FSSAI Registration—An Overview:
FSSAI registration in India is a mandatory food safety requirement for eligible food business operators. It is issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under the Food Safety Standards Act, 2006. The registration helps ensure that food businesses follow prescribed standards for food safety, hygiene and quality. It applies to businesses such as small food manufacturers, retailers, restaurants, home-based food businesses and other eligible operators.
Depending on the nature and scale of the business, the applicable registration or license may vary. Businesses can therefore determine the appropriate category before proceeding with food license registration in India.
Advantages of FSSAI Registration:
- Helps food businesses meet applicable food and safety requirements.
- An FSSAI registration or license can increase customer confidence in food quality and safety.
- Provides greater legitimacy to the food business.
- FSSAI compliance can support growth into organized retail, e-commerce and other markets.
- Demonstrates the business’s commitment to maintaining food safety standards.
- Helps businesses operate within the applicable food safety framework and avoid non-compliance issues.
Eligibility Criteria for FSSAI Registration:
The appropriate category under FSSAI license registration depends on factors such as the nature of the food business, turnover, production capacity and other applicable criteria.
| REGISTRATION | BASIC | STATE | CENTRAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Turnover | Up to Rs 1.5 crore per year | Between Rs 1.5 crore and Rs 50 crore. | More than Rs 50 crore per year. |
The applicable FSSAI registration or license depends on the nature of the food business, turnover, Kind of Business (KoB), production capacity, location and other applicable eligibility criteria prescribed by FSSAI. The applicable category should be determined based on the current FoSCoS eligibility criteria.
Documents Required for FSSAI Registration:
- Passport-size photograph of the applicant.
- PAN card of the applicant.
- Proof of identity and address.
- Proof of possession of the business premises.
- Details of the nature and activities of the food business.
- Partnership deed or incorporation documents, where applicable.
- List of food products to be manufactured, handled, stored or sold.
- Details of the food processing or manufacturing unit, where applicable.
- Proof of business address.
- NOC from the local authority, where applicable.
- Supporting documents required based on the type and category of FSSAI registration or license.
Process for FSSAI Registration:
The FSSAI registration process can generally be completed online through the FoSCoS portal by selecting the applicable registration or license category and submitting the required details and documents.
- Determine the applicable FSSAI category based on the nature and scale of the food business.
- Collect the required documents.
- Complete the applicable application form for FSSAI registration online through the FoSCoS portal.
- Submit the application along with the prescribed documents and applicable government fee.
- FSSAI authorities review the submitted information and documents.
- The premises may be inspected depending on the nature of the food businesses.
- Receive the FSSAI registration certificate after the application is approved.