FSSAI Basic Registration
FSSAI Basic Registration for eligible petty and small food businesses under applicable KoB criteria.
FSSAI Basic Registration is Form A authorisation under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, filed through FoSCoS. Many eligible petty and small food businesses fall within the Registration category, subject to applicable Kind of Business and current FoSCoS eligibility criteria - not turnover alone. Basic Registration is typically simpler than State or Central licences and may not require an FSMS plan or mandatory inspection in every case, but requirements vary by activity. Complianceer confirms your KoB category on FoSCoS, prepares documents, files the application, and handles follow-up.
At a glance
- Eligibility: KoB-dependent; verify on FoSCoS
- Timeline: 7–15 working days (varies by state FDA processing load)
- Government fee: ₹100/year
- Professional fee: Starting from ₹1,499
Who needs this
- Petty retailers, hawkers, and small food vendors within Registration-eligible KoB categories
- Home-based bakers, tiffin services, and small cloud kitchens when Registration criteria apply
- Small-scale manufacturers and distributors within Registration limits for their activity
- New FBOs whose KoB and scale qualify for Registration rather than State or Central Licence
Benefits
- Legal authorisation to manufacture, store, distribute, or sell food in India
- 14-digit FSSAI number for display on menus, packaging, and invoices as required
- Simplified Form A path when Registration is the correct category for your KoB
- Foundation to upgrade to State or Central Licence when eligibility criteria change
- Document-ready filing through FoSCoS with Complianceer follow-up on queries
Eligibility
- Kind of Business and food activity must fall within Registration-eligible categories on FoSCoS
- Must not be engaged in Central-only activities (import, notified e-commerce operator categories, etc.)
- Must not require State-minimum activities for your KoB profile
- Premises suitable for food handling; applicant must meet FSS Act fit-and-proper requirements
Documents
- Form A (Basic Registration application) with passport-size photograph
- Identity proof such as Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, or Passport of proprietor/partner/director
- Address proof of business premises (rent agreement, utility bill, or property documents)
- List of food products/activities (manufacturing, retail, storage, catering, etc.)
- Partnership deed or Certificate of Incorporation (for firms and companies)
- NOC from municipality or panchayat (required in some states for home-based FBOs)
- Water test report from NABL-accredited lab (if required by state FDA for manufacturing)
FAQs
What is the difference between FSSAI registration and licence?
Registration (Form A), State Licence (Form B), and Central Licence are different categories. The correct one depends on your Kind of Business and FoSCoS eligibility criteria. Turnover is relevant for some activities but is not a universal rule - always verify on FoSCoS.
Can I run a cloud kitchen with Basic Registration?
Only if your KoB and applicable criteria qualify for Registration on FoSCoS. Many cloud kitchens require State Licence depending on activity and scale. Confirm your category before filing.
Do I need FSSAI for selling homemade pickles and snacks online?
Commercial food sales generally require FSSAI registration or licence. The applicable category depends on your KoB, activity, and FoSCoS criteria - not online channel alone. Many home sellers may qualify for Basic Registration, but verify first.