FSSAI License

Overview

FSSAI State Licence is required for food businesses with annual turnover between Rs.12 lakhs and Rs.20 crores operating within a single state — including mid-size restaurants, food manufacturers, distributors, cold storage operators, and retail food chains. Central Licence is required for businesses with turnover above Rs.20 crores, multi-state operations, food importers and exporters, food manufacturers supplying to central government institutions, and e-commerce food platforms.

Unlike Basic Registration, both State and Central Licences require an on-site inspection of the food processing or storage facility. The Food Safety Officer (FSO) verifies compliance with infrastructure, equipment, hygiene, water supply, waste disposal, and food safety management plan requirements. MFiling manages complete State and Central Licence applications including HACCP/FSMS documentation, blueprint submission, and FSO follow-up.

Government fees: Rs.2,000–5,000/year (State), Rs.7,500/year (Central). Processing time: 30–45 days (State), 45–60 days (Central). MFiling professional charges: from Rs.4,999 (State), Rs.7,999 (Central).

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