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FSSAI Registration

  • ✔ Mandatory legal approval to run any food business in India
  • ✔ Covers Basic Registration, State Licence, and Central Licence
  • ✔ Ensures compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
  • ✔ Builds strong customer trust and brand credibility
  • ✔ Prevents penalties, licence cancellation, and business closure
  • ✔ Supports smooth inspections and regulatory approvals.
  • ✔ Builds strong consumer trust and brand credibility.
  • ✔ Mandatory for manufacturing, processing, storage, distribution, and sale of food products.

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Overview

Introduction

FSSAI Registration & Licence is a compulsory statutory requirement for all Food Business Operators (FBOs) involved in the manufacturing, processing, packing, storage, distribution, transportation, import, export, or sale of food products in India. It is issued under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, to ensure that food consumed by the public is safe, hygienic, and of prescribed quality.
Depending on the annual turnover, scale of operations, nature of food activity, and geographical coverage, an FBO is required to obtain one of the following:
  • Basic FSSAI Registration – for small food businesses
  • State FSSAI Licence – issued by the State Food Safety Authority for medium-sized businesses operating within one state
  • Central FSSAI Licence – issued by the Central FSSAI Authority for large businesses, importers, exporters, or multi-state operations
Operating a food business without the appropriate FSSAI approval is a punishable offence and may result in heavy penalties, suspension, or closure of business.

Legal Framework / Governing Authority

FSSAI Registration & Licence is governed by the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, along with allied rules and regulations.
  • Central FSSAI Authority issues Central Licences
  • State Food Safety Departments issue State Licences and Basic Registrations

Importance of the Registration

This registration/licence ensures uniform food safety standards across India, enables government monitoring of food businesses, and protects consumers from unsafe or adulterated food. It is also mandatory for listing on food delivery platforms and entering institutional or corporate contracts.

Businesses Require This Registration

  • Restaurants, hotels, cafés, and food chains
  • Food manufacturers, processors, and packers
  • Traders, wholesalers, retailers, and distributors
  • Cloud kitchens, caterers, and home-based food businesses • Importers, exporters, and online food sellers

Objective of Compliance

The objective is to regulate food businesses, enforce hygiene and safety standards, prevent food adulteration, ensure consumer protection, and maintain accountability of food operators at both State and Central levels.

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Documents Required

Documents
  • 1 Identity proof of proprietor
  • 2 Address proof of proprietor
  • 3 PAN of proprietor
  • 4 Proof of business premises
  • 5 Passport-size photograph
  • 1 PAN of partnership firm
  • 2 Partnership Deed
  • 3 Identity and address proof of partners
  • 4 Proof of business premises
  • 5 Authorization letter
  • 1 Certificate of Incorporation
  • 2 PAN of company/LLP
  • 3 MOA & AOA / LLP Agreement
  • 4 Identity and address proof of directors/partners
  • 5 Proof of registered office
  • 6 Board Resolution or Authorization Letter
  • 1 List of food products
  • 2 Food Safety Management Plan (FSMS)
  • 3 Layout plan of premises
  • 4 Machinery and equipment details
  • 5 Import Export Code (for import/export businesses)

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Eligibility

Applicability

Applicable to all Food Business Operators
Applicable to manufacturing, trading, storage, or sale of food
Applicable to both offline and online food businesses
Applicable based on turnover, scale, and area of operation

Eligibility

Applicant must be engaged in a food-related business
Business must fall under FSSAI-defined food activities
Premises must comply with hygiene and safety norms
Eligibility category depends on turnover and operations

Validity

FSSAI Registration/Licence is issued for 1 to 5 years
Validity period is selected at the time of application
Renewal must be applied before expiry
Late renewal attracts penalties and additional fees

Non-Compliance

Non-Compliance

Monetary penalties as prescribed under the Act
Seizure or destruction of unsafe food products
Suspension or cancellation of FSSAI approval
Imprisonment in cases of serious violations
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FAQs

What is the difference between FSSAI Registration and Licence?

Registration is for small businesses, while State and Central Licences are for medium and large businesses respectively.

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