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FSSAI Registration

Basic, State, or Central license — matched automatically to your turnover and business type.

Restaurants and cloud kitchensFood manufacturers and processorsD2C food and beverage brandsImporters/exporters of food products

Every food business in India — from a home kitchen to a manufacturing plant — needs an FSSAI registration or license. We determine the correct license type from your turnover and operations, then file and track it to issuance.

How it works

  1. 1

    Eligibility & classification

    Turnover and business type determine whether you need Basic Registration, a State License, or a Central License.

  2. 2

    Application filing

    The application and supporting documents are filed on the FoSCoS portal.

  3. 3

    Inspection

    For State/Central licenses, a facility inspection may be scheduled — we prepare you for it in advance.

  4. 4

    License issuance

    Your FSSAI license or registration certificate is issued and tracked for renewal on your Compliance Calendar.

Documents you'll need

  • PAN card of proprietor/partners/directors
  • Business address proof
  • Photo ID of proprietor/partners/directors
  • Food business layout plan (for manufacturing units)
  • NOC from local municipal authority, where required

Frequently asked

Do cloud kitchens need an FSSAI license?

Yes — cloud kitchens, home-based food businesses, and delivery-only operations all need at minimum a Basic Registration, and typically a State License once turnover crosses ₹12 lakh/year.

What happens if I operate without one?

Operating without a valid FSSAI license is a punishable offense under the Food Safety and Standards Act, with penalties that can include both fines and imprisonment for repeat or serious violations.

How often does it need renewal?

Licenses are issued for 1–5 years depending on what you choose at filing; we track your renewal window on your Compliance Calendar well ahead of expiry.