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Who Needs FSSAI Registration?

If your business involves food in any way, you almost certainly need an FSSAI licence. Here are the business types that must register.

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Restaurants, Dhabas & Fast Food

Every restaurant, dhaba, quick service outlet, and fast food shop must hold a valid FSSAI licence to operate legally.

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Hotels, Clubs & Resorts

Any hotel, club, or resort that serves food to guests and members must be FSSAI registered without exception.

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Home Kitchens & Cloud Kitchens

Home-based food businesses, tiffin services, and cloud kitchens — including those selling on Swiggy, Zomato, or Instagram — all need FSSAI compliance.

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Food Manufacturers & Processors

Any unit that manufactures, processes, packs, or re-packs food products for sale must hold an FSSAI licence.

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Distributors, Transporters & Importers

Businesses involved in distributing, transporting, or importing food products are required to register under FSSAI.

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Grocery Stores & Supermarkets

Grocery stores, supermarkets, sweet shops, bakeries, confectioneries, and ice cream parlours all fall under the FSSAI licensing requirement.

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Online Food Businesses

E-commerce food sellers and vendors on Swiggy, Zomato, Amazon, and other food platforms must have a valid FSSAI number displayed.

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Caterers & Wedding Food Suppliers

Catering businesses and wedding food suppliers operating at events across locations must be FSSAI licensed.

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Bakeries & Confectioneries

Bakeries, cake shops, confectioneries, and ice cream parlours selling directly to consumers must have a current FSSAI registration.

Simple Process

How We Complete Your FSSAI Registration

We handle everything end to end. You only need to share your documents — we take care of the rest.

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Step 01

Determine the Right Registration Type

We assess your business type, turnover, and operations to determine whether you need Basic registration, a State licence, or a Central licence — at zero cost.

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Step 02

Document Collection & Verification

We send you a personalised document checklist via WhatsApp. Once you share the documents, our team reviews them for completeness and accuracy before filing.

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Step 03

Application Filed on FoSCoS Portal

We file your application directly on the official FoSCoS (Food Safety Compliance System) portal on your behalf — correctly and promptly.

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Step 04

Authority Review & Premises Inspection

The FSSAI authority reviews your application. For State and Central licences, a premises inspection may be carried out. We prepare you and coordinate with the inspector on your behalf.

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Step 05

FSSAI Registration Number or Licence Issued

Your 14-digit FSSAI registration number or licence is issued by the authority. We track the application status and notify you the moment it is approved.

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Step 06

Certificate Delivered + Display Guidance

We hand over your FSSAI certificate, which must be displayed at your business premises. We also guide you on correctly displaying the FSSAI logo and number on your food packaging and labelling.

Stay Valid

FSSAI Licence Validity and Renewal

FSSAI licences are valid for 1 to 5 years — you choose the period when applying. After expiry, you must renew your licence. We track your renewal dates and handle timely renewal for you.

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1–5 Years

Flexible Validity Period

Choose your licence period when applying. Longer periods cost slightly more but save you from frequent renewal hassle.

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Timely Renewal

We Track Your Renewal

We proactively track your FSSAI expiry date and handle renewal before the deadline — so your business never lapses into non-compliance.

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Up to ₹5 Lakhs

Penalty for Operating Without Licence

Operating without a valid FSSAI licence — or after expiry — can attract penalties up to ₹5 lakhs and even imprisonment.

Costs & Timelines

Government Fees for FSSAI Registration

The government fee for FSSAI registration varies by type. There is no hidden charge — you pay the government fee and our professional service fee, nothing else.

Basic ₹100 per year (Government fee)

Basic FSSAI Registration

For small food businesses and home-based food operators with turnover up to ₹12 lakhs.

⏱ 7 – 10 Working Days
State ₹2,000–₹5,000 per year (Government fee)

State FSSAI Licence

Fee varies depending on the type of food business. Applicable for restaurants, manufacturers, and distributors within one state.

⏱ 30 – 60 Days
Central ₹7,500+ per year (Government fee)

Central FSSAI Licence

For large manufacturers, importers, exporters, and multi-state food chains. Fee varies by business category.

⏱ 60 – 90 Days

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About FSSAI Registration

Got a question? We probably have the answer right here. If not, just call us.

For basic registration, the government fee is ₹100 per year. For state licences, it ranges from ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 per year depending on the type of food business. Central licences range from ₹7,500 per year upward. You only pay the government fee and our professional service fee — no hidden charges.
Yes. If you run a home kitchen, tiffin service, or home bakery, you can get basic FSSAI registration. Many home-based food businesses are selling on Swiggy, Zomato, or Instagram — and all of them need FSSAI compliance. We help home businesses get registered quickly and easily.
Basic registration typically takes 7 to 10 working days. State licences take 30 to 60 days, including a premises inspection. Central licences take 60 to 90 days. We keep you informed at every stage and respond promptly to any queries from the authority.
Operating a food business without a valid FSSAI licence or after expiry can attract penalties up to ₹5 lakhs and even imprisonment under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. Food safety authorities conduct regular inspections — register before they knock on your door.
Yes. All vendors on online food aggregator platforms like Swiggy, Zomato, and Amazon are required to have a valid FSSAI registration. The platforms also verify your FSSAI licence number before listing your business. Without it, you cannot be listed.
Yes. As your business grows and your turnover crosses the applicable threshold, you must upgrade your FSSAI registration to the next level. We handle upgrades seamlessly — just contact us when your turnover crosses ₹12 lakhs or ₹20 crores.

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