Lawbridge AssociatesFSSAI Registration & Licence
Food business registration or licence — Basic, State or Central, matched to your turnover and scale — for anyone manufacturing, storing, selling or serving food.
What is FSSAI Registration?
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) requires anyone in the business of manufacturing, processing, storing, distributing or selling food — including a bakery, restaurant, cloud kitchen, grocery/kirana store, food trader or caterer — to hold either a Basic Registration or a State/Central Licence, depending on annual turnover and scale of operation.
Who Needs This
- Restaurants, bakeries, cloud kitchens and catering businesses
- Food manufacturers, processors and packagers
- Grocery, kirana and food trading businesses
- Food storage, warehousing and transport businesses
- E-commerce food sellers and cloud/dark kitchens
Why It Matters
Operating a food business without the applicable FSSAI registration or licence is a statutory offence, and most food-delivery platforms, distributors and larger buyers now ask to see a valid FSSAI number before onboarding a vendor. Getting the right category — Basic vs State vs Central — the first time avoids having to re-apply as the business grows past a turnover threshold.
Key Benefits
- Legal authorisation to manufacture, store, distribute or sell food
- FSSAI number and logo that customers and platforms recognise and trust
- Eligibility to onboard with food-delivery platforms and larger distributors
- The right category applied from the start, avoiding a later re-application
Our Scope of Assistance
- Assessment of the correct category — Basic Registration, State Licence or Central Licence
- Application preparation and submission on the FSSAI FoSCoS portal
- Guidance on documents and premises requirements for the chosen category
- Renewal reminders and modification support (change of address, business type)
Documents Required
- PAN and identity/address proof of the proprietor/partners/directors
- Business constitution proof (proprietorship, partnership deed, incorporation certificate)
- Proof of premises (rent agreement or ownership document)
- Passport-size photograph of the applicant
- List of food products to be manufactured/sold/stored
- Additional technical documents for a State/Central licence (varies by category)
Our Process
Category assessment
We confirm whether Basic, State or Central applies to your turnover and activity.
Document collection
Identity, premises and business documents gathered per the chosen category.
Application filing
Application submitted on the FoSCoS portal with the required attachments.
Query response
Any department query or clarification request is addressed.
Certificate issued
FSSAI registration certificate/licence and number handed over.
Government Fee & Professional Fee
Government fee
Set by FSSAI based on the category (Basic/State/Central) and licence validity period chosen — REQUIRES CONFIRMATION for the current fee slab applicable to your category.
Professional fee
Varies by category and documentation complexity. Contact us for a quote.
Typical Timeline
Basic Registration is generally quicker to process than a State or Central Licence, which can involve an inspection. Actual processing time depends on the department’s current workload and any queries raised on the application — indicative only, and we do not guarantee an approval date.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying for Basic Registration after turnover has already crossed the threshold for a licence
- Not updating FSSAI records after a change of address or business constitution
- Letting the licence/registration lapse without applying for timely renewal
- Listing food products that don’t match what’s actually being manufactured or sold
Frequently Asked Questions
Do small home bakeries need FSSAI registration too?
Yes — anyone selling food commercially, including a home-based food business, needs at least Basic Registration once turnover crosses the applicable threshold.
What’s the difference between Basic, State and Central?
They are tiered by annual turnover and scale — Basic for the smallest businesses, State Licence for mid-sized, and Central Licence for large manufacturers, importers/exporters and businesses with a wide operational footprint.
Can I switch from Basic Registration to a State Licence later?
Yes — this is a common transition as turnover grows, and we assist with that upgrade application.
Is there an inspection for FSSAI licences?
Inspections can apply for State and Central licences depending on the category and food type — REQUIRES CONFIRMATION for your specific case.