Mandatory registration/license for all food businesses in India
Visit Official Portal →7-30 days depending on type of license
100 to 7500+ per year based on license type
Any business handling food; type of license depends on annual turnover
Every Food Business Operator (FBO) involved in manufacturing, processing, storage, distribution, or sale of food
Based on turnover: Basic Registration (< 12 Lakh), State License (12 Lakh - 20 Crore), Central License (> 20 Crore).
Create an account on the FoSCoS portal.
Fill Form A for basic registration or Form B for State/Central license.
Upload the required documents specific to your business and license type.
Select the number of years (1-5) and pay the appropriate fee online.
After application scrutiny, an inspection may be conducted before the certificate/license is issued.
To update details on your Food License (FSSAI) — such as name, address, or date of birth — you typically need to submit a correction request at the issuing authority's official portal or office with supporting documents.
Go to the official portal linked to your Food License (FSSAI) (https://foscos.fssai.gov.in).
Create an account or log in using your registered mobile number or existing credentials.
Find the "Update", "Correction", or "Modify Details" option for your Food License (FSSAI).
Enter the correct information in the form and select the fields to be updated.
Upload valid documents that prove the correct information (e.g., new address proof, birth certificate).
Pay any applicable fee online. Many identity documents charge a nominal fee for updates.
Submit the request and note the reference number to track the update status.
You can download a digital copy of your Food License (FSSAI) from the official government portal. The digital version is legally valid as per Indian law and accepted everywhere the physical card is accepted.
Go to https://foscos.fssai.gov.in and log in with your credentials or OTP.
Find the "Download", "e-Food License (FSSAI)", or "Digital Copy" option on the portal.
Verify using your registered mobile OTP, Aadhaar, or other credentials.
Your Food License (FSSAI) will be downloaded as a PDF or image file. Save it securely.
Upload or access your document on DigiLocker (digilocker.gov.in) for a government-verified digital copy.
After applying for or updating your Food License (FSSAI), you can track your application status online using your application reference number or acknowledgment ID.
Go to https://foscos.fssai.gov.in and look for the "Track Application" or "Check Status" section.
Enter the reference number, acknowledgment ID, or application number you received at the time of submission.
Complete verification as required by the portal.
View the current status — whether your Food License (FSSAI) is under review, approved, dispatched, or if any action is needed from your side.
Yes, even small home-based food businesses require a Basic Registration.
Operating without FSSAI can attract a penalty of up to 5 lakh and imprisonment.
Visit the official government portal to start your application
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