Procedure to Procure Specialist For Fssai Registration License

Food businesses in India must obtain a food license from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) to ensure compliance with food safety regulations. The documentation required varies based on the type and scale of the business, categorized as:

1. FSSAI Basic Registration (For small businesses with turnover up to ₹12 lakh)
2. FSSAI State License (For medium-scale businesses with turnover between ₹12 lakh – ₹20 crore)
3. FSSAI Central License (For large businesses with turnover above ₹20 crore or involved in import/export)

Below is a detailed breakdown of documents required for each category:

1. Common Documents Required for All FSSAI Registrations

Regardless of the category, the following documents are essential:

✅ Application Form (Form A or Form B)

• Form A – For Basic Registration
• Form B – For State or Central License

✅ Photo Identity & Address Proof of the Applicant

• AADHAAR Card, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License, or any government-issued ID of the proprietor, partner, or authorized signatory.

✅ Business Registration Proof (Depends on Business Type)

• Proprietorship: AADHAAR Card, PAN Card, or GST Certificate
• Partnership Firm: Partnership Deed and PAN of the firm
• Private Limited / Public Limited Company: Certificate of Incorporation, MOA & AOA
• Co-operative Society: Certificate of Registration

✅ PAN Card of the Business Entity

✅ List of Food Products to be Manufactured or Sold

• A detailed list of all food categories being handled by the business.

✅ Declaration Form

• A self-declaration affirming compliance with the FSSAI Act & Regulations.

✅ Passport-size Photograph of the Applicant

✅ Proof of Business Premises

• If Owned: Property tax receipt or sale deed.
• If Rented: Rental Agreement or No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the property owner.

✅ NOC from Municipality or Local Panchayat

• Required for food businesses operating from a physical location.

✅ Water Test Report (For Food & Beverage Businesses)

• If the business involves food manufacturing or processing, a water test report from a recognized laboratory is necessary.

2. Additional Documents for FSSAI State & Central License

✅ Food Safety Management System (FSMS) Plan

• A document outlining the food safety control measures and standards followed by the business.

✅ Layout Plan of the Processing Unit

• A blueprint or layout of the food manufacturing or storage facility.

✅ List of Machinery & Equipment Used

• If engaged in manufacturing, a list of equipment with specifications.

✅ Import-Export Code (IEC Certificate) (For Food Importers & Exporters)

• If dealing with imported/exported food items, an IEC certificate issued by DGFT is mandatory.

✅ NOC from Fire & Pollution Department

• Required for large-scale food manufacturers, hotels, and processing units.

✅ Medical Certificates of Food Handlers & Workers

• Ensuring all employees involved in food handling are medically fit.

✅ Pesticide Residue Report (For Packaged Food or Agricultural Produce)

• For businesses involved in dairy, organic products, or packaged foods.

✅ No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Food Safety Officer (FSO)

• May be required for certain high-risk food businesses.