FSSAI License Guide for Food Businesses

Registration Guide

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) regulates food safety in India. Any business involved in food manufacturing, processing, distribution, or sale must obtain an FSSAI license.

Types of FSSAI License

Type	Turnover	Examples
Basic Registration	Up to ₹1.5 crore	Street vendors, home-based food, small retailers
State License	₹1.5 crore – ₹50 crore	Restaurants, medium manufacturers, storage units
Central License	Above ₹50 crore (and importers or multi-state operators regardless of turnover)	Large manufacturers, importers, e-commerce food

Step-by-Step Application Process

Visit FoSCoS portal at foscos.fssai.gov.in

Create an account with email and mobile verification

Select license type based on your business category and turnover

Fill application form with business details, food category, and premises info

Upload required documents (identity proof, premises proof, food safety plan)

Pay the applicable fee online

License issued within 7-60 days depending on type

FSSAI License Fees

Basic Registration: ₹100/year

State License: ₹2,000-5,000/year

Central License: ₹7,500/year

Key Compliance

Display FSSAI license number on all food products and packaging

Maintain hygiene and safety standards as per FSSAI guidelines

Annual return filing on FoSCoS portal

Keep the licence active by paying the annual fee, since licences issued from 1 April 2026 stay valid until suspended, cancelled or surrendered

Key Takeaways

Three types. Basic (up to ₹1.5 crore), State (up to ₹50 crore), Central (above ₹50 crore), revised from 1 April 2026
Apply online through FoSCoS portal at foscos.fssai.gov.in
Basic registration costs just ₹100/year
Mandatory for ALL food businesses, including home-based and delivery
Display license number on all food products and menus

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Disclaimer

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