FSSAI Registration Online: Apply for Food License in India
Fast and secure FoSCoS food license filing for restaurants, cloud kitchens, home bakers, grocery stores, and food manufacturers. 100% online process, accurate food category selection, Swiggy & Zomato compliance, and expert food safety consultant support.
Fast-Track Application
Instant response & dedicated compliance managerEverything Included in Our Online FSSAI Food Licensing Service
Complete regulatory compliance handling so you can focus on cooking, baking, packaging, and serving food with total peace of mind.
The 3 Types of FSSAI Licenses in India (Which One Do You Need?)
Under the Food Safety and Standards Act (FSSA), 2006, every food business in India is legally categorized into one of three statutory tiers based on annual turnover, production capacity, and operational footprint:
1. Basic Registration (Form A)
Turnover: Up to ₹12 Lakhs per annum
Ideal for petty food business operators, home-based bakers, small cloud kitchens, tea stalls, tiffin services, local fruit/vegetable sellers, grocery shops, and mobile carts.
- Govt Fee: ₹100 per year (valid for 1 to 5 years).
- Issuing Authority: State Food Safety Department / SDM.
- Inspection: Usually no physical inspection required.
2. State License (Form B)
Turnover: ₹12 Lakhs to ₹20 Crores per annum
Mandatory for mid-sized restaurants, cafes, busy cloud kitchens, commercial bakeries, food caterers, dairy units (500–50,000 LPD), and regional food distributors operating in one state.
- Govt Fee: ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 per year.
- Issuing Authority: State Licensing Authority / Commissioner.
- Inspection: May involve premises verification by FSO.
3. Central License (Form B)
Turnover: Above ₹20 Crores per annum
Mandatory for large food manufacturers, multi-state chains, 100% Export-Oriented Units (EOU), food importers (requiring DGFT IEC linking), and catering at railways, airports, or defense.
- Govt Fee: ₹7,500 per year.
- Issuing Authority: Central Licensing Authority (FSSAI HQ).
- Inspection: Rigorous food safety audit & lab test.
Understanding Your 14-Digit FSSAI License Number (Statutory Architecture)
Once your application is approved on the FoSCoS portal, FSSAI issues a unique 14-digit alphanumeric code. This number is not just a random sequence; it encodes vital statutory credentials divided into 5 distinct parts:
Status
1 = License2 = Registration
State Code
e.g. 06 (Haryana)07 (Delhi NCR)
Year
Enrollment year(e.g. 24 or 26)
Registering Master
Identifies designated officer & districtUnique FBO Serial
Individual Food Business Operator IDFSSAI License for Cloud Kitchens, Home Bakers & Food Delivery (Swiggy / Zomato)
Online food delivery platforms (Swiggy, Zomato, Blinkit, Magicpin, Zepto) conduct strict automated and manual verification of your FSSAI license before approving your restaurant listing. Over 30% of new cloud kitchen applications get rejected by delivery apps due to simple licensing mistakes. Here is how Webmittar ensures 100% onboarding success:
1. Exact Address Matching
The kitchen address on your Swiggy/Zomato partner application must match word-for-word with the Principal Place of Business on your FSSAI certificate. We format your premise proofs to guarantee zero discrepancy.
2. Correct Kind of Business (KoB)
Delivery aggregators reject FSSAI licenses filed under generic trading or manufacturing categories. We file under the precise category: Food Services - Restaurant / Food Vending Establishment / Cloud Kitchen.
3. Home Kitchen Legality
You do not need an expensive commercial shop to start a cloud kitchen or home baking brand. You can obtain a valid Basic FSSAI registration on your residential home address using an electricity bill and property owner NOC.
4. Food Safety Display Board (Purple)
Swiggy and Zomato require you to upload a photo of your kitchen with the Purple Food Safety Display Board (FSDB) mounted on the wall. We generate your official FSDB file for instant printing.
How We Get Your FSSAI License Online in 4 Simple Steps
Fast-track FoSCoS processing with guaranteed 14-digit food safety registration for retail, restaurants, cloud kitchens, and packaging.
Food Business Eligibility & Tier Mapping
We analyze your annual revenue and production capacity to map whether you need Basic Registration (up to ₹12L), State License (₹12L - ₹20Cr), or Central License (> ₹20Cr).
Documentation & FoSCoS Form Drafting
We draft Form A (Basic) or Form B (License) with precise Food Category codes (01 to 16) and generate the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) declaration plan.
Government Portal Filing & Scrutiny
We file your application on the official FoSCoS portal (foscos.fssai.gov.in) and pay treasury fees. If the Designated Officer requests any clarification, our CA/CS team responds within 24 hours.
14-Digit FSSAI License & Certificate Issuance
Upon verification, your official QR-coded FSSAI Certificate is issued. You receive your 14-digit license number ready for display on food packages, invoices, and Swiggy / Zomato onboarding.
Mandatory Documents Checklist for FSSAI Food License
Clear digital copies needed for 100% first-time approval on the official FoSCoS portal:
Food Business Operator (FBO) Identity
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PAN Card of Applicant / FirmPrimary tax and identity credential of the food business operator
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Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PassportGovernment photo identity card with residential address
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Passport-Size PhotographsClear color photograph of the proprietor, partners, or authorized director
Kitchen / Premise Location Proof
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Electricity / Water Bill (< 2 Months)Proof of commercial kitchen, cloud kitchen, retail shop, or residential setup
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Rent Agreement & Landlord NOCValid registered or notarized lease agreement with signed property owner consent
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Kitchen Layout / Blueprint (For Manufacturing)Simple dimensioned floor plan showing food preparation, storage, and packaging areas
Food Safety & Compliance Declarations
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FSMS Declaration & UndertakingFood Safety Management System commitment drafted and formatted by our team
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List of Food Categories / ProductsSpecific food classifications (dairy, bakery, confectionery, cooked meals, beverages)
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Water Test Report (For Units & Manufacturing)Potable water test report from an accredited lab if manufacturing packaged foods
Legal Penalties for Operating a Food Business Without FSSAI License
Under the Food Safety and Standards Act (FSSA), 2006, food safety officers conduct regular market inspections and sample testing. Operating without a valid license or selling sub-standard food attracts heavy monetary fines and criminal imprisonment:
| FSSA Section | Nature of Non-Compliance | Statutory Fine / Penalty |
|---|---|---|
| Section 31 | Running a food business without valid FSSAI Registration / License | Imprisonment up to 6 Months + Fine up to ₹5,00,000 |
| Section 51 | Manufacturing, storing, or selling sub-standard food | Fine up to ₹5,00,000 (₹25,000 for petty manufacturers) |
| Section 52 | Selling misbranded food (missing 14-digit FSSAI number or wrong label) | Fine up to ₹3,00,000 |
| Section 53 | Misleading advertisement or false nutrition/health claims | Fine up to ₹10,00,000 |
| Section 56 | Unhygienic or unsanitary food preparation, storage, or processing | Fine up to ₹1,00,000 |
| Section 32 | Failure to comply with Improvement Notice issued by Food Safety Officer | Immediate suspension or cancellation of food license |
Securing your official FSSAI registration today completely protects your business, builds consumer trust, and keeps your operations safe from surprise inspection raids.
Frequently Asked Questions (Online FSSAI Food License in India)
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