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What is FSSAI Registration?
FSSAI Registration is the food business registration issued under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. It helps identify a food business as a registered Food Business Operator and requires the business to follow applicable food safety, hygiene and quality standards.
A person or organisation involved in manufacturing, processing, preparing, packing, storing, transporting, distributing, supplying, selling or importing food may require an FSSAI Registration or Licence. The applicable category depends on factors such as annual turnover, production capacity, Kind of Business, food products, operational locations and import-export activities.
What is an FSSAI Licence?
An FSSAI Licence is generally required for food businesses that fall outside the scope of Basic Registration or carry out activities for which a State or Central Licence is specifically required. The licence contains a 14-digit FSSAI number linked to the approved food business premises, Kind of Business and food products.
The correct licence should be selected carefully. An incorrect business activity, food category, turnover range or production capacity may result in a clarification request, inspection requirement or application rejection.
Types of FSSAI Registration and Licence
Basic FSSAI Registration
Basic FSSAI Registration is generally suitable for smaller food businesses with annual turnover up to ₹1.5 crore, subject to the applicable Kind of Business and eligibility criteria.
Suitable businesses include:
- Small food retailers
- Home-based food businesses
- Tea and snack shops
- Small restaurants
- Petty food manufacturers
- Temporary food stalls
- Local food sellers
- Small distributors and suppliers
Turnover is not the only factor. Production capacity and category must also be checked.
State FSSAI Licence
A State FSSAI Licence is generally applicable to food businesses with annual turnover above ₹1.5 crore and up to ₹50 crore, unless the activity falls under a category requiring a Central Licence.
Suitable businesses include:
- Restaurants and cafés
- Hotels
- Cloud kitchens
- Caterers
- Food manufacturers
- Repackers and relabellers
- Wholesalers and distributors
- Warehouses and cold storage
- Food transporters
- Medium-sized food units
The application is processed by the concerned State or Union Territory Licensing Authority.
Central FSSAI Licence
A Central FSSAI Licence is generally required where annual turnover exceeds ₹50 crore or the food business falls under a category specifically regulated by the Central Licensing Authority.
Suitable categories include:
- Food importers
- E-commerce operators
- Merchant exporters
- Export-oriented manufacturers
- Multi-State Head Offices
- Airports or seaports outlets
- Large food manufacturers
- Nutraceutical and health supplements
- Proprietary food businesses
Special Kind of Business criteria can override general turnover limits.
Basic, State and Central FSSAI Licence Comparison
| Particulars | Basic Registration | State Licence | Central Licence |
|---|---|---|---|
| General turnover criteria | Up to ₹1.5 crore | Above ₹1.5 crore and up to ₹50 crore | Above ₹50 crore |
| Suitable for | Small food businesses | Medium-sized food businesses | Large or specifically regulated food businesses |
| Application form | Form A | Form B | Form B |
| Issuing authority | Registering Authority | State Licensing Authority | Central Licensing Authority |
| Food import | Not generally covered | Not generally covered | Central Licence generally required |
| E-commerce operator | Not generally covered | Not generally covered | Central Licence generally required |
| Multi-State Head Office | Not applicable | Not applicable | Central Licence generally required |
| Government fee | Generally ₹100 per year | Depends on the Kind of Business | Generally ₹7,500 per year |
| Inspection | May be conducted where required | Depending on activity and risk | Depending on activity and risk |
How to Choose the Correct FSSAI Licence
Annual Turnover
For many common food businesses, the general turnover limits are: up to ₹1.5 crore for Basic Registration, above ₹1.5 crore and up to ₹50 crore for State Licence, and above ₹50 crore for Central Licence.
Kind of Business
FoSCoS provides separate Kind of Business categories for manufacturers, restaurants, retailers, wholesalers, distributors, storage units, transporters, repackers, relabellers, importers, exporters and other food businesses.
Production Capacity
Manufacturing and processing units may be classified based on installed production capacity in addition to turnover.
Food Products
Food products must be selected under the appropriate food category and sub-category.
Business Location
A separate Registration or Licence may be required for each food business premises.
Number of States
A food business operating in more than one State may require a Central Licence for its Head Office and separate registrations or licences for individual units.
Import and Export Activity
Food importers and certain exporters generally require a Central FSSAI Licence.
Special Food Categories
Nutraceuticals, health supplements, proprietary foods, non-specified foods and certain specially regulated products may have separate Central Licence requirements.
Who Needs FSSAI Registration?
FSSAI Registration or Licence may be required by businesses engaged in any stage of the food supply chain.
Documents Required for FSSAI Registration
The exact document requirement depends on the legal structure, food activity, food products, premises, production capacity and licence category.
