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FSSAI
License & Registration

FSSAI registration is one of the most important registration required by every person involved in the food business. Every Food Business Operator (FBO) is mandatorily required to have an FSSAI registration to carry on their food business.

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Mandatory registration for all food businesses.

Overview of FSSAI Licence

What is Fssai and Fssai registration?

FSSAI registration is one of the most important registration required by every person involved in the food business, such as persons who wish to open a restaurant, bakery, hotel, cloud kitchen or food stall in India. Every Food Business Operator (FBO), such as entities or persons involved in manufacturing, preparation, selling, transportation, distribution and storage of food articles/products, are also mandatorily required to have an FSSAI registration to carry on their food business.

FSSAI stands for Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. It is an organisation that monitors and governs the entire food business in India. It is an autonomous body that is established under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.

The FSSAI has been established under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 (FSS Act) which is a consolidating statute related to food safety and regulation in India. It ensures the food products undergo quality checks thereby curtailing the food adulteration and sale of sub-standard products. It is responsible for the registering and licensing of the FBOs in India and it lays down the rules and regulations for running the food business in India.

FSSAI Registration :-

Every person (natural or artificial) involved in food business, such as manufacturing, processing, storage, distribution and sale of food products must compulsorily obtain FSSAI Registration or License.

FSSAI Registration is different from the FSSAI License depending on the size and nature of the business. FBOs should obtain the necessary registration or license depending on the size of their businesses.

FSSAI Registration is a 14-digit registration or a license number that is printed on all the food packages. The 14-digit registration number gives details about the assembling state and producer’s permit. This registration procedure is aimed to create more accountability on the FBO to maintain the quality of the food products.

The licensing and registration procedure and requirements are regulated by Food Safety & Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Business) Regulations, 2011.

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Basic RegistrationFBOs having a turnover up to Rs. 1.5 Crore p.a must obtain FSSAI basic registration (Form A). (Petty Food business)
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State LicenseFBOs having a turnover between Rs. 1.5 Crore and Rs. 50 Crore p.a must obtain the FSSAI state license (Form B). (Medium Food business)
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Central LicenseFBOs having a turnover of more than Rs. 50 Crore p.a must obtain the FSSAI central license (Form B). (Large Food business)

Who Can Apply

Tailored solutions for every entity type.

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Petty Retailers & Stalls

Retail shops, snacks shops, bakeries, temporary or fixed stalls (chat, tea, juice), and hawkers.

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Manufacturers

Dairy units, oil processing, slaughtering houses, meat/fish processing, and proprietary food.

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Transporters & Distributors

Cold storage, food transporters (refrigerated vans, milk tankers), wholesalers, and marketers.

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Eateries & E-commerce

Hotels, restaurants, bars, canteens, caterers, importers/exporters, and cloud kitchens.

Key Benefits

Strategic advantages for your business lifecycle.

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Legal Benefits & Compliance

Obtaining a license provides legal benefits, helps regulate manufacture, storage, distribution, and sale, and prevents non-compliance penalties.

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Builds Goodwill & Consumer Awareness

The FSSAI logo ensures food quality to customers, creates consumer awareness, and builds immense goodwill.

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Business Expansion

Assists in business expansion and provides the foundation to open multiple outlets.

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Funding & Investors

It is easy to obtain funds from investors and secure business loans when an FBO has FSSAI registration.

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Food Safety Standards

The 14-digit FSSAI number displayed indicates the premises strictly comply with hygiene and quality standards.

Our Precision Process

Online Application

FBOs fill and submit Form A or Form B online on the FoSCoS portal (or offline) with required documents.

Scrutiny

The Department scrutinises the submitted documents within 7 days. Application can be accepted or rejected/reverted.

Inspection

The Department may conduct an inspection of the food premises before granting the certificate.

Certificate Issuance

If satisfied, the FSSAI registration certificate with number and photo is issued and can be downloaded.

Frequently Asked Questions

• FSSAI Basic Registration – Fee of Rs.100 • FSSAI State License – Fee between Rs.2,000 to Rs.5,000 (Depends on the type of business carried out) • FSSAI Central License – Fee of Rs.7,500 Fee = Annual fee × Number of years Type of License Breakdown (1 to 5 Years): • All Basic FSSAI Registrations: Rs.100 | Rs.200 | Rs.300 | Rs.400 | Rs.500 • State License (Except Manufacturers / Processors): Rs.2,000 | Rs.4,000 | Rs.6,000 | Rs.8,000 | Rs.10,000 • State License for Manufacturers / Processors (up to 1 MT production capacity): Rs.3,000 | Rs.6,000 | Rs.9,000 | Rs.12,000 | Rs.15,000 • State License for Manufacturers / Processors (up to 2 MT production capacity): Rs.5,000 | Rs.10,000 | Rs.15,000 | Rs.20,000 | Rs.25,000 • All Central License FBOs (+ 18% GST): Rs.7,500 | Rs.15,000 | Rs.22,500 | Rs.30,000 | Rs.37,500 Important Notes: • Fees are per annum and multiplied by the number of years selected. • Maximum validity allowed: 5 years. • Central License is mandatory for: Importers & Exporters, Large manufacturers, Multi-state operators. • Production capacity criteria apply only to manufacturers/processors. ✅ Usage Tip: Choosing a 5-year license reduces renewal hassle and is cost-effective in the long run.

