
Sample FSSAI Licence (Form C under FSS Act, 2006) shown for reference purposes only.
Why You Need an FSSAI Licence
Mandatory under the FSS Act, 2006 — and the foundation of trust for every food business.
Every food business in India must hold a valid FSSAI licence before operating.
Display of the 14-digit FSSAI number signals safety, hygiene and accountability.
All food aggregators and marketplaces require an active FSSAI licence at onboarding.
Government, hotels, airlines and large retailers source only from licensed food businesses.
Central FSSAI licence is mandatory for importers, exporters and multi-state operations.
FSSAI's 1- to 5-star hygiene rating helps restaurants stand out and command better pricing.
Operating without a licence attracts up to ₹5 lakh fine and imprisonment up to 6 months under Section 63.
Easier loans, smoother investor due diligence, and credibility with packaging and labelling regulators.
Documents Required
Have these ready and your FSSAI application can be filed within 24 hours.
- PAN Card of proprietor
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size Photograph
- Active mobile number & email
- Address proof of premises
- Latest electricity bill
- Rent Agreement (if rented)
- NOC from owner
- Property tax receipt
- Layout / blueprint of premises
- FSMS plan (food-safety procedure)
- Blueprint of unit signed by signatory
- List of machinery with capacity
- Water-test report from NABL lab
- NOC from local authority / municipality
FSSAI Registration Process
A fast, simple, four-step assistance process — fully online across India.
FSSAI Assistance Process – Fast & Simple
Fill Form & Make Payment
Submit Documents & Aadhaar OTP
FoSCoS Submission & Verification
FSSAI Licence Shared via Email
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| Country | India |
|---|---|
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| States | 28 |
| Population | 1,46,39,00,000 |
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