Documents for Basic FSSAI Registration
- Passport-size photograph of the applicant
- PAN card
- Aadhaar card or other government identity proof
- Mobile number and email address
- Business address proof
- Electricity bill
- Rent agreement or ownership proof, where applicable
- Business name and activity details
- List of food products
- Declaration in the prescribed format
- Trade licence or local authority document, where applicable
Documents for State FSSAI Licence
- PAN and identity proof of the proprietor, partners or directors
- Partnership deed, LLP agreement or incorporation certificate
- Memorandum and Articles of Association, where applicable
- List of partners or directors
- Authorisation letter or Form IX
- Board Resolution, where applicable
- Proof of possession of the business premises
- Rent agreement or ownership document
- Recent electricity bill
- Layout plan of the premises
- List of machinery and equipment
- Installed production capacity
- List of food products and food categories
- Food Safety Management System declaration or plan
- Water testing report, where applicable
- Technical person’s qualification, where applicable
- NOC from the manufacturer for repacking or relabelling activity
- Premises photographs
- Supporting licences or NOCs, where applicable
Documents for Central FSSAI Licence
- Applicable State Licence documents
- Import Export Code, where applicable
- List of business units and States
- Head Office declaration, where applicable
- Food recall plan
- Details of raw material sources
- Supporting documents for export activity
- Product approval documents, where applicable
- Form IX or Board authorisation
- Details of technical personnel
- Analysis report or product documents, where required
- Additional documents prescribed for the relevant Kind of Business
FSSAI Registration Process
Step 1: Business Assessment
We examine the business activity, annual turnover, food products, production capacity and business locations.
Step 2: Licence Category Selection
The appropriate category is selected from Basic Registration, State Licence or Central Licence.
Step 3: Kind of Business Selection
The relevant food activity is selected, such as manufacturer, restaurant, retailer, wholesaler, repacker, storage operator, transporter, importer or exporter.
Step 4: Document Preparation
Identity, constitution, premises and food activity documents are collected and verified.
Step 5: FoSCoS Application Submission
The application is prepared and submitted through the Food Safety Compliance System.
Step 6: Department Scrutiny
The concerned authority reviews the application and supporting documents.
Step 7: Clarification or Inspection
The authority may ask for additional documents, clarification or inspection of the business premises.
Step 8: Registration or Licence Issuance
After approval, the FSSAI Registration Certificate or Licence can be downloaded through the FoSCoS portal.
How to Check FSSAI Application Status
An applicant can track the FSSAI application through the official FoSCoS portal.
Steps to check:
- Open the official FoSCoS portal.
- Select the Track Application option.
- Enter the application reference number.
- Enter the captcha code.
- View the current application status.
Common status messages may include: Application Submitted, Under Scrutiny, Reverted for Clarification, Inspection Ordered, Recommended for Approval, Approved, Rejected.
Applicants should regularly check the portal, registered email address and mobile number for clarification or inspection updates.
FSSAI Government Fees
| Application Type | Government Fee |
|---|---|
| Basic Registration | Generally ₹100 per year |
| State FSSAI Licence | Depends on the selected Kind of Business and activity |
| Central FSSAI Licence | Generally ₹7,500 per year |
| Licence Modification | Depends on the licence category and type of modification |
| Duplicate Certificate | Applicable percentage of the relevant licence or registration fee |
• Government fees are separate from professional fees, laboratory testing costs, documentation expenses and other supporting charges.
• The amount displayed on the FoSCoS portal at the time of submission should be treated as the applicable government fee.
Compliance & FSSAI Regulations
FSSAI Licence Validity
Under the licensing reforms effective from 1 April 2026, FSSAI licences and registrations covered under the revised system have perpetual validity, subject to continued compliance and payment of the applicable annual fee. The certificate may remain valid unless it is suspended, cancelled, surrendered or otherwise affected by regulatory action.
A Food Business Operator must continue to:
- Pay the applicable annual fee
- Maintain hygiene and food safety standards
- File applicable annual returns
- Update business changes through modification
- Comply with testing and inspection requirements
- Follow labelling and packaging regulations
- Operate only from the approved premises
- Handle only the approved food activities and products
Existing certificate holders should check their FoSCoS dashboard and follow the applicable migration or compliance instructions.
FSSAI Renewal and Annual Fee
Under the earlier system, an FSSAI Licence or Registration was issued for a selected validity period and had to be renewed before expiry. For licences and registrations covered under the revised perpetual validity system, a separate renewal application may not be required. However, the applicable annual fee and continuing compliance requirements remain applicable.
Food businesses should regularly check the FoSCoS dashboard for:
- Annual fee payment
- Pending compliance requirements
- Application or licence migration
- Annual return filing
- Modification requirements
- Authority notices
- Inspection updates
Older certificate holders should verify their status before assuming that no further action is required.
