FSSAI Registration
FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) registration/license is mandatory for all food businesses — restaurants, home bakers, cloud kitchens, food manufacturers, traders and importers. We handle the complete application process.
FSSAI registration is the licence that food businesses in India need from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India before they start operating. The right registration or licence depends on the type and scale of the business. Startup India Experts, a private consultancy, prepares the application; fees below are for our service.
- Professional fee from
- ₹1,999
- Typical timeline
- 7–30 Days
Expert FoSCoS portal application and food category selection
Fast-track documentation and scrutiny with food safety officers
Unique food safety registration number mandatory for retail packaging
Flexible validity options with automated renewal tracking
FSSAI License Requirement by Business Type
Under the Food Safety and Standards Act 2006, every food business operator (FBO) must hold a valid registration. Identify your business type and find your required license tier.
Restaurants & Cafés
Dining establishments, bistros, and quick-service restaurant (QSR) outlets.
✓ Mandatory before commercial kitchen launch.
Cloud Kitchens & Home Bakers
Food businesses operating via Zomato, Swiggy, or direct online delivery.
✓ Required for food aggregator onboarding.
Food Manufacturers & Processors
Packaged food factories, beverage bottling units, and grain mills.
✓ FSMS plan and premise blueprint mandatory.
Retail Grocery & Kirana Stores
Neighborhood grocery shops, departmental stores, and packaged food traders.
✓ Turnover under ₹12 Lakh qualifies for Basic.
Food Importers & Exporters
Trading entities importing ingredients or exporting branded food products.
✓ Must link DGFT IEC Code with Central License.
Food Logistics & Cold Storage
Warehouses, reefer trucks, and temperature-controlled storage operators.
✓ Vehicle storage capacity registration needed.
Unsure which license applies to your food turnover?
Our food safety legal team reviews your scale, turnover, and product categories for 100% compliant filing.
Mandatory Compliance for Every Indian Food Business
14-Digit Registration Number Required for Retail, Packaging & Aggregator Platforms
FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare that regulates food safety in India. Under the Food Safety and Standards Act 2006, every person who manufactures, stores, sells, distributes or imports food products must obtain an FSSAI registration or license before starting operations. There are three types: Basic Registration (turnover < ₹12 lakh), State License (turnover ₹12 lakh – ₹20 crore or manufacturing capacity up to 2 MT/day), and Central License (turnover > ₹20 crore, larger manufacturing, importers, or multi-state operators).
- ✓Basic Registration: Annual turnover < ₹12 lakh — valid for 1–5 years
- ✓State License: Turnover ₹12L – ₹20Cr or medium manufacturing — valid 1–5 years
- ✓Central License: Turnover > ₹20Cr, importers, exporters, large manufacturers
- ✓Renewal required annually or every 1–5 years depending on license type
FSSAI License Tiers & Statutory Criteria
Licensing depends strictly on your production capacity, premises location, and annual turnover. Applying for the wrong tier causes immediate rejection and delays.
Basic FSSAI Registration
Turnover Limit
Up to ₹12 Lakh / Year
Applicable for: Petty food manufacturers, small retailers, hawkers, temporary stall holders, home bakeries.
Govt Fee: ₹100 / year
Validity: 1 to 5 Years
Simplified online application with no premise blueprint required.
State FSSAI License
Turnover Limit
₹12 Lakh to ₹20 Crore / Year
Applicable for: Mid-sized restaurants, caterers, hotels (up to 4-star), food processing units producing up to 2 MT/day.
Govt Fee: ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 / year
Validity: 1 to 5 Years
Premises blueprint, equipment list, and FSMS plan required.
Central FSSAI License
Turnover Limit
Above ₹20 Crore / Year
Applicable for: Large manufacturers (>2 MT/day), 100% export oriented units (EOU), importers, multi-state operators.
Govt Fee: ₹7,500 / year
Validity: 1 to 5 Years
Direct Ministry Central Licensing authority supervision.
