FSSAI Registration is a mandatory license or registration required for all Food Business Operators (FBOs) in India, regulated by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
| License Type | Who Needs It | Annual Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| FSSAI Basic Registration | Small FBOs like petty retailers, hawkers, small manufacturers, cottage industries | Up to ₹12 lakh |
| FSSAI State License | Medium-sized manufacturers, transporters, storage units, distributors, restaurants | ₹12 lakh to ₹20 crore |
| FSSAI Central License | Large-scale food businesses, importers, exporters, e-commerce operators | Above ₹20 crore or operating in multiple states |
Photo ID proof (Aadhaar/Driving License)
Passport-size photo
Business name and address
Food category
Form A (filled online)
Proof of premises (electricity bill, rental agreement)
Incorporation certificate or partnership deed
List of food products to be handled
Layout of premises
NOC from local authority
Water testing report (if applicable)
Import/export code (for Central license)
Click on “Apply for Registration/License”
Select the type (Basic/State/Central)
Fill out the application (Form A or B)
Upload documents
Pay the applicable fee
Track status online and receive your FSSAI number and certificate
Valid for 1 to 5 years, depending on what you choose at the time of application
Renewal must be done 30 days before expiry
A 14-digit number that must be printed on all food packages
Builds consumer trust
Legal compliance
Enables business expansion (especially for export or large-scale distribution)
Quality assurance and hygiene standardization
Access to government funding or schemes for food businesses
