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FSSAI Food License (Registration / State / Central)

Mandatory food safety license for any business involved in food manufacturing, processing, storage, distribution, or sale.

Department: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)Processing: 7-30 working days
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About this License

FSSAI License is mandatory for all food business operators (FBOs) under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. Three types: 1) FSSAI Registration (turnover up to ₹12 lakh/year) - basic registration, 2) State License (turnover ₹12 lakh to ₹20 crore) - issued by state authorities, 3) Central License (turnover above ₹20 crore or specific categories) - issued by FSSAI directly. The license displays the FSSAI logo and license number, which must appear on all food products.

Application Process

Determine the type of license needed (Registration / State / Central) → Fill online application on FSSAI FoSCoS portal → Upload required documents → Pay the prescribed fee → Site inspection by designated officer (for State/Central license) → License/Registration certificate issued

1

Determine License Type

Based on turnover and business type, decide Registration, State, or Central license

2

Online Application

Apply on FoSCoS portal (foscos.fssai.gov.in)

3

Upload Documents

Upload all required documents and product list

4

Pay Fee

Pay applicable fee based on license type and validity period

5

Inspection

Designated Officer may inspect premises (for State/Central)

6

Receive License

License/Registration certificate issued with 14-digit FSSAI number

Eligibility Criteria

  • 1Any food business operator (FBO) in India
  • 2Turnover determines type: Registration (≤ ₹12L), State (₹12L-₹20Cr), Central (>₹20Cr)
  • 3Certain categories mandate central license regardless of turnover (e.g., milk units, vegetable oil, slaughterhouses)
  • 4Must have premises compliant with FSSAI standards

Documents Required

PAN Card of business entity
Aadhaar Card of proprietor/partners/directors
Passport-size photographs
Business address proof (rent agreement/ownership + utility bill)
List of food products to be manufactured/dealt with
Form B (for license) / Form A (for registration)
Supporting documents as per FSSAI guidelines

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who needs an FSSAI license?
A: All food business operators including manufacturers, processors, distributors, sellers, and importers.
Q: What is the fee for FSSAI Registration?
A: ₹100 per year for basic registration (turnover up to ₹12 lakh).
Q: How long is FSSAI license valid?
A: Validity can be chosen from 1 to 5 years. Renewal must be done before expiry.

Quick Information

Estimated Cost
₹100 (registration) - ₹7,500 (central license per year)
Processing Time
7-30 working days
Validity
1 to 5 years as per application
Renewal
1-5 years (applicant's choice)
Level
central
Department
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)

Fee Structure

FSSAI Registration (up to ₹12L turnover)₹100 (annual)
FSSAI State License₹2,000 - ₹5,000 (annual)
FSSAI Central License₹7,500 (annual)

Categories

Food & DrugHealth & Safety

Important Links

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Tags

#FSSAI#food-license#food-safety#FoSCoS#fbo-registration
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