FSSAI is a short abbreviation used for the Food safety and Standard Authority of India. For any business that deals with food and food products, an FSSAI Registration is mandatory by law. Ofcourse you will need other licenses as well, but for food process and distributing food products ,you need to have an FSSAI License. The reason for introducing a FSSAI Registration process was to keep a check on quality and standards of food in India and to reduce Adulteration.
What is FSSAI?
Who need a FSSAI Registration??
According to FSSAI Rules, any person who is in the food business has to have an FSSAI License. In fact, any business that is into the procurement (Import), manufacture processing, packaging, storage and distribution of food items need to have FSSAI Registration. Once you register online, you will be given 14 digit registration or License Number that needs to be displayed in all food products.
Type of FSSAI Registration?
Identification of Category
Fill in the FSSAI Registration form o our website. We will need details about your business to determine what category it falls under.
Verification of Documents
You will need to send us the documents necessary for the license by the e-mail. We will check these documents to make sure this process goes smoothly. Filing the Application Once the documents have been checked thoroughly, we shall create FSSAI Form A and Form B for your application for the license.
Generating inspection details
Our CS/CA will then file your FSSAI License application and required details to the local FBO. There will be regular follow-ups with the Food Department at this stage.
Procurement of License
Once your license is ready we will mail it to you.
Registration Process
Brief description of how to get your FSSAI registration online
Reviewed by: BIATConsultant CA, CS, legal, tax, finance, and compliance expert team.
Last reviewed: May 28, 2026.
Relevant official references: Income Tax Department, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India.
Important note: Timelines, government fees, professional fees, document requirements, and approvals depend on the applicable authority, applicant profile, document readiness, and current regulatory process.
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What Are Document Required For DOT OSP Registration In India?
A declaration form stating all details mentioned are true.
- An authority letter stating permission for us to apply for FASSAI central License on your behalf.
- If you own the food factory or premises, the property papers are needed.
- In case the premises is a rented property, copy of rent agreement is needed.
- The self declared copy of the food Safety management System Plan.
- A copy of the electricity or water bill of the business place.
- A copy of Aadhar Card of the proprietor or Director of the company.
Food Manufacturing units need to show these additional Documents:
- The blue print or layout of the food processing unit.
- List all the machinery unit employed.
- A list of the food product desired to be manufactured.
- Pesticide residue reports of water.
What Is Validity Of FSSAI License?
Guidelines for FSSAI License Number
Renewing FASSAI Registration?
Do I need a FASSAI License for the import of foodstuff of sell in India?
Is it mandatory for 100% export units to get FASSAI Licensing?
What is the requirement when there is more than one warehouse within the same locality but different entities?
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