Required for petty food businesses (Turnover up to Rs. 1.5 Crore p.a.) Capacities: • Food production (other than milk and meat): Up to 100 kg/ltr per day • Procurement, handling and collection of milk: Up to 500 ltr per day • Slaughtering: 2 large animals or 10 small animals or 50 poultry birds per day or less • Transportation: Single vehicle • Vending machine: Up to 12 vending machines in only one state/UT

Required for medium-sized businesses (Turnover Rs. 1.5 Crore to Rs. 50 Crore p.a.) Capacities: • Food production (other than milk and meat): 1 MT to 2MT per day • Procurement, handling and collection of milk: 501 to 50,000 ltr per day • Slaughtering: 3-50 large animals or 11-150 small animals or 51-1,000 poultry birds per day • Storage: Up to 10,000 MT • Transportation: Up to 100 vehicles • Hotel: One, Two, Three and Four star rating • Vending machine: Up to 100 vending machines in only one state/UT

Required for large food businesses (Turnover > Rs. 50 Crore p.a. or multi-state) Capacities: • Food production (other than milk and meat): More than 2MT per day • Procurement, handling and collection of milk: More than 50,000 ltr per day • Slaughtering: More than 50 large animals or more than 150 small animals or more than 1,000 poultry birds per day • Storage: More than 10,000 MT • Transportation: More than 100 vehicles • Hotel: Five star and above rating • Vending machine: More than 100 vending machines located in two or more states/UTs

For micro / very small businesses with annual turnover up to ₹1.5 crore. Documents typically required: • Photo Identity of authorised person • PAN Card • Declaration (Form A) • Proof of possession of premises • NOC from local body (if applicable) • Incorporation / Partnership deed (if applicable)

For annual turnover between ₹1.5 crore and ₹50 crore, or for repackers/relabelers irrespective of turnover. Documents typically required: • Completed & signed Form B • Blueprint / layout plan of processing / manufacturing unit (if applicable) • List of directors / partners / proprietor with photo ID • Details of machinery (for manufacturing / processing) • List of food categories to be manufactured (manufacturing units) • Authority letter / nomination (if an authorised person files) • Water analysis report (manufacturing units) • Proof of possession of premises (rent / ownership) • Partnership Deed / MOA / Incorporation Certificate • NOC & license copy from manufacturer (for relabelers / repackers) • Food Safety Management System plan & Recall Plan (if applicable) • Certificate from Ministry of Tourism (HRACC) – for hotels

For annual turnover > ₹50 crore or for businesses operating across states / at airports, seaports, central government establishments, import-export, etc. Documents typically required: • Completed & signed Form B • Blueprint / layout plan of processing / manufacturing unit • List of directors / partners / proprietor with photo ID • Details of machinery (manufacturing / processing units) • List of food categories to be manufactured • Authority letter on company letterhead nominating authorised person • Water analysis report (manufacturing units) • Proof of possession of premises • Partnership Deed / MOA / Incorporation Certificate • Copy of certificate under Coop Act (if applicable) • Food Safety Management System plan & Recall Plan (if applicable) • Declaration Form • Ministry of Commerce certificate for 100% EOU (if applicable) • Supporting documentary proof for turnover • NOC / PA document issued by FSSAI (where required) • IE Code document issued by DGFT (for exporters / importers)

Inspectors grade compliance as Compliance (C), Non-compliance (NC), Partial compliance (PC), or Not applicable/Not observed (NA). Failure to comply with the FSS Act, 2006 can result in license cancellation or penalties. Penalty fines include: • Food quality not in compliance with act: 2 Lakh (Petty manufacturer – 25,000/-) • Sub-standard food: 5 Lakh • Misbranded Food: 3 Lakh • Misleading advertisement or false description: 10 Lakh • Extraneous matter in food: 1 Lakh • Failure to comply with Food safety officer direction: 2 Lakh • Unhygienic processing or manufacture: 1 Lakh

• Process yet to be started: Process for issuing the license has not yet started. • Application reverted: Application processed but reverted back to applicant for necessary modification or clarification. Applicant needs to submit response within 30 days. • Application rejected: Authorities have rejected the application (usually if info is not submitted within 30 days of reverting). • Inspection: Application processed and premises/company is due for an inspection shortly. • Registration certificate issued: FSSAI has issued the certificate, available for download on FoSCoS.

Yes, cloud kitchens (dark/ghost kitchens) preparing food for delivery must obtain Basic, State, or Central License via FoSCoS depending on their annual turnover.

The business must apply for renewal 30 days prior to the expiry of the current license to ensure uninterrupted operations. Licenses are issued for a validity of 1 year to 5 years.

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