FSSAI State License Registration Process

FSSAI is a mandatory food license for all Food Business Operators (FBOs), except for small-scale food businesses. Small-scale food business operators need to register. Hence, applying for the FSSAI State License, the FBO must have a turnover between Rs 12 lakh and Rs 20 crore. FSSAI registration is initiated by submitting Form A (application for Registration) or Form B (application for State and Central License) to the Food and Safety Department or by applying online on the FoSCoS portal. The required documents must be submitted with the application.

A food state license is a mandatory compliance for the food and restaurant business manufacturers that certifies the safety of food products supplied or manufactured by various organizations in India. FSSAI registration is initiated by submitting Form A (application for Registration) or Form B (application for State and Central License) to the Food and Safety Department or by applying online on the FoSCoS portal. The required documents must be submitted with the application.

It is mandatory for all FBOs, except small-scale businesses, to obtain an FSSAI License. It is classified into two categories: State FSSAI License and Central FSSAI License, based solely on the size of the business, whether it is medium-scale or large-scale.

Typically, FBOs have large manufacturers, importers, and exporters involved in the large-scale food business, which requires them to obtain FSSAI registration from the Central government. In contrast, FBOs with minor to medium-sized manufacturing units, transporters, marketers, and traders are required to obtain FSSAI registration from the state government.

FSSAI State License Registration Process

• Firstly, the FBO must create a Username and password for FLRS. You require either a valid email ID or a Mobile Number.
• To get a certificate, you must fill out Form B and attach the FBO photo identity and the respective state or central fee.
• You also have to submit the certificate of incorporation and the required rental agreement for the office or shops. Along with the copies and certificate, you also need to provide an FSSAI State License with the list of food products you deal in, a plan for maintaining the safety and standard of the products, and other required documents.
• The department either accepts or rejects the application. If denied, the applicant shall be informed accordingly.
• Subsequently, you will receive a verification by FSSAI and an inspection officer from the FSSAI. Once it ensures that you have followed all the set standards and submitted genuine documents, you will be assigned the certificate within a 7-30 day bracket.
• FBO should prominently display the registration certification at the place of business during business hours.

1. To obtain a central license, a state license, or a registration certificate, you must check the eligibility requirements.

2. Then you have to provide the serial number, name, and all other information that the department has asked.

3. You can operate in more than one premise or unit and work in multiple districts or states.

4. The final step is to check your eligibility

Documents required For Obtaining FSSAI State License:

1. Form B duly completed and signed by the Proprietor or authorized Signatory
2. Plan of the processing unit showing the dimensions and operation-wise area allocation
3. List of Directors/ Partners/Proprietors with address, contact details, and photo ID
4. Name and list of equipment and machinery used, along with the number, installed capacity, and horsepower used
5. Photo ID and address proof issued by the Government authority of the Proprietor/Partner/Director (s)/Authorized Signatory, including Identity Proof such as a Ration Card, Voter ID Card, PAN Card, Driving License, Passport, Aadhar Card, Senior Citizen Card, Department Issued ID
6. List of food categories to be manufactured
7. An authority letter from the manufacturer named a responsible person and provided their address.
8. Analysis report of water to be used in the process to confirm the portability
9. Proof of possession of premises
10. Partnership deed/ affidavit of proprietorship
11. Copy of certificate obtained under the Coop Act 1861/Multistate Coop Act 2002
12. NOC & Copy of FSSAI State License Manufacturer (Mandatory for relabelled and repackers only)
13. Food safety management system plan or certificate (If any)
14. Source of milk or procurement plan for milk, including the location of milk collection centres, etc., in case of Milk and  Milk Products processing units
15. Source of raw material for milk, meat, etc
16. Pesticide residues report of water in case of units manufacturing packaged drinking water, packaged mineral water, and/or carbonated water from a recognized/public health laboratory
17. Recall plan wherever applicable
18. NOCs from the Municipality or the local body
19. Form IX: Nomination of Persons by a Company along with the Board Resolution
20. Certificate provided by the Ministry of Tourism (Mandatory only for Hotels)
21. For Transporters, supporting documentary proof for turnover or self-declaration of the number of Vehicles.
22. Declaration form (In the case of Delhi and Himachal Pradesh)