Overview
FSSAI Act, 2006FSSAI Registration/License is mandated under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 for all food business operators (FBOs) in India. It ensures compliance with food safety standards, enables legal operation, and builds consumer trust. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issues three types of authorizations based on business scale: Basic Registration (small businesses), State License (medium businesses), and Central License (large/export businesses). Applications are filed via the FoSCoS portal. We handle end-to-end registration including eligibility assessment, document preparation, portal filing, inspection coordination, and license delivery.
All License Types
Basic Registration, State License, Central License, Importer License
FoSCoS Portal Expertise
Accurate form filling & document upload to avoid rejection
Inspection Support
Pre-inspection checklist & officer coordination for smooth approval
Eligibility Criteria
FSSAI Basic Registration
For small food businesses with turnover ≤ ₹12 lakhs
Validity: 1-5 years (renewable)
FSSAI State License
For medium businesses with turnover ₹12 lakhs - ₹20 crores
Validity: 1-5 years (renewable)
FSSAI Central License
For large businesses, exporters, or multi-state operations
Validity: 1-5 years (renewable)
FSSAI Registration for Importers
For businesses importing food products into India
Validity: 1-5 years (renewable)
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Required Documents
PAN Card of Business/Proprietor
Mandatory for identity verification in FSSAI application
Proof of Business Address
Electricity bill, rent agreement + NOC, or property tax receipt
Food Safety Management Plan
Basic plan for hygiene, storage & handling practices (for State/Central License)
List of Food Products
Detailed list of food categories to be manufactured/sold
Form IX - Nomination of Partners
For partnership firms; declaration of authorized signatory
NOC from Municipality/Panchayat
Required for manufacturing units; not needed for traders/retailers
Pro tip: Ensure your food product list matches FSSAI categories exactly — mismatched descriptions cause common rejection reasons.
FSSAI Registration Process
~7-30 days (based on license type)Eligibility & License Type Assessment
1 dayEvaluate turnover, business type & operational scope to determine license category
Document Preparation & Application Drafting
2-3 daysPrepare required documents & draft Form A/B with business details
Portal Submission & Fee Payment
1 daySubmit application on FoSCoS portal with applicable license fee
Inspection Coordination & License Issuance
7-30 daysCoordinate with FSSAI officer for inspection (if required); receive license certificate
Why Get FSSAI License?
Operate legally while building consumer trust and accessing wider market opportunities.
Legal Compliance
Avoid penalties up to ₹5 lakhs + imprisonment for unlicensed food business
Consumer Trust
FSSAI logo on packaging enhances credibility & purchase confidence
Market Access
Mandatory for listing on e-commerce platforms, retail chains & exports
Business Growth
License enables expansion to new locations, product lines & partnerships
Frequently Asked Questions
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