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FSSAI License & Registration

Every food business needs the FSSAI's approval — the question is which one. We assess your turnover and operations, get you the correct Basic Registration, State or Central License, and keep you compliant thereafter.

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Correct Category Assessed 7–30 Working Days Renewal Tracking Included
Turnover & Category Assessed
Application Documents Prepared
FSSAI Portal Filing Done
License Certificate Issued!
Quick Overview

Understand It in 30 Seconds

What is an FSSAI license?

Mandatory approval from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India for anyone manufacturing, storing, distributing, transporting or selling food — confirming your operations meet food safety standards.

Who needs it?

Every food business — restaurants, cloud kitchens, manufacturers, traders, importers, and even home-based food sellers — the specific category depends on annual turnover and business scale.

Why does the category matter?

Applying for the wrong tier (Basic vs State vs Central) means rejection and lost time. Getting the assessment right the first time is what actually saves weeks of delay.

Key Benefits

Why FSSAI Registration Matters

Legal Compliance

Operating without a valid licence risks penalties, closure orders and prosecution.

Consumer Trust

The FSSAI logo signals food safety compliance that customers actively look for.

Platform & Marketplace Access

Food delivery apps and retail chains require a valid FSSAI licence to list you.

Business Credibility

Banks and investors treat FSSAI compliance as a baseline operational standard.

Expansion Ready

A Central License in place makes multi-state expansion administratively simpler.

Import-Export Enabled

Food import/export activity specifically requires a Central FSSAI License.

Which Category Applies

FSSAI Registration Categories

Basic Registration

Annual turnover up to ₹12 lakh — petty food businesses, small vendors, home-based sellers.

State License

Turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore — most restaurants, manufacturers and traders.

Central License

Turnover above ₹20 crore, or import/export and multi-state operations.

Renewal Cycle

Licenses are valid for 1–5 years as chosen, and must be renewed before expiry.

Operating even a small food stall without FSSAI registration risks penalties up to ₹5 lakh under the Food Safety and Standards Act.
Documents Required

Keep These Ready

PAN Card
of the proprietor or business entity
Aadhaar Card
of proprietor / partners / directors
Business Address Proof
rent agreement or ownership document
Passport-Size Photo
of the applicant
List of Food Products
items to be manufactured, sold or handled
Business Constitution Proof
incorporation certificate or partnership deed
Layout Plan
of the processing/storage unit, for State/Central License
NOC from Local Authority
municipal or panchayat NOC, where applicable
How It Works

FSSAI Registration in 5 Simple Steps

Timeline: 7 days (Basic) to 30 working days (State/Central License)

01

Free Consultation

We assess your turnover and operations to identify the correct category.

02

Document Collection

Business, address and food-category details gathered and verified.

03

Application Filing

Application submitted on the FSSAI portal (FoSCoS) with all annexures.

04

Department Processing

We respond to any clarification queries until approval is granted.

05

License Issued

FSSAI certificate delivered, ready to display at your premises.

Why Allied Business

Registration, Minus the Headache

Experienced Professionals

Chartered Accountants & Company Secretaries handle your filing.

Transparent Pricing

One fixed fee agreed upfront — no hidden charges, ever.

Fast Processing

Same-day document processing and proactive follow-ups.

Expert Support

A dedicated expert answers your questions at every step.

End-to-End Assistance

From application to post-registration compliance calendar.

Get a Free Consultation

Speak to a registration expert — free, no obligations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — even petty food businesses below ₹12 lakh turnover need Basic Registration; the obligation applies regardless of scale, only the category changes.

State License covers businesses with turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore operating within one state; Central License applies above ₹20 crore turnover or for import/export and multi-state operations.

Basic Registration typically within 7 working days; State and Central Licenses can take up to 30 working days depending on department processing and any premises inspection required.

For State and Central Licenses, an inspection may be conducted before or after approval depending on the food category and risk classification — we prepare you for what to expect.

You can choose a validity of 1 to 5 years at the time of application — longer validity reduces renewal frequency but requires higher upfront fees.

No — Swiggy, Zomato and similar platforms mandatorily require a valid FSSAI registration number before listing any food business.

Operating with an expired license is treated the same as operating without one — renewal should be filed at least 30 days before expiry to avoid a compliance gap.

Yes — any entity manufacturing, packaging or selling food, regardless of whether it has a physical storefront, falls within FSSAI's scope.

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The right category, filed correctly the first time.

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