FSSAI State License

The FSSAI State License is governed by the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 and the Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations, 2011. These regulations prescribe the criteria for licensing, including turnover thresholds, hygiene conditions, and documentation requirements. The Act establishes the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) as the central authority, while state licenses are administered by the respective State Food Safety Authorities.

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is the central regulatory body. For state licenses, the application is processed through the FoSCoS (Food Safety Compliance System) portal at foscos.fssai.gov.in. The respective State Food Safety Authority (e.g., the Commissioner of Food Safety of the state) is the issuing department. Applicants must apply online through FoSCoS and select the appropriate state license category.

The application process for FSSAI State License Online India is entirely online via the FoSCoS portal. The steps are:

1. Registration on FoSCoS: Create an account using a valid email and mobile number.
2. Form Selection: Choose the 'State License' application form (Form B).
3. Document Upload: Upload required documents such as identity proof, address proof, food safety management plan, and premises layout.
4. Fee Payment: Pay the prescribed fee online (see Fees section).
5. Verification: The state authority may inspect the premises before approval.
6. License Issuance: Upon approval, the license is issued digitally with a unique FSSAI license number.

The primary form for FSSAI State License Online India is Form B as per the Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations, 2011. Supporting documents include:

• Identity proof of the proprietor/partners/directors (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.)
• Address proof of the business premises
• List of food products to be manufactured/handled
• Food safety management system plan (if applicable)
• Layout plan of the premises
• NOC from local municipality or health department (if required)

Eligibility for FSSAI State License Online India depends on the annual turnover of the food business:

• Turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore: The business must obtain a State License.
• Businesses with turnover below ₹12 lakh: Only a Basic Registration (Form A) is required.
• Businesses with turnover above ₹20 crore: Must apply for a Central License.

Additionally, the business must comply with hygiene and sanitation requirements under Schedule 4 of the Regulations. Certain high-risk food categories may require additional approvals.

The processing time for FSSAI State License Online India varies by state and completeness of application. The authority aims to process applications within 60 days of submission. However, delays may occur if documents are incomplete or if a physical inspection is required. Applicants are advised to track their application status on the FoSCoS portal.

The government-prescribed fees for FSSAI State License Online India are as follows (subject to change):

Note: Fees are as per FSSAI notification. Additional state-specific charges may apply.