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FSSAI Registration

Who Needs It and How to Apply

Get your FSSAI registration or licence with expert assistance. FSSAI regulates food businesses in India and requires registration or licensing for businesses involved in making, storing, distributing, selling or importing food. We help with eligibility, documentation and FoSCoS application support.

Starting at ₹1,000* + Government Fees

*Professional fee. Government fees, statutory charges and applicable expenses are additional.

Legal Compliance

Operate under applicable FSSAI requirements for your food activity.

PAN India Applicability

For manufacturers, traders, retailers, restaurants and more.

Perpetual Validity

For registrations and licences issued on or after 1 April 2026, subject to applicable rules.

Online Process

Apply through the official FoSCoS portal.

Wide Coverage

Food businesses of all sizes, including home-based and online businesses.

Expert Support

Guidance with eligibility, documents and the application process.

IMPORTANT REGULATORY UPDATE

Key Changes from 1 April 2026

The supplied reference identifies the following changes as effective from 1 April 2026.

₹1.5 crore

Registration turnover limit

Up to ₹50 crore

State licence turnover range

Above ₹50 crore

Central licence turnover range

Perpetual validity

Applications and licences

Changes implemented through FSSAI’s 13 March 2026 order.

Requirements and thresholds should be checked against the latest applicable FSSAI notification/order before application.

FIND YOUR CATEGORY

Which FSSAI Category Do You Need?

Turnover ranges from the supplied 2026 reference; other rules may apply.

BASIC CATEGORY

FSSAI Registration

Up to ₹1.5 crore

Annual turnover

  • For eligible smaller food businesses
  • Requirements depend on food activity and current rules
CENTRAL CATEGORY

Central FSSAI Licence

Above ₹50 crore

Annual turnover

  • For food businesses within the applicable Central category
  • Some activities may have additional rules

The applicable category depends on the nature of business and applicable FSSAI rules. Turnover is not the only eligibility criterion in every case.

FOOD BUSINESS COVERAGE

Who Needs FSSAI Registration?

Food businesses involved in making, storing, distributing, selling or importing food may need an applicable registration or licence.

  • Food manufacturers and processors
  • Packers and repackers
  • Traders, wholesalers and retailers
  • Food cafes, restaurants and cloud kitchens
  • Caterers and food service businesses
  • Home-based food businesses
  • Transporters and storage operators
  • Importers and e-commerce food sellers
GET PREPARED

Documents Required

Documents may vary depending on the business type and applicable licence category.

Identity & Applicant

  • Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN or Voter ID)
  • Passport-size photograph
  • Application form (Form A), where applicable

Premises & Business

  • Address proof of business premises
  • NOC from local body, if required
  • Food activity and business details

Category-Specific Information

  • Proof of turnover, in some cases
  • Additional documents for State/Central Licence
  • Other information depending on business type

Not every applicant needs every document. Confirm the current FoSCoS checklist for the business and licence category.

FEE BREAKDOWN

Government Fees

FSSAI government fees are applicable as per the type of registration or licence.

Government fees: As Applicable

Professional fee₹1,000*
Government feeApplicable as per category

*Professional fee is separate from government/statutory fees and applicable expenses.

A CLEAR ONLINE JOURNEY

FSSAI Registration Process (Through FoSCoS)

Applications are submitted through FoSCoS and remain subject to applicable processing and review.

  1. 01

    Create Account on FoSCoS

    Register on the official portal and log in.

  2. 02

    Select Application Type

    Choose registration or licence, as applicable.

  3. 03

    Fill in Business Details

    Enter business, premises, food activity and turnover details.

  4. 04

    Upload Documents

    Attach the documents required for your application.

  5. 05

    Pay Government Fee

    Pay the applicable government fee online.

  6. 06

    Application Review

    Track the application and respond to queries, if any.

  7. 07

    Receive Certificate

    Registration or licence is issued after applicable processing.

STAY INFORMED

Validity and Renewal

Perpetual validity

Registrations and licences issued on or after 1 April 2026 have perpetual validity, subject to applicable rules.

No periodic renewal

No periodic renewal is required for such registrations/licences.

Ongoing obligations

Follow food safety rules, file required returns where applicable and keep your details updated.

Perpetual validity does not remove ongoing regulatory or food-safety obligations.

INFORMAL FOOD BUSINESS

Street Food Vendors

Street food vending has specific provisions under food-safety requirements.

Deemed registration

Deemed registration for street vendors under the Street Vendors Act, 2014.

Hygiene still matters

Hygiene and safety requirements still apply.

Applicability depends on the nature of the food activity and current FSSAI requirements.

FSSAIFOOD BUSINESS
MAKE DETAILS VISIBLE

Display Requirement

  • Display your FSSAI registration or licence number at your premises.
  • Show FSSAI details on food labels and invoices where applicable.
GOOD TO KNOW

Frequently Asked Questions

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