Operating a food business without FSSAI registration attracts imprisonment up to 6 months and a penalty of up to ₹5,00,000 under Section 31 of FSS Act.
Key Advantages of FSSAI Food Licensing
Customer trust, aggregator onboarding, and immunity from heavy penalties.
Legal Compliance
Operating a food business without FSSAI registration is illegal and attracts fines up to ₹5 lakh and business shutdown.
Consumer Trust
The FSSAI logo on food packaging builds consumer confidence about product safety and regulatory compliance.
Online Platform Selling
E-commerce platforms like Swiggy, Zomato, Amazon and Flipkart require valid FSSAI license for listing food products.
Business Growth
FSSAI-licensed businesses are eligible for export permits, institutional supply contracts and government canteen tie-ups.
Quality Standards
FSSAI registration ensures your business maintains food safety standards, reducing liability and protecting your reputation.
Easy Renewal & Modification
Licensed businesses can easily modify product categories, add locations and renew online through the FoSCoS portal.
Step-by-Step FoSCoS Application Process
From food category classification to official 14-digit FSSAI certificate issuance.
Type & Category Assessment
We assess your business type, annual turnover and food categories to determine whether you need Basic Registration, State License or Central License.
Application Filing (FoSCoS Portal)
We file the application on the FoSCoS (Food Safety Compliance System) portal with all required documents and food category details.
FSSAI Officer Verification
The FSSAI officer reviews the application and documents. An inspection may be required for manufacturing units and restaurants seeking State or Central license.
FSSAI Certificate Issued
Upon approval, the FSSAI Registration Certificate (with unique 14-digit number) is issued and must be prominently displayed at your place of business.
Documents Required for FSSAI License Filing
Simple digital copies — our team prepares FSMS declarations and portal submissions.
Mandatory Premise, Food Category & Promoter KYC
Of the business owner/entity
Format: PDF/JPG
Of the proprietor/authorized person
Format: PDF/JPG
Utility bill or rental agreement of business premises
Format: PDF
Of the proprietor/authorized signatory
Format: JPG
For registered entities
Format: PDF
List of food products to be manufactured/sold
Format: PDF
Floor plan of manufacturing facility
Format: PDF/JPG
For manufacturing units in certain states
Format: PDF
Transparent FSSAI Registration Packages
Fixed professional fees for Basic, State, and Central FoSCoS portal applications.
Basic FSSAI Registration
For small eateries, home bakers & petty retailers (turnover < ₹12 Lakh)
What's Included
- FoSCoS portal application filing
- Food category code mapping
- Document verification & compliance review
- 14-Digit FSSAI Registration Number
- 1-Year validity certificate
State FSSAI License
For restaurants, cloud kitchens & medium manufacturers (turnover ₹12L–₹20Cr)
What's Included
- State license FoSCoS drafting
- Premises blueprint & equipment plan filing
- Food Safety Management System (FSMS) plan
- Food Inspector scrutiny liaison
- Multi-category product endorsement
Central FSSAI License
For large manufacturers, importers, exporters & multi-state chains (> ₹20Cr)
What's Included
- Central FSSAI portal submission
- Import/Export food code linking
- Head office multi-unit umbrella license
- HACCP & international packaging review
- Priority senior consultant handling
Government fees are statutory charges paid directly on ministry portals and subject to government updates.
Why Food Entrepreneurs Trust Our Legal Team
- Licensed Food Safety Consultants handling FoSCoS portal filings
- Exact food category mapping to eliminate inspection objections
- 14-digit FSSAI Registration Certificate issued with 100% legal compliance
- Zomato, Swiggy, and retail packaging onboarding guidance included
Apply for Your FSSAI Food License
Connect with our food compliance team within 15 minutes. 100% hassle-free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers on FoSCoS categories, penalties, validity, and Zomato/Swiggy compliance.
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Last updated . Official sources: FSSAI. Startup India Experts is a private consultancy. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by or part of the Government of India, and professional fees shown are separate from government fees.
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