FSSAI Registration in India
FSSAI Registration is a basic food safety authorization issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, mandatory for small food businesses with an annual turnover up to ₹1.5 crore — including home-based food sellers, small vendors, and petty food manufacturers. It's the lightest tier under the FSSAI framework; businesses above this threshold need a State License (₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore) or Central License (above ₹50 crore) instead.
What Is FSSAI Registration?
FSSAI Registration is the entry-level food safety authorization for small food businesses — home bakers, small food stalls, petty retailers, and manufacturers with turnover up to ₹1.5 crore annually. It's obtained via Form A and results in a 14-digit registration number that must be displayed at the business premises and on food packaging.
It differs from an FSSAI License (covered on a separate page), which applies to larger businesses — State License for turnover between ₹1.5 crore and ₹50 crore, and Central License above ₹50 crore — and is a more rigorous approval process with additional documentation and inspection requirements.
Documents & Eligibility Required
Step-by-Step Process
- 1Confirm eligibility — turnover must be up to ₹1.5 crore annually.
- 2Fill Form A on the FSSAI FoSCoS portal with business and applicant details.
- 3Upload ID proof, address proof, and photo.
- 4Pay the registration fee based on business category.
- 5Application reviewed by the local Food Safety Department.
- 6Receive FSSAI Registration Certificate with a 14-digit number.
- 7Display the certificate and number at the premises and on packaging.
FSSAI Registration vs License
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, any food business — including home-based sellers on platforms like Instagram or WhatsApp — must obtain at least FSSAI Registration if annual turnover is up to ₹1.5 crore; operating without it is a legal violation.
FSSAI Registration is granted for a period chosen by the applicant, from 1 to 5 years, and must be renewed before expiry to continue operating legally.
Yes, as turnover grows beyond ₹1.5 crore, the business must apply for a State License (up to ₹50 crore turnover) or a Central License (above ₹50 crore), and can no longer operate on basic Registration alone.
Operating a food business without valid FSSAI Registration or License can result in penalties and legal action under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
Yes, cloud kitchens and delivery-only businesses are treated the same as any other food business under FSSAI rules and require registration or licensing based on turnover. ---
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