What is an FSSAI registration application?
FSSAI stands for Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, issues food safety standards, and carries on control over food quality by implementing various control for food business operators and issuing registration certificates and licenses.
What is FSSAI registration?
A food business must obtain the FSSAI registration or licence that applies to its activity. The certificate shows the FSSAI number and validity period. FoSCoS will show whether inspection is required for the application.
What is the difference between FSSAI registration and FSSAI licence?
For new applications from 1 April 2026, the general registration band covers annual turnover up to ₹1.5 crore. A State licence generally applies above ₹1.5 crore and up to ₹50 crore; a Central licence generally applies above ₹50 crore. Check the food activity and premises in FoSCoS before selecting a category.
How to apply for an FSSAI licence
Check the activity and premises, prepare the required documents, and submit the application through FoSCoS. Review the government fee shown for the selected category before payment. Track any query or inspection request and renew the licence before it expires.
Original article link: FSSAI registration service information
Sources and editorial note
Written by R. Parasuraman, Founder, with 20 years experience in Tax and Business Compliance. This guide retains the published ChennaiRegistration article and has been reviewed against the cited current sources.