FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) registration is mandatory for all food businesses operating in India. It ensures that food products meet safety and hygiene standards as prescribed under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. The registration applies to manufacturers, traders, restaurants, food processing units, and food packaging businesses. Having an FSSAI license enhances credibility, consumer trust, and legal compliance.
FSSAI offers three types of registration based on business size and turnover:
1. FSSAI Basic Registration:
o Applicable for small food businesses with an annual turnover of up to ₹12 lakh.
o Required for petty food manufacturers, small retailers, and home-based food businesses.
2. FSSAI State License:
o Applicable for medium-sized food businesses with an annual turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore.
o Required for small to medium food manufacturers, storage units, transporters, and distributors.
3. FSSAI Central License:
o Required for large food businesses with an annual turnover above ₹20 crore.
o Applicable to food importers, large manufacturers, operators in multiple states, and e-commerce food suppliers.
To qualify for FSSAI registration, businesses must:
• Engage in food manufacturing, processing, storage, distribution, or sale.
• Meet turnover and business activity criteria for the appropriate license type.
• Ensure compliance with food safety management regulations.
The following documents are required for FSSAI registration:
For Basic Registration:
• Aadhaar Card of the business owner
• Passport-size photograph
• Business name and address proof
• Food business details (nature of activities and product category)
For State & Central Licenses:
• Company Incorporation Certificate or Partnership Deed
• PAN Card of the business entity
• GST Certificate (if applicable)
• Business premises ownership or rental proof
• Food safety management system plan
• List of food products manufactured or handled
• Water test report (for manufacturers)
• NOC from municipality or local authority
The FSSAI registration process is conducted online and involves the following steps:
1. Determine License Type
Identify whether the business requires a Basic Registration, State License, or Central License based on turnover and scale.
2. Create an Account on the FSSAI Portal
Register on the Food Licensing & Registration System (FLRS/FoSCoS) portal.
3. Fill Out the Application (Form A or Form B)
Provide details such as business name, address, category of food products, and turnover.
4. Upload Required Documents
Submit identity proof, business registration proof, and other necessary documents.
5. Fee Payment and Application Submission
Pay the applicable registration fee online and submit the form.
6. Application Verification and Inspection
FSSAI officials review the application and may conduct an on-site inspection.
7. Issuance of FSSAI Certificate
Once approved, the FSSAI registration/license is issued, which is valid for 1 to 5 years, depending on the registration type.
Vakil360 simplifies the FSSAI registration process by offering:
• Expert Consultation: Guidance on the appropriate FSSAI license for your business.
• End-to-End Documentation Support: Assistance with document preparation and submission.
• Faster Processing: Streamlined application process to ensure quick approval.
• Post-Registration Compliance: Assistance with renewals, modifications, and food safety compliance.
