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FSSAI basic registration, State or Central food licence for manufacturers, traders, restaurants, cloud kitchens and e-commerce sellers.
- Estimate Cost
- ₹1,000 – ₹10,000 Concessional Price
- Typical duration
- 15 days
Service overview
FSSAI registration or licensing is mandatory for every food business operator in India under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 — manufacturers, processors, traders, restaurants, cloud kitchens, caterers, storage providers and online food sellers.
Which tier applies depends on turnover and activity, and the application is made on the FoSCoS portal.
Who needs it? / When is it needed?
- Any food business operator — manufacturer, processor, packer, trader, distributor, restaurant, caterer, cloud kitchen, storage provider, importer or e-commerce seller
- New businesses before they start selling food
- Existing businesses whose turnover or activity has moved them into a higher tier
What to expect from the WCP Professionals
- Tier assessment: basic registration, State licence or Central licence, based on turnover and kind of business
- Application on the FoSCoS portal with the correct food categories
- Food Safety Management System plan and supporting documents where a licence is needed
- Coordination of any inspection by the food safety officer
- Reminders for annual returns and renewals
Key deliverables
- FSSAI registration certificate or licence with its 14-digit number
- Food categories correctly listed on the licence
- Compliance checklist for display, labelling and annual returns
Standard turnaround time
- Basic registration: usually about 7 days after a complete application
- State or Central licence: typically 30–60 days, as inspection may be required
Government fees, timelines & key outcomes
- Government fees per year:
- Basic registration (Form A): ₹100
- State licence (Form B): ₹2,000–₹5,000 depending on the kind of business
- Central licence (Form B): ₹7,500
- Turnover limits from 1 April 2026: basic registration up to ₹1.5 crore
- State licence ₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore
- Central licence above ₹50 crore
- Importers and certain categories need a Central licence regardless of turnover
Key outcomes: a valid FSSAI registration or licence that can be displayed at the premises and printed on labels.
Forms & filings involved
- Form A — basic registration
- Form B — State or Central licence
- Food Safety Management System plan, where applicable
- Annual return (Form D-1) for licence holders that manufacture or import
Documents required
- Photo identity and address proof of the proprietor, partners or directors
- Proof of possession of premises (rent agreement or ownership document)
- List of food categories to be handled
- Constitution document of the business
- For licences: layout plan, list of equipment, water test report and NOC from the local body where required
What we need from you
- Exact nature of the food business and the products handled
- Expected annual turnover
- Premises address and possession documents
- A nominated person responsible for food safety
Important conditions
The FSSAI number must be displayed at the premises and printed on food labels.
Operating without registration or a licence is punishable under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and a business must move to a higher tier when its turnover or activity requires it.
Additional information
From 1 April 2026, FSSAI registrations and licences granted under the revised regulations are reported as valid without a fixed expiry, subject to annual compliance; existing ones follow their stated validity until renewed.
E-commerce food sellers and cloud kitchens need their own FSSAI registration in addition to the platform's.
The estimated cost covers indicative professional fees only. Government fees, stamp duty and taxes are payable at actuals.
How it works
- 1. Raise a service enquiry describing your requirement.
- 2. A Relationship Manager reviews it and opens it for bidding.
- 3. Pay into escrow and assign the professional you select.
- 4. Track progress to completion, then accept and release payment.
Frequently asked questions
Which FSSAI licence do I need?
From 1 April 2026: basic registration up to ₹1.5 crore turnover, a State licence from ₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore, and a Central licence above ₹50 crore or for importers and certain categories.
What is the FSSAI registration fee?
₹100 a year for basic registration, ₹2,000–₹5,000 for a State licence and ₹7,500 for a Central licence.
Does a home kitchen need FSSAI registration?
Yes. Any person selling food, including home-based and cloud kitchens, needs at least basic FSSAI registration.
Must the FSSAI number be on the label?
Yes. Packaged food must carry the FSSAI logo and licence number, and the certificate must be displayed at the premises.