FSSAI Registration

FSSAI Registration

FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) Registration is mandatory for all Food Business Operators (FBOs) in India. Under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, any individual or entity involved in the manufacture, processing, packaging, storage, transportation, distribution, import, or sale of food must obtain an FSSAI registration or license.

Types of FSSAI Registration

• Basic Registration (14-digit number): For small FBOs with annual turnover below ₹12 Lakhs — petty food businesses, home-based food businesses, and small food retailers.
• State FSSAI License (14-digit number): For medium-sized FBOs with annual turnover between ₹12 Lakhs and ₹20 Crores — issued by State Food Safety Department.
• Central FSSAI License (14-digit number): For large FBOs with annual turnover above ₹20 Crores, importers, exporters, and businesses operating across multiple states.

Who Must Register or Get Licensed?

• Restaurants, dhabas, hotels, and food service providers.
• Bakeries, sweet shops, and confectionery manufacturers.
• Food manufacturers and food processors.
• Packaged food brands and FMCG companies.
• E-commerce food delivery platforms and cloud kitchens.
• Food importers and exporters.
• Dairy and meat processing units.

Documents Required

• Photo ID and address proof of the food business operator (Aadhaar/PAN).
• Proof of business address (utility bill or rent agreement).
• List of food products to be manufactured, processed, or sold.
• Partnership Deed / MoA / Certificate of Incorporation (for firms and companies).
• NOC from municipality or local authority (for manufacturing units).
• Passport-size photograph of the applicant.

Registration Process

1. Determine the applicable category — Basic Registration, State License, or Central License.
2. Apply on the FSSAI FoSCoS (Food Safety Compliance System) portal.
3. Fill in FBO details, food categories, and premises information.
4. Upload required documents and pay the prescribed fee.
5. FSSAI officer reviews and inspects the premises (for State and Central licenses).
6. FSSAI Registration Certificate / License issued with a 14-digit FSSAI number.

Timeline

7–15 working days for Basic Registration. 30–60 days for State/Central License.

Why Choose Tax Precision?

• Expert determination of the correct FSSAI category for your business.
• Complete FoSCoS portal application and document upload management.
• Premises inspection preparation and FSSAI officer coordination.
• Annual FSSAI Return filing (Form D-1) by 31st May every year.
• FSSAI license renewal management at expiry of the validity period.