Apply Fssai License/ Fssai Registration Online

FSSAI registration is essential for a Food Business Operator (FBO). FSSAI registration is a 14-digit number printed on a wide range of food packages. This 14-digit enrollment number generally gives information regarding the type and details of the Fssai licensing, etc.

This licensing and registration process of fssai license is managed by Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Regulation of Food Business Guidelines 2011).

FSSAI & FoSCos Food License Form

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If you want to know How To Get FSSAI License in India, then you must know these three types of licenses.

Basic license

State License

Central License

Fssai License or Food License is a common term for fssai License. Foscos is a official address of government site of fssai license apply.

FoSCos (Food Safety Compliance System) - A new system launched by FSSAI to obtain food license in India.

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Benefits of FSSAI Registration

• Enriched health of the public and good hygiene by checking the food quality provided by vendors or other food delivery organizations.
• Works on the dependence of the food provider in the minds of the buyers.
• A food business operator enjoys a legitimate right to sell its food item, regardless of its quality, cost, and ingredients after getting fssai food license.
• A business operator can get more customers because now customers will buy their food items with more certainty.
• Show the FSSAI logo under your brand image or name after food license apply.

Type of FSSAI License

License Type FSSAI Basic Registration FSSAI State License FSSAI Central License
Applicability Turnover up to 12 lakh Turnover from 12 lakh to 20 crore Turnover more than 20 crore, export & e-commerce
Fee per year Rs.1999/- (including govt. Fee) Rs.2999/- (excluding govt. Fee) Rs.6999/- (excluding govt. Fee)

Documents Required For Food/ Fssai License apply


For Basic Foscos Fssai Registration

It is valid for start-ups and small businesses. It is valid in India, and document requirements in this category are simple too. We need-
✔ Aadhar card color copy
✔ Passport size photo
✔ Phone no.
✔ Email Gst reg (If available, otherwise Elec. Bill or business address with pin)
✔ List of food
Basic Fssai License Registration Fee- Rs. 2499/- (Valid for 5 years)

For State fssai apply online (turnover up to 20 crores)

State License is needed for Large Business entities whose turnover is from 12 lakhs to 20 crores. Type of Documents required in this food license registration are-

In the case of Trader/ Wholesaler/ Distributor-

It is valid for start-ups and small businesses. It is valid in India, and document requirements in this category are simple too. We need-

✔ List of Director/ Partner/ proprietor with addresses and contact details
✔ Photo id with the address of Director/ Partner/ proprietor
✔ List of food categories
✔ Proof of possession of premise Electricity bill+ rent agreement or NOC
✔ Partnership deed/ MOA and certificate of incorporation, AOA+ authorization of food activity
✔ In case of partnership deed/company
✔ Name of person in charge with contact details
In the case of manufacturer, Documents required for foscos fssai license are
✔ Blueprint/ layout print of processing unit showing the dimension in meters and operation-wise area Name and list of equipment
✔ Machinery along with the number, horsepower, and installed category List of food categories desired to be manufactured
✔ Recall Plan
✔ Water Test Report
Fees for Fssai state license In case of Trade (retailer+ wholesaler) - Rs. 4999/- per year.
In the case of manufacturing- Rs. 5999/- per year.

For Central Fssai license
(for turnover more than 20 crores or in case of export)


In the case of Trader/ merchant-

✔ List of Director/ Partner/ proprietor with address and contact details
✔ Photo id with the address of Director/ Partner/ proprietor
✔ List of food categories
✔ Proof of possession of premise Electricity bill+ rent agreement or NOC
✔ Partnership deed/ MOA and certificate of incorporation, AOA+ authorization of food activity
✔ Name of person in charge with contact details
✔ Supporting documentary proof of turnover (affidavit or declaration or sales returns)
✔ IEC Code issued by DGFT
✔ Recall Plan
In the case of manufacturer, documents required for fssai online registration are- ✔ Blueprint/ layout print of processing unit showing the dimension in meters and operation
✔ Name and list of equipment
✔ Machinery along with the number, horsepower, and installed category List of food categories desired to be manufactured
✔ Water test Report
The fee for the Central FSSAI License is Rs. 16499 per year above documents include some declarations too.

Note: This Application may be accepted or rejected by the foscos fssai registration Department within 7 Days from the date of receipt of the Application. If the Application is rejected due to any reason, the Applicant will be conveyed in writing. Or Registration Authority may issue a notice of inspection within 7-days of application. The team will collect your documents as above via E-mail/ WhatsApp, and then we will apply for a food license. Applying for food license registration is a 1-2 days process, and the Foscos fssai license will be issued in 7-10 days.

Frequently Asked Questions regarding FSSAI Registration


1. What is the process of FSSAI Registration?

To get an FSSAI Registration Certificate you will have to submit a dully-filled from A to the Food & Supply Department. On the Acceptance of your Application, the Food and Safety Department will grant a registration certificate containing the registration number along with the Photo of the Applicant.


2. What is the FSSAI License Validity period in India?

The food License registration can be procured for a period ranging from 1 to 5 Years.
Note: Before applying for an FSSAI License one should decide that for how many years he or she wants to get FSSAI License. Since Registration fees also vary according to the period chosen by the Applicant.


3. What are the different types of Food License Online issued by FSSAI?

There are three types of fssai license online issued by FSSAI to the Food Business Operators (FBO):
✔ Central License
✔ State License
✔ Basic License


4. In Case an applicant wants any modification in the FSSAI License, then if there is any fee he or she will have to pay?

If an applicant wants to change the information or make some modifications to the License. Then he or she will have to fill form C on foscos registration portal and pay fssai license cost of modification, which will be equal to a fee of one year License.


5. Do Pharmacies and Medical businesses also require an food License apply?

Generally, FSSAI License is necessary for all type of Food Business, medical Business, and Pharmacies (involved in the sale of nutritional supplements)