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FSSAI License Checklist

A checklist to obtain and maintain the correct FSSAI registration or licence for a food business.

FSSAI LICENSE CHECKLIST

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India licence formalities

Determine Category

  • ☐ Assess annual turnover and scale of operations
  • ☐ Basic Registration (turnover up to Rs 12 lakh)
  • ☐ State Licence (Rs 12 lakh to Rs 20 crore)
  • ☐ Central Licence (above Rs 20 crore / import-export)

Documents

  • ☐ Photo ID and address proof of proprietor / directors
  • ☐ Passport-size photograph of applicant
  • ☐ Proof of premises (rent agreement / utility bill)
  • ☐ Business constitution proof (GST / incorporation)
  • ☐ List of food products / categories handled
  • ☐ Food safety management plan (for licence)
  • ☐ Layout plan of the processing unit, if applicable

Application

  • ☐ Register on the FoSCoS portal
  • ☐ File Form A (registration) or Form B (licence)
  • ☐ Pay the applicable government fee
  • ☐ Respond to any query / inspection
  • ☐ Download the FSSAI certificate on approval

Post-Licence Compliance

  • ☐ Display FSSAI number on premises and packaging
  • ☐ Maintain hygiene and sanitary conditions
  • ☐ Get food handlers medically examined
  • ☐ File annual return (Form D1) where applicable
  • ☐ Renew licence before expiry

Note: The FSSAI number must be printed on every food label and invoice; operating without a valid licence is a punishable offence.

Before you use it — fill in / check

  • Business/entity
  • Date
  • Responsible person

How to use this template

  1. Read through and replace every [bracketed] or blank placeholder with your actual details.
  2. Delete any clause that doesn't apply and add anything specific to your situation.
  3. Click Print / Save as PDF to download, or Copy text to paste into your letterhead.
  4. Get it signed / stamped / notarised as required, and keep a copy for your records.

This is a general, editable template for convenience only — not legal advice. For anything material, have a professional review it. TaxClue isn't liable for how it's used.