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Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for FSSAI Registration Online

Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for FSSAI Registration Online

Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for FSSAI Registration Online

 

Ready-to-use Checklist Template For Quick Applying

 

Separate licenses required for multiple locations.

 

 

Business Reporter

New Delhi: April 14, 2026:

 

Step-by-Step Guide: Applying for FSSAI Registration Online

1. Identify the Type of License

  • Basic Registration: For turnover up to ₹12 lakh.
  • State License: For turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹2 crore.
  • Central License: For turnover above ₹2 crore or businesses operating in multiple states.

First, determine your category based on turnover and scale of operations.

 

2. Gather Required Documents

You’ll need to keep these ready:

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  • Passport-size photograph of applicant
  • Identity proof (PAN card, Aadhaar card, voter ID)
  • Proof of business premises (rental agreement, utility bill, property papers)
  • List of food products to be handled
  • Incorporation certificate/partnership deed (for companies/partnerships)
  • NOC from municipality or local body (if applicable)

 

3. Visit the Official Portal

  • Go to the FSSAI Food Licensing & Registration System (FLRS) or the newer FoSCoS portal (Food Safety Compliance System).
  • Create a login ID using your email and mobile number.

 

4. Fill the Application Form

  • Select the type of license (Basic/State/Central).
  • Enter details of your business: name, address, product category, turnover, etc.
  • Upload scanned copies of required documents.

 

5. Pay the Fees

  • Fees vary depending on the type of license and validity period (1–5 years).
  • Payment can be made online through net banking, credit/debit card, or other available options.

 

6. Submit and Track Application

  • After submission, you’ll receive an Application Reference Number (ARN).
  • Use this ARN to track the status of your application online.

 

7. Inspection (if required)

  • For certain categories, FSSAI officials may conduct a site inspection before granting the license.

 

8. Download Your Certificate

  • Once approved, you can download the FSSAI registration certificate directly from the portal.
  • Display the certificate prominently at your business premises.

 

✅ Key Notes

  • Apply for renewal before expiry to avoid penalties.
  • If operating in multiple locations, obtain separate licenses for each.
  • Ensure all details are accurate—errors can delay approval.

 

Here’s a ready-to-use checklist template you can keep handy while applying for FSSAI registration online. It’s structured so you can print it or use it digitally as a quick reference:

 

FSSAI Registration Checklist

 

Step 1: Identify License Type

  • ☐ Basic Registration (Turnover up to ₹12 lakh)
  • ☐ State License (Turnover ₹12 lakh – ₹2 crore)
  • ☐ Central License (Turnover above ₹2 crore or multi-state operations)

 

Step 2: Collect Required Documents

  • ☐ Passport-size photograph of applicant
  • ☐ Identity proof (PAN card / Aadhaar card / Voter ID)
  • ☐ Proof of business premises (Rental agreement / Utility bill / Property papers)
  • ☐ List of food products handled
  • ☐ Incorporation certificate / Partnership deed (for companies/partnerships)
  • ☐ NOC from municipality/local body (if applicable)

 

Step 3: Portal Access

  • ☐ Visit FoSCoS (Food Safety Compliance System) portal
  • ☐ Create login ID with email and mobile number

 

Step 4: Application Form

  • ☐ Select license type (Basic / State / Central)
  • ☐ Enter business details (name, address, product category, turnover)
  • ☐ Upload scanned documents

 

Step 5: Payment

  • ☐ Pay applicable fees online (based on license type and validity period)

 

Step 6: Submission & Tracking

  • ☐ Submit application
  • ☐ Note Application Reference Number (ARN)
  • ☐ Track status online

 

Step 7: Inspection (if required)

  • ☐ Prepare premises for inspection by FSSAI officials

 

Step 8: Certificate Download

  • ☐ Download approved FSSAI certificate from portal
  • ☐ Display certificate at business premises

 

✅ Quick Reminders

  • Apply for renewal before expiry (validity 1–5 years).
  • Separate licenses required for multiple locations.
  • Accuracy in details avoids delays.

 

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