Retailer
Grocery stores, kirana shops and retail food outlets selling packaged or loose food.
Apply nowGovernment Compliance Portal
Get your FSSAI Food Licence without the paperwork
Apply online in minutes. Our experts handle documentation, filing and follow-up until your licence is issued.
- Applications Processed
- 48,000+
- Average Approval
- 7 Days
- Expert Support
- 7 Days a Week
OTP-verified applications
Every application is linked to a mobile number you verify yourself — no account needed to apply.
Kind of Business
Pick your Kind of Business to get started
Apply for a new FSSAI licence or renew an existing one. Your Kind of Business and annual turnover decide the licence type and the all-inclusive fee.
Wholesaler
Bulk supply of food products to retailers, institutions and distributors.
Apply nowCloud Kitchen
Delivery-only kitchens operating through food aggregators or your own app.
Apply nowRestaurant / Hotel
Dine-in restaurants, cafes, hotels, dhabas and banquet halls.
Apply nowManufacturer / Processing Unit
Food manufacturing, processing, packing and repacking units.
Apply nowTransporter
Refrigerated vans, food logistics and cold-chain transport operators.
Apply nowImporter / Exporter
Import or export of food products, requiring a Central Licence.
Apply nowStorage / Cold Store
Warehouses, cold stores and controlled atmosphere storage of food.
Apply nowCaterer
Event catering, canteens, mid-day meal and institutional catering services.
Apply nowFood Vending / Petty Vendor
Hawkers, stalls, food carts and temporary stall holders.
Apply nowWhy It Matters
Benefits of holding a valid FSSAI licence
Legal Compliance
Operate your food business lawfully and avoid penalties of up to Rs. 5 lakh under the FSS Act.
Customer Trust
Display your licence number on packaging and premises to build instant credibility with buyers.
Business Expansion
A valid licence is mandatory to list on Swiggy, Zomato, Amazon, Flipkart and BigBasket.
Bank & Loan Support
Financial institutions require an FSSAI licence for working-capital and business loans.
Import & Export
A Central licence unlocks cross-border food trade and customs clearance.
Government Tenders
Eligibility for institutional supply contracts and government food tenders.
How It Works
Six steps from application to licence
A single guided flow — you never have to visit a government office.
- 01
Choose Your Category
Select the licence type that matches your turnover and business activity.
- 02
Fill the Application
Enter applicant, business and product details in a single guided form.
- 03
Upload Documents
Attach identity, address and business proofs in PDF, JPG or PNG format.
- 04
Verify Mobile & Pay
Confirm your mobile number with an OTP and complete the secure payment.
- 05
Expert Review & Filing
Our consultants verify your file and submit it to the licensing authority.
- 06
Licence Issued
Track progress live and download your licence PDF the moment it is issued.
Documents
What you need to keep ready
Upload scanned copies in PDF, JPG or PNG. Our team verifies every file before filing.
Aadhaar Card
Aadhaar of the proprietor, partners or directors.
PAN Card
PAN of the applicant and of the business entity, if separate.
Passport Photograph
A recent colour passport-size photograph of the applicant.
Address Proof
Proof of the business premises address.
Electricity Bill
A recent utility bill for the business premises.
Rent Agreement
Required if the premises are rented or leased.
Partnership Deed
For partnership firms, or the incorporation certificate for companies.
GST Certificate
Required where the business is registered under GST.
Latest Updates
News from the portal
Central Licence processing now faster
Central Licence applications filed through the portal are now being processed within 7 working days on average.
SMS renewal reminders enabled
All licence holders now receive an SMS reminder 60 days before expiry, in addition to email.
New cloud kitchen category added
Delivery-only kitchens can now apply under a dedicated category with a reduced consultancy fee.
Digital licence download
Issued licences are now available as an instant PDF download from your dashboard.
FAQ
Questions food business owners ask
Still deciding which licence to take?
Talk to a consultant. We will confirm the right category for your turnover and activity before you pay anything.
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