FSSAI Registration in Lucknow & PAN India
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What is a FSSAI Registration in India?
FSSAI Registration is the mandatory licensing or registration process for food businesses in India under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. It is regulated by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. FSSAI registration ensures that food products are safe, hygienic, and suitable for consumption. The primary purpose is to regulate food businesses, maintain food safety standards, and build consumer trust.
Eligibility for FSSAI Registration
- Food manufacturers and processors
- Traders, wholesalers, and retailers of food products
- Restaurants, cafes, and hotels
- Cloud kitchens and home-based food businesses
- Food importers and exporters
- Transporters and distributors of food items
- Online food sellers and e-commerce food platforms
Documents Required
- PAN card of proprietor/partner/director
- Aadhaar card / identity proof
- Passport-size photograph
- Business address proof (electricity bill, rent agreement)
- Food business details (nature of activity)
- List of food products handled
- Partnership deed / incorporation documents (if applicable)
- Kitchen layout and food safety declaration (for license cases)
Types of FSSAI Registration
Basic FSSAI Registration
- For small food businesses with turnover up to ₹12 lakh
State FSSAI License
- For medium-sized businesses with turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore
Central FSSAI License
- For large businesses, importers, exporters, and pan-India operations
How to Apply for FSSAI Registration
- Determine the applicable type of FSSAI registration
- Apply online on the FoSCoS (FSSAI) portal
- Fill the application form with business details
- Upload required documents
- Pay the prescribed government fee
- Submit the application
- Registration/License is issued after verification and inspection (if required)
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, every food business operator involved in manufacturing, processing, storage, distribution, or sale of food must obtain FSSAI registration or license.
FSSAI registration/license is valid for 1 to 5 years, depending on the period selected.
Basic registration usually takes 3–7 working days; licenses may take longer due to inspection.
Yes, home kitchens and cloud kitchens are required to obtain FSSAI registration.
No, GST is not mandatory unless required under GST laws.
Penalties can go up to ₹5 lakh along with possible imprisonment.
No, FSSAI registration is governed by FSSAI and does not involve the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).