What is FSSAI Registration?
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) regulates food businesses under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. Every Food Business Operator (FBO) must obtain either a registration or a licence before starting operations. The 14-digit FSSAI number must be displayed on food packaging and at the premises.
Who Needs It?
- Restaurants, cafes, cloud kitchens and caterers
- Home-based food businesses and bakeries
- Grocery stores, distributors, wholesalers and retailers of food items
- Manufacturers, processors, repackers and relabellers
- Food importers and exporters
- Online sellers of food products
Types of FSSAI Registration
Basic registration
For small food businesses below the prescribed turnover limit (currently ₹12 lakh a year) and petty food operators.
State licence
For medium-sized businesses above the basic limit and up to the turnover or capacity limits prescribed for state licensing.
Central licence
For larger businesses, importers, exporters, and operators in specified categories or operating in multiple states.
The right category depends on turnover, production capacity and type of activity, so please check before applying.
Process
- Determine the category and the kind of business
- Apply on the FoSCoS portal with documents and the applicable fee
- For licences, the authority may inspect the premises
- Respond to any queries within the time allowed
- Download the registration or licence certificate
Documents Required
- Photo ID and photograph of the proprietor, partners or directors
- Proof of possession of premises (rent agreement or ownership proof)
- Entity documents: partnership deed, incorporation certificate or MOA
- List of food categories
- For licences: layout plan of the processing unit, list of equipment, water test report, food safety management plan, and NOCs where applicable
Validity and Renewal
Registrations and licences are granted for a period of one to five years, as chosen. Renewal should be applied for before expiry to avoid late fees or having to apply afresh. Some licence holders must also file annual returns.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying for basic registration when the business actually needs a licence
- Wrong food category selection
- Letting the licence expire while continuing business
- Not displaying the FSSAI number on packaging, menus and invoices where required
Frequently Asked Questions
Do home bakers need FSSAI registration?
Yes. Even small home-based food businesses need at least basic registration.
Is FSSAI registration enough for a restaurant?
No. Restaurants usually also need other approvals, such as a trade licence, fire NOC where applicable, and GST Registration.
Related Services
- GST Registration in Ghaziabad
- MSME / Udyam Registration
- Import Export Code (IEC)
- Partnership Firm Registration
Talk to a Chartered Accountant
If you are looking for professional assistance with FSSAI Registration in Ghaziabad or want to know which food licence applies to you, contact us for detailed guidance.
CA Mayank Agarwal (Chartered Accountants)
Raj Nagar Extension & Indirapuram, Ghaziabad
Phone / WhatsApp: 9718877122 | Email: fcamayankagarwal@gmail.com
This page gives general information for guidance only. Laws, forms, fees and timelines change from time to time and depend on individual facts, so please confirm the current position before acting. See all our service guides.