FSSAI Licence Modification
An FSSAI modification application may be required when the information appearing on the certificate or the approved business activity changes.
Common modifications include:
Some changes may require a formal licence modification, while certain non-form changes may be updated through the appropriate FoSCoS facility.
FSSAI Annual Return – Form D1
Licensed food manufacturers and importers are generally required to file the FSSAI Annual Return in Form D1 for the previous financial year. For annual return purposes, manufacturers may include eligible repackers and relabellers.
The return may contain details such as:
- Food products manufactured
- Quantity produced
- Repacking and relabelling activities
- Import details
- Export details
- Product categories handled during the year
The annual return is generally due by 31 May following the end of the relevant financial year. A separate return may be required for each applicable licence. Failure to file the return within the prescribed time may result in a late penalty or other compliance action.
FSSAI Inspection and Clarification
Inspection is not mandatory in every application. It depends on the Kind of Business, food risk, premises, licence category and instructions of the concerned authority.
Common clarification or inspection requirements include:
Clarification replies should be submitted within the period allowed on the FoSCoS portal. Incomplete documents or an incorrect reply may delay the application or result in rejection.
Mandatory FSSAI Compliance for Food Businesses
Obtaining an FSSAI Registration or Licence is only the first compliance step. Food Business Operators may also need to:
- Maintain hygiene and sanitation at the premises
- Display the FSSAI certificate at the business location
- Display the FSSAI number where required
- Print the FSSAI number on applicable product labels
- Handle only approved food products
- Maintain purchase, sales, and production records
- Use safe and approved raw materials
- Maintain cleaning and pest-control records
- Conduct product testing, where applicable
- File applicable annual returns & pay annual fee
- Update business changes through modification
- Follow packaging and labelling requirements
- Cooperate during inspections & maintain employee hygiene
The exact compliance requirement depends on the nature and scale of the food business.
Consequences of FSSAI Non-Compliance
A food business may face regulatory action for:
- Operating without the required Registration or Licence
- Providing false or incorrect information
- Operating from an unapproved premises
- Handling food products not endorsed on the licence
- Failing to maintain hygiene standards
- Failing to file an applicable annual return
- Failing to pay the applicable fee
- Misusing the FSSAI logo or licence number
- Ignoring an improvement notice
- Selling unsafe, substandard or misbranded food
- Violating food packaging or labelling requirements
Depending on the nature and seriousness of the violation, action may include:
Benefits of FSSAI Registration
Legal Compliance
Operate the food business under the applicable food safety law.
Customer Confidence
A valid FSSAI number helps customers identify the business as a registered Food Business Operator.
Business Credibility
FSSAI details may be requested by marketplaces, distributors, suppliers and institutional buyers.
Online Marketplace Onboarding
Food delivery and e-commerce platforms may request valid FSSAI details while onboarding sellers.
Business Expansion
The appropriate licence can support the addition of food products, business activities and operating locations.
Import and Export Support
A Central FSSAI Licence is an important compliance requirement for eligible food import and export activities.
Better Food Safety Control
Documented hygiene and food safety practices help maintain quality, traceability and internal control.
Reduced Compliance Risk
Correct product selection, timely modification and proper filings help reduce avoidable regulatory problems.
Why Choose Taxcom Technologies?
Taxcom Technologies provides professional support for FSSAI Registration, Licence, modification and continuing compliance across India.
Correct Licence Assessment
We examine the annual turnover, Kind of Business, food products, production capacity and location before selecting the application category.
Document Verification
Documents are checked before submission to reduce avoidable mismatch and clarification.
FoSCoS Application Support
We assist with preparing and submitting the application through the FoSCoS portal.
Food Product Selection
Support is provided for selecting the relevant food categories and food products.
Clarification Reply Assistance
We assist in preparing replies and supporting documents when an application is reverted by the authority.
Inspection Guidance
Applicants receive guidance regarding premises photographs, layout plans, water test reports, equipment lists and installed capacity.
Modification and Annual Return
Assistance is available for licence modification, annual return filing, annual fee compliance and related services.
PAN-India Assistance
Our FSSAI registration and food licence support services are available across India.
FSSAI Registration Across Major Indian States
While FSSAI is a central government authority, State Licenses are managed by state-level food departments. We help businesses across India secure their credentials:
Frequently Asked Questions
Get Your Food Licence Today
Start your food business with the correct FSSAI Registration or Licence. Taxcom Technologies can assist with licence selection, document preparation, FoSCoS application, clarification replies, inspection guidance, annual return filing and ongoing FSSAI compliance.