharmacists to the official DIGI-PHARMed Portal: Official Portal: https://digipharmed.pci.gov.in/ The official PCI manual states that pharmacists can process the registration through the NHA as well as DIGI-PHARMed system. 📝 How to Complete PCI HPR Registration? Step 1: Visit the Official DIGI-PHARMed Portal Open the official PCI DIGI-PHARMed portal and select the pharmacist registration/login option. Step 2: Enter Pharmacist Details For registration, the system requires information including: • Valid mobile number • State Pharmacy Council registration number • Other required registration details The system checks the information against the State Pharmacy Council records. Step 3: Aadhaar Verification If required, proceed with Aadhaar verification. The mobile number linked with Aadhaar should be active because OTP verification is required. Step 4: Complete Registration Enter the required details and submit the registration. After successful registration, the system provides the username, which can also be communicated through SMS. Step 5: Login to Your Profile Login using the provided credentials and open your pharmacist profile. Step 6: Update Educational & Professional Details Complete/update the required information relating to: • Educational qualification • Pharmacy registration • Current employment/work details • Other mandatory professional information Step 7: Upload Required Documents Upload the documents requested by the portal. The information and documents related to qualification, registration and current work details must be accurate. Step 8: Submit the Profile After submitting the profile, the status may show as SPC Pending. The profile is then sent to the concerned State Pharmacy Council for scrutiny/verification. Step 9: State Pharmacy Council Verification The State Pharmacy Council reviews the submitted information. After approval, the HPR profile/card is generated as per the system process. 📄 Documents / Information to Keep Ready Pharmacists should keep the following information/documents ready, wherever applicable: • Aadhaar details • Aadhaar-linked mobile number • State Pharmacy Council Registration Number • Pharmacist Registration Certificate • D.Pharm/B.Pharm/Pharm.D qualification details • Educational documents • Current employment/work details • Required supporting documents • Mobile number and email ID The exact documents requested may depend on the profile and portal requirements. 🔐 What Is the Role of Aadhaar? Aadhaar is used for identity verification in the registration process. The PCI user manual states that when required, pharmacists are redirected for Aadhaar verification and must use an Aadhaar-registered mobile number for OTP authentication. Therefore, pharmacists should ensure that their Aadhaar-linked mobile number is active before starting the process. 🪪 What Is HPR Card? The HPR Card is the digital professional identity generated after the pharmacist's HPR profile is successfully processed and approved. The submitted profile is scrutinized by the concerned State Pharmacy Council. After approval, the HPR card/profile can be generated through the system. ⚠️ What Happens If You Do Not Complete the Process? PCI has instructed existing DIGI-PHARMed users to complete and validate their HPR profile within the prescribed 15-day period. The circular indicates that failure to complete the required process within the stipulated period can lead to deactivation of the profile. Therefore, eligible pharmacists should complete the process before the deadline. ❗ Important Difference: HPR Registration vs State Pharmacy Registration Many pharmacists may confuse these two processes. State Pharmacy Council Registration This is the statutory pharmacist registration that allows a qualified person to be registered as a pharmacist. It is handled by the respective State Pharmacy Council. HPR Registration HPR is the new digital integration of pharmacist information with the Health Professional Registry under ABDM/NHA. It does not replace the State Pharmacy Council registration. A pharmacist should maintain a valid State Pharmacy Council registration and also complete the applicable HPR/DIGI-PHARMed process. 🔥 Important Dates at a Glance Particular Details Authority Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) HPR Authority National Health Authority (NHA) Registry Health Professional Registry (HPR) Platform PRTS / DIGI-PHARMed Go-Live Date 12 August 2026 Circular Date 13 August 2026 Existing User Deadline 28 August 2026 Time for Existing Users 15 Days New Users HPR mandatory from Go-Live Verification Authority Concerned State Pharmacy Council Aadhaar Verification Required as applicable HPR Registration Fee No separate fee/payment step specified in the official PCI manual State Registration Still handled by State Pharmacy Council ⚠️ Important: Do Not Confuse This With PCI College Registration This latest update is for the HPR integration of pharmacists. It is not the same as PCI approval/registration of pharmacy colleges or institutions. It is also not the same as renewing your State Pharmacy Council registration. ❓ Frequently Asked Questions 1. Is HPR registration mandatory for pharmacists? For existing DIGI-PHARMed registered pharmacists covered by the PCI circular, completion and validation of the HPR profile is required within the prescribed timeline. For new users, HPR profile generation is mandatory from 12 August 2026. 2. What is the last date for existing pharmacists? Existing users have 15 days from the 13 August 2026 circular date, making the deadline 28 August 2026. 3. Is HPR registration the same as State Pharmacy Council registration? No. State Pharmacy Council registration remains the statutory pharmacist registration process. HPR is the digital professional registry integration. 4. Is HPR registration free? The official PCI user manual does not list a separate HPR registration payment/fee. Pharmacists should not pay unofficial charges to anyone. 5. Do freshers need HPR registration? New users/profiles being registered through the PRTS/DIGI-PHARMed or applicable NHA system are required to generate an HPR profile from the Go-Live date. 6. Do existing pharmacists need to register again? Existing DIGI-PHARMed users with valid BH-P Numbers need to log in, update/verify their information and complete the HPR profile generation and validation process. 7. What if my registration details are incorrect? Check and correct the information through the available portal process. If the information is linked to State Pharmacy Council records and cannot be edited, contact the concerned State Pharmacy Council. 8. Who verifies the HPR profile? The submitted pharmacist profile is scrutinized/verified by the concerned State Pharmacy Council. 9. Is Aadhaar required? Aadhaar verification is part of the registration workflow described in the PCI user manual. Pharmacists should keep their Aadhaar-linked mobile number active for OTP verification. 10. Where should pharmacists complete the process? Use the official PCI DIGI-PHARMed portal: https://digipharmed.pci.gov.in/ 🚨 FINAL REMINDER FOR ALL PHARMACISTS If you are already registered on the PCI DIGI-PHARMed/PRTS Portal and have a valid BH-P Number, do not ignore this update. Complete your: ✅ Profile Update ✅ Professional Details ✅ Educational Details ✅ Registration Details ✅ Required Documents ✅ Aadhaar/e-KYC Verification, wherever applicable ✅ HPR Profile Generation ✅ Final Validation Deadline for existing users: 28 August 2026 New users must complete HPR profile generation as part of the applicable registration process from 12 August 2026. Always use the official PCI portal and do not share your OTP, password or login credentials with anyone. Official Sources Pharmacy Council of India (PCI): https://www.pci.gov.in/ Official DIGI-PHARMed Portal: https://digipharmed.pci.gov.in/ PCI Go-Live Circular – NHA HPR DIGI-PHARMed Portal: https://pci.gov.in/en/blog/user-manual-for-the-nha-hpr-digi-pharmed-portal/ PCI Official User Manual – Pharmacists Registration Process: https://pci.gov.in/media/documents/ilovepdf_merged_4.pdf Disclaimer This information is prepared for educational and informational purposes based on the latest PCI communication and official user manual available at the time of publication. Pharmacists should verify the latest instructions, deadline and portal status on the official Pharmacy Council of India and concerned State Pharmacy Council websites before completing the process. RxWallah is not responsible for any changes made by PCI/NHA/State Pharmacy Councils after publication.