Obtain your FSSAI Central Licence for large food businesses with turnover above ₹20 crore. Our experts handle documentation, filing, and compliance end to end.
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) regulates food businesses to ensure safe and hygienic food practices across India. Large food businesses operating across multiple states or having high turnover must obtain an FSSAI Central Licence.
Food businesses with turnover exceeding ₹20 crores.
Importers and exporters of food products.
E-commerce food businesses.
Food businesses operating in multiple states.
Large manufacturers and 5-star hotels.
Apply through FoSCoS Portal
Fill FORM-B
Upload required documents
Payment of government fees
Application scrutiny by department
Inspection of premises (if required)
Download licence certificate after approval
Improves brand reputation and increases customer confidence.
Ensures the food business complies with FSSAI regulations.
Mandatory for selling food products on e-commerce platforms.
Demonstrates commitment to food safety and hygiene standards.
Form-B duly signed
Blueprint / layout of processing unit
Food Safety Management System (FSMS) plan
List of Directors / Partners
Authority letter with responsible person details
Machinery and equipment details
Operating at a vast level and regulating all the food sectors across the country, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) ensures that food businesses maintain proper safety standards. Many food entrepreneurs often wonder why this licence is necessary and why the government requires food businesses to obtain it before operating.
The authority has been created to monitor and regulate Food Business Operators (FBOs). Food safety is extremely important because consumers eat and drink from restaurants, cafes, hotels, and other establishments without knowing the exact quality of ingredients used or the environment in which the food was prepared. FSSAI registration ensures that food is prepared and served following strict safety standards.
FSSAI-certified food business operators strictly follow cleanliness, preparation, cooking, packaging, and serving standards.
Only government-approved ingredients of proper quality are used for preparing food products.
FSSAI ensures that harmful substances such as artificial colours, toxins, or drugs are not used in food.
Food businesses must clearly display ingredients, manufacturing date, expiry date, and other information for full consumer transparency.
Service Type: New
Government Fees: ₹ 7500
Service Type: Renewal
Government Fees: ₹ 7500
Service Type: Modification
Government Fees: ₹ 1000
Central Licence requires a government fee of ₹7500 for both new applications and renewals and ₹1000 for modification. The service fee charged by consultants or agencies for assisting with the application process may vary based on the complexity of the case and the level of assistance required.
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Operating a food business without an FSSAI licence can attract a penalty of up to ₹5 lakhs and imprisonment of up to 6 months.
Providing false or misleading information during the application process can lead to cancellation of the licence.
Failure to comply with food safety and hygiene standards may result in penalties ranging from ₹1 lakh to ₹10 lakhs.
Continuous violations or repeated non-compliance may lead to suspension or permanent cancellation of the licence.
The basic registration of the FSSAI licence typically takes around 2 to 3 working days, depending on the completeness of documents and the processing time of the concerned authority.
FSSAI registration is not a one-time process. Every Food Business Operator (FBO) must renew the registration before its expiry to continue operating legally. Timely renewal helps avoid penalties and ensures uninterrupted business operations.
Submit your renewal application at least 60 days before your registration expires.
If you apply within 30 days after expiry, you will need to pay a penalty.
If more than 30 days pass after expiry, a fresh FSSAI application must be submitted.
Log in to the FoSCoS portal using your credentials.
Go to the renewal section.
Verify and update your business details.
Upload any newly required documents.
Pay the applicable renewal fee.
Submit the application for processing.
Previous FSSAI registration certificate
Self-declaration confirming continued compliance
Annual returns from the previous year
Updated business information
Proof of payment for the renewal fee
Update the display of your renewed FSSAI registration certificate at the business premises.
Communicate the renewed licence number to business partners.
Update packaging and labelling with the new validity dates.
FSSAILicence.co.in has helped numerous food businesses obtain their FSSAI Licence quickly and efficiently. We offer expert consultancy services at affordable charges. Our professional team assists you from documentation and application filing to final licence approval. Once you choose our services, you can relax while we handle the complete FSSAI registration process on your behalf with full transparency and dedication.
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Disclaimer: We are a private consultancy service provider and are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) or any government authority. Approval or grant of registration/licence is solely at the discretion of the concerned statutory authority. The above content is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.