Anyone manufacturing, storing, distributing or selling food in India — from a home-based tiffin service to a full restaurant or food manufacturing unit — needs FSSAI registration or a license, depending on business size. It's applied for online through FoSCoS, FSSAI's official licensing portal.
Official website
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
https://foscos.fssai.gov.in
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Determine which category applies: Basic Registration (small turnover), State License (mid-size), or Central License (large turnover or specific categories like importers/large manufacturers).
Go to the official FoSCoS portal (foscos.fssai.gov.in) and register as a new user.
Fill in the application form (Form A for registration, Form B for a license) with business and product details.
Upload the required documents.
Pay the applicable fee online.
Track your application status on the portal; once approved, download your FSSAI certificate/license and display it at your business premises.
Official fees
Approximate government fees: Basic Registration around ₹100/year; State License typically ₹2,000-5,000/year depending on category; Central License around ₹7,500/year. Confirm the current fee for your specific category on the official FoSCoS portal, as slabs can be revised.
Processing time
Basic Registration is often issued within 7-10 days; State/Central Licenses can take 30-60 days depending on inspection requirements.
Validity
License/registration is issued for a chosen period of 1-5 years and must be renewed before expiry.
How to apply
Online (FoSCoS portal)
Sponsored
Yes, but likely only Basic Registration (the lightest tier) if your annual turnover is below the threshold set for it — check the current turnover limit on the FoSCoS portal, since it can change.