Food Safety. Legal Confidence.
FSSAI (Food License) Registration in India
FSSAI registration is mandatory. Start Bharat gets your food license approved quickly and legally.
OverviewThe Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) regulates food businesses through mandatory licensing and registration. Without an FSSAI license, manufacturing, storage, sale, or distribution of food products is illegal and punishable under law. Start Bharat simplifies the FSSAI process — whether you need a Basic, State, or Central License — by handling documentation, filing, inspection follow-ups, and renewal reminders.
Who Is This For?Start Bharat’s FSSAI registration is suitable for every food-related business, big or small.:
Restaurants, Cafes & Food Trucks
Dine-in, takeaway, and on-the-go outlets preparing or serving food to customers in any format.
Cloud Kitchens and Online Delivery Brands
Delivery-only kitchens operating on platforms like Swiggy, Zomato, or using their own tech stack.
Packaged Food Sellers (Retail or Wholesale)
Traders, retailers, and distributors of bottled, canned, boxed, or processed food items.
Home-Based Food Businesses
Bakers, tiffin services, caterers, or anyone preparing food at home and selling it commercially.
Food Manufacturers and Processors
Units involved in food production, labelling, packaging, or transformation of raw materials into finished goods.
Solutions OfferedStart Bharat helps you get the right food license — error-free, government-ready, and timely delivered.
Benefits FSSAI registration ensures food safety, consumer trust, and legal readiness — protecting your business from penalties and poor reputation.
Step-by-Step ProcessStart Bharat gets your food license ready in just a few easy steps:
Share Business Details & Turnover Estimate
We collect PAN, Aadhaar, business address proof, food activity, and estimated turnover to determine license type.
Prepare & Submit FSSAI Form A or B
Based on your category, we prepare and file Form A (Basic) or Form B (State/Central) with all required attachments.
Government Follow-up and Clarification
If inspection or officer follow-up is needed, we assist during site visit scheduling or additional document provision.
Receive License Certificate and Display Format
Once approved, we email your license certificate and provide proper display formats for packaging or kitchens.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve amassed a large number of frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Yes. Even if you operate from home, you need FSSAI registration if you’re selling to the public.
It depends on your turnover and operation:
- Basic: Up to ₹12 lakh
- State: ₹12 lakh to ₹20 crore
- Central: ₹20 crore+ or export/import business
Usually 7–14 working days depending on location, type of license, and officer workload.
No. Each business premise requires a separate FSSAI registration — even for cloud kitchens in different zones.
Yes. All bottled water, juice, soft drinks, and edible liquids need specific FSSAI licenses and packaging compliance.
Yes. You can switch from Basic to State or State to Central by applying for modification with correct turnover proof.