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Get your FSSAI food license quickly and hassle-free. Our expert team guides you through documentation, application, and compliance for all food businesses.
FSSAI Registration (commonly called Food License) is your official permission from the government to run any food-related business in India. Think of it as your business's "health certificate" - it proves your food is safe for customers to eat.
Whether you're making, packing, storing, transporting, or selling food - you need this license. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) gives this approval to ensure all food businesses follow proper hygiene and quality rules.
Choose the right license based on your business size and turnover:
For: Small food businesses
Turnover: Below ₹12 lakh/year
Examples: Home kitchen, small food stall, petty retailer
License No: Starts with '1' (14-digit number)
For: Medium food businesses
Turnover: ₹12 lakh to ₹20 crore/year
Examples: Restaurants, small manufacturers, distributors
License No: Starts with '2'
For: Large food businesses
Turnover: Above ₹20 crore/year
Examples: Large manufacturers, importers, exporters
License No: Starts with '1'
Some businesses need Central License regardless of turnover: Importers/Exporters, E-commerce food platforms, Railways/Airports catering, and businesses operating in multiple states.
Operate without fear of fines or shutdowns. Your license proves you follow all food safety laws.
Customers trust licensed food businesses more. They feel safe eating your food.
You follow proper hygiene standards, so your food quality stays high.
Big retailers, hotels, and distributors prefer working with licensed businesses.
Need to export food? FSSAI license is your first step for international sales.
Government contracts, tenders, and partnerships require FSSAI license.
Up to ₹5 lakhs penalty
6 months imprisonment possible
Authorities can seal your business
Go to foscos.fssai.gov.in - This is the official FSSAI website. Create your account with mobile and email.
Select Form A (Basic), Form B (State), or Form C (Central) based on your business size.
Enter business details accurately. Upload all required documents in PDF/JPEG format.
Pay the license fee through net banking, credit/debit card. Save payment receipt.
FSSAI officer may visit your premises to check hygiene and safety standards.
If approved, download your FSSAI certificate from portal. It comes via email too.
7-15 Days
15-30 Days
30-45 Days
Add 7-10 Days
Application is usually approved/rejected within 7 days of submission
| License Type | Fee Per Year |
|---|---|
| Basic Registration | ₹100 (for 5 years) |
| State License - Small | ₹2,000 |
| State License - Medium | ₹3,000 |
| State License - Large | ₹5,000 |
| Central License - Manufacturer | ₹7,500 |
| Central License - Large Mfg. | ₹15,000 |
| Central License - Importer | ₹10,000 |
Note: You can apply for 1 to 5 years validity. Multiply yearly fee by number of years.
Fine up to ₹5 lakhs + Possible imprisonment up to 6 months
Fine up to ₹10 lakhs + Product seizure
License cancellation + Legal action
Improvement notice first → If ignored → Business closure
Severe penalties + Criminal case + Business sealing
₹500 - ₹2,000
₹1,000 - ₹5,000
₹499 - ₹7,899
60 Days
before expiry
Within 30 Days
after expiry (with penalty)
Fresh Application
needed (like new)
Operating with expired FSSAI license = Operating without license = Same penalties apply (fines up to ₹5 lakhs + possible imprisonment).
Visible to customers
License number + logo
For restaurants/caterers
Example: 10021012000001
1 = Basic/Central
State Code (02 = Punjab)
Year of registration
Unique business ID
Food Safety Officers can inspect anytime. They check: Food quality, Hygiene standards, Storage conditions, Employee health certificates.
All packaged food must have: FSSAI logo & license number, Ingredients list, Nutritional information, Manufacturing/expiry dates, Veg/Non-veg symbol.
Food handlers must have: Medical fitness certificates, Regular health check-ups, Training in food safety, Proper hygiene practices.
You must inform FSSAI about: Change in business address, Change in ownership, New food categories, Expansion/reduction in operations.
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| Type | Applicability | Turnover Limit | Issuing Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Registration | Small businesses | Up to ₹12 lakh annually | State Authority |
| State License | Medium businesses | ₹12 lakh to ₹20 crore | State Authority |
| Central License | Large businesses | Above ₹20 crore | Central Authority |
| Parameter | FSSAI Registration | FSSAI License |
|---|---|---|
| Business Size | Small businesses | Medium to large businesses |
| Turnover | Up to ₹12 lakh per year | Above ₹12 lakh per year |
| Complexity | Simple process | More detailed process |
| Documents Required | Basic documents | Detailed documents |
| Fees | Nominal (approx. ₹100/year) | Higher (₹2,000-₹7,500/year) |
| Validity | 1 to 5 years | 1 to 5 years |
| Renewal | Required | Required |
| License Type | 1 Year | 2-5 Years |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Registration | ₹100 | Proportional (₹500 for 5 years) |
| State License | ₹2,000 - ₹5,000 | Proportional |
| Central License | ₹7,500 | Proportional (₹37,500 for 5 years) |
Our team understands FSSAI rules in detail and guides you on whether you need Basic Registration, State License, or Central License.
We assist in collecting, preparing, and verifying all required documents to ensure a smooth and error-free application.
Whether you run a restaurant, cloud kitchen, food manufacturing unit, or home-based food business, we provide solutions tailored to your needs.
We follow a streamlined process to help you get your FSSAI certificate quickly without unnecessary delays.
Our experts guide you on basic food safety and hygiene requirements as per FSSAI norms for your business size.
We provide timely renewal reminders and continued support so your FSSAI registration always remains valid and compliant.
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