FSSAI State & Central License
Comprehensive food safety licensing for large manufacturers, importers, exporters, and large-scale restaurants.
Overview
Medium to large Food Business Operators (FBOs)—including manufacturers, large restaurants, hotels, importers, and transporters—must obtain an FSSAI State or Central License. A State License is required for FBOs with an annual turnover between Rs. 12 Lakhs and Rs. 20 Crores. A Central License is mandatory for FBOs with a turnover exceeding Rs. 20 Crores, or those operating in multiple states, or involved in import/export. These licenses involve rigorous scrutiny of hygiene, processing capabilities, and quality control systems (FSMS).
What is Included in Our Package
Detailed compliance and filing scope managed by JRC corporate experts.
Documents Required to Start
Upload digital files during onboarding. No physical submissions needed.
Standard Documents (State & Central)
- Form B duly completed and signed
- Blueprint/Layout plan of the processing unit
- List of Directors/Partners with full ID and address proofs
- List of machinery and equipment installed
- NOC from the local municipality or panchayat
Specific Documents (Manufacturing & Central)
- Food Safety Management System (FSMS) plan or certificate
- Water testing report from a NABL accredited laboratory
- Recall plan for products
- IEC Code (for importers/exporters)
Step-by-Step Registration Timeline
Our step-by-step advisory workflow.
Step 1: Document Compilation & FSMS Drafting
We compile the extensive documentation, including drafting the required Food Safety Management System plan.
Step 2: Form B Submission
The application is filed on the FoSCoS portal with the appropriate State or Central licensing authority.
Step 3: Query Resolution & Physical Inspection
The Food Safety Officer will scrutinize the application. They often schedule a physical inspection of the manufacturing or storage premises to verify hygiene standards.
Step 4: License Issuance
Upon clearing the inspection, the State or Central License is issued, valid for 1 to 5 years.
Key Advantages of an FSSAI License
A valid license allows you to scale your food operations nationally and internationally.
Export / Import Eligibility
A Central License is a mandatory prerequisite for exporting food products out of India or importing them for domestic sale.
Corporate Vendor Empanelment
Supplying food products to large retail chains, supermarkets, or government institutions strictly requires a State or Central License.
Legal Protection
Operating large food units without a license attracts severe penalties, factory sealing, and criminal prosecution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful answers to common regulatory inquiries.
I have operations in 3 different states. Which license do I need?▼
If you operate from premises located in more than one state, you must obtain a Central FSSAI License for the registered Head Office, and separate State Licenses/Registrations for each individual branch/warehouse.
What is a Water Testing Report?▼
For food manufacturers, the water used in the processing of food must be tested by a NABL accredited lab to ensure it meets drinking water parameters. We assist in arranging these tests.
Is it mandatory to file annual returns?▼
Yes. All FBOs holding a State or Central License (except pure traders/retailers) must file an Annual Return (Form D-1) by 31st May every year.
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