What Is an FSSAI License?
A Food Safety Standards Authority of India license serves as an obligatory certification required by anyone engaged in producing, handling, storing, distributing, transporting, or selling Indian foods. Running an enterprise involved in food production without obtaining FSSAI certification constitutes unlawful activity.
FSSAI registration ensures:
- Adherence to food safety and hygiene standards
- Protection of consumer health and interests
- Adherence to the provisions outlined in The Food Safety and Standards Act of 2006 is required.
Types of FSSAI Registration / License
The FSSAI certification is divided into three categories according to both the scale and total yearly revenue of the food operation:
- FSSAI Basic Registration
- FSSAI State License
- FSSAI Central License
What Is FSSAI Basic Registration?
The FSSAI’s basic registration serves as an entry-level certification for extremely small-scale food businesses in India, granted under their authority. All enterprises earning less than ₹ 12 lakh annually must comply with these regulations.
Who Requires FSSAI Basic Registration?
Many small enterprises engaged in food production or service frequently reside within this classification: for instance,.
- Home-based food operators (home bakers, tiffin services)
- Street food vendors and small food stalls
- Small grocery shops and retailers
- Small dairy units
- Cottage-level food manufacturers
- Hawkers selling packaged or unpackaged food
Documents Required for FSSAI Basic Registration
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Identity proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, etc. )
- Address proof of business premises
- Brief description of food business activities
- Declaration Form (Form A)
Timeline, Fees & Validity (Basic Registration)
Estimated processing time is between 1-2 business days; inspections may be required depending on circumstances.
Government Fee: ₹100 per year
Validity: 1 to 5 years
What Is an FSSAI State License?
A Food Safety Standards Authority of India license is required by medium-size eateries in a particular province if their yearly revenue falls between Rs 12 million and Rs 2 billion. The document verifies adherence to mandated for safe handling of foods, cleanliness practices, and correct product identification procedures.
Who Needs an FSSAI State License?
Certain entities involved in food operations fall under this regulatory framework:
- Medium-scale food manufacturers
- Distributors and wholesalers
- Warehouses, cold storages, and storage facilities
- Food transporters
- Hotels, restaurants, and catering businesses
- Retailers and marketers of packaged food
- Food processing units
Documents Required for FSSAI State License
- Duly filled and signed Form B
- Evidence of commercial address (lease document, utility statement). The statement can be restated as follows:
- List of food products handled
- NOC from the local municipality or authority
- Identity and address proof of owners/directors
- Food Safety Management System (FSMS) plan
- Layout or blueprint of the processing unit
Validity & Renewal (State License)
A state-level FSSAI license may last anywhere between one and five years, contingent upon the amount of fees collected.
Alignment Services guarantees prompt renews to avoid fines and halt in operational activities.
Timeline & Fees (State License)
The processing time is between twenty-five and sixty days, contingent upon inspections and the nature of the operation.
Government Fee: ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 per year
Validity: 1 to 5 years
What Is an FSSAI Central License?
Issued under the auspices of the central government, this license grants access to larger-scale food enterprises whose total yearly revenue surpasses twenty crore rupees; it also pertains to entities engaged in importing, exporting, or supplying goods directly to governmental institutions. This indicates strict adherence to international health standards for agricultural products.
Who Requires an FSSAI Central License?
Businesses that must obtain a Central License include:
- Large food manufacturing and processing units
- Importers and exporters of food products
- Large food storage and warehousing facilities
- E-commerce food operators
- Companies providing meals for military personnel or governmental agencies.
Documents Required for FSSAI Central License
- Completed and signed Form B
- Layout or blueprint of manufacturing/processing unit
- List of directors, partners, or proprietor
- Authorization letter from the nominated person
- Compilation of product classifications for production or processing activities.
- Raw material sourcing details
- NOC from the local authority
- Water analysis report
- Import Export Code (IEC), if applicable
- Food Safety Management System (FSMS) plan
Timeline & Fees (Central License)
Processing Time: 25–60 days
Government Fee: ₹7,500 per year
Validity: 1 to 5 years
FSSAI License Services by Alignreg Solutions
Our Services Include:
- License Eligibility Assessment: Our assessment involves examining your revenue generation strategy and operational framework to decide on an appropriate licensing category: Basic, State, or Central.
- Documentation Assistance: Ensure comprehensive documentation by providing reliable information like identification certificates, residence permits, architectural blueprints, and item descriptions.
- Online Application Filing: Integrated assistance throughout all application submission processes via the FSSAI FoSCoS platform.
- Authority Coordination: Collaborate closely with food safety inspectors and governing bodies for swift clearance processes.
- Inspection Support: Support provided at inspection sites for guaranteeing strict adherence to food hygiene regulations.
- Follow-Up & Query Resolution: Addressing concerns or inquiries submitted by officials from Food Safety and Standards Authority of India.
- FSSAI Return Filing Services: Licensees in specific classes must submit yearly reports under the Food Safety Standards Authority’s regulations. Violation may lead to fines or judicial proceedings.
Our Return Filing Services Cover:
- Designation of suitable refund documents (D1 Form or D2 Document) is required.
- Gathering and validating information related to transactions, manufacturing outputs, and purchasing activities.
- Timely filing of returns
- Assistance with corrections, notices, or regulatory queries
- Alignment Services assists companies involved in manufacturing and importing/exporting goods by ensuring they comply with FSSAI regulations for returning products correctly, thereby preventing penalties and legal issues.