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Every petty Food Business Operator (FBO) shall register themselves with the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) in order to start any food business or continue an existing one legally.
Food businesses with annual turnover up to ₹12 lakhs.
Any person manufacturing or selling food articles.
Petty retailers, hawkers, vendors, or temporary stall holders.
Individuals distributing food at social gatherings or events.
Apply through FoSCoS Portal
Upload required documents
Application review within 7 working days
Department scrutiny
Inspection (if required)
Download certificate after approval
Display certificate at business place
Having an FSSAI licence provides multiple advantages and benefits to food businesses. It not only ensures compliance with government regulations but also helps build customer trust and business growth opportunities.
Having an FSSAI licence builds consumer confidence that your food products are safe and hygienic.
When customers trust your food quality, it leads to higher sales and faster business growth.
Marketplaces like Amazon, Flipkart, Zomato, and Swiggy require FSSAI registration to sell food products.
FSSAI certification assures banks and investors that your business follows legal food safety regulations.
Ensures your food business follows hygiene and safety standards set by regulatory authorities.
Improves the goodwill and credibility of your food brand in the market.
Essential for listing your food products on major online food and ecommerce platforms.
Builds customer confidence and ensures compliance with food safety regulations.
Running a food business without FSSAI registration may lead to heavy penalties or shutdown.
The following documents may be required while applying for FSSAI Registration or Licence depending on the nature and scale of the food business.
Passport-sized photograph of the applicant
KYC documents of the applicant (Email ID, Mobile No., PAN, Aadhaar, Voter ID, Bank Statement, etc.)
Business address proof (Rent agreement, Electricity bill)
Form B – duly completed and signed
Food Safety Management Plan (required for manufacturers)
List of food products or items to be dealt with
Proof of business registration (Company / LLP / Shop & Establishment)
Import Export Code (for importers and exporters)
Layout plan of the processing unit (for manufacturers and processors)
NOC from Municipality or Local Authority (if applicable)
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: ₹ 100
Service Type: Renewal
Government Fees: ₹ 100
Basic Registration requires a government fee of ₹100. Service fees vary depending on whether the application is for a new registration or renewal.
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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.
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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.