Who must take FSSAI Basic Registration (Form A)?

Any petty food business operator - defined under s.3(1)(oe) FSS Act 2006 - with annual turnover up to ₹12 lakh OR operating below the Schedule 1 capacity thresholds (e.g., dairy ≤500 LPD, slaughtering ≤2 large animals/day, retail / hawker / itinerant vendor / temporary stallholder) must register in Form A under Regulation 2.1.2 of the FSS (Licensing and Registration) Regulations 2011.

What is the difference between FSSAI Registration and FSSAI Licence?

Registration (Form A → Form C, 14-digit number starting with "1") is for petty FBOs with turnover ≤₹12 lakh; Licence (Form B → 14-digit number starting with "1" for State or "2" for Central) is for larger FBOs. Registration is processed by the local Registering Authority in 7 days; Licence is processed by the State/Central Designated Officer within 60 days under s.33 FSS Act.

Is FSSAI Basic Registration mandatory for a home-based food business?

Yes - any home kitchen selling food (even on a small scale, e.g., tiffin service / home-made pickle / cake baking for sale) is a "food business" under s.3(1)(o) FSS Act and requires either Form A registration (if turnover ≤₹12 lakh) or Form B licence (if turnover exceeds ₹12 lakh).

What is the government fee for FSSAI Basic Registration?

₹100 per year (Schedule 2 to FSS [L&R] Regulations 2011). The FBO may opt for 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 years validity - total fee ₹100 / ₹200 / ₹300 / ₹400 / ₹500 respectively. Fee is payable online via the FoSCoS portal using Bharat Kosh / SBI e-Pay.

How long does it take to get FSSAI Basic Registration?

The statutory timeline is 7 days from submission of a complete Form A application (Regulation 2.1.2[5]). In practice, FoSCoS issues Form C within 1-3 working days for clean applications. If inspection is required (in case of doubt), the timeline may extend to 15-30 days.

Do Form A registrants need to file the FSSAI Annual Return (Form D1)?

No - Regulation 2.1.13(1) of the FSS (L&R) Regulations 2011 mandates Form D1 filing only for licensees (Form B - State and Central). Form A registrants are exempt from Form D1. However, Form A registrants must still renew the registration every 1-5 years and comply with Schedule 4 hygiene requirements.

What happens if I operate my food business without FSSAI Registration?

Operating a petty food business without registration is an offence under s.32 read with s.59 FSS Act 2006 - penalty up to ₹25,000 (subsequent offence up to ₹50,000). If your turnover exceeds ₹12 lakh and you operate without a State Licence, the penalty under s.59 escalates to imprisonment up to 6 months + fine up to ₹5 lakh.

Can I convert my FSSAI Basic Registration to a State Licence if my turnover grows?

Yes - Form A registration can be **upgraded to Form B State Licence** by filing an application on FoSCoS under "Modification of Registration → Conversion to Licence". The Form C is surrendered and a new Form B licence is issued; the balance fee for the remaining validity period of Form C is adjusted against the new licence fee.

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FSSAI Basic Registration in Chennai

Get professional FSSAI Basic Registration services with I-Pro Solutions. Transparent fees, fast turnaround, expert guidance.

Statutory basis: Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006; FSS (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations, 2011.

Turnaround

7–14 Days

₹

Starts from

₹1,599

Money-back accuracy

Guaranteed

Total starting from

₹1,599

Professional + estimated government fee

Professional fee₹1,499 starts with

Government fee (est.)₹100 (Chennai)

Turnaround7–14 Days

Money-back accuracy. CA/CS specialist. Tracked client portal.

CONFIRMEDverified 25 Aug 2026

Total starting from

₹1,599

7–14 Days

Prof: ₹1,499•Govt: ₹100• Guaranteed

Dedicated specialist

CA-led, named point of contact

Tracked client portal

Real-time status, end-to-end

Money-back accuracy

Refile-free if our error

Flat-fee pricing

No hidden charges, ever

About this service

FSSAI Registration is a mandatory statutory authorization issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under the FSS Act, 2006. Every Food Business Operator (FBO)—ranging from cloud kitchens, food manufacturers, transporters, distributors, to retail outlets—must secure registration or licensing prior to commencing operations. Applications are filed digitally via the FoSCoS portal with mandatory hygiene disclosures.

Eligibility & thresholds

Minimum

Basic: Annual turnover up to ₹12 Lakh
State: Turnover ₹12 Lakh to ₹20 Crore
Central: Turnover above ₹20 Crore / Multi-state

Maximum

Production capacity criteria apply
1 to 5 years registration validity
Quarterly/annual compliance returns

Statutory floor

FSMS plan & hygiene disclosure mandatory
NOC from local municipality/gram panchayat
14-digit FSSAI number display required

What's included

Everything in one transparent fee — no add-ons, no surprises.

Category Assessment

Turnover and production scale evaluation to select Basic, State, or Central license.

FoSCoS Portal Filing

Direct submission of Form A / Form B on the official food safety portal.

Document Validation

Scrutiny of premises proofs, water test reports, list of food products, and layout plans.

FSMS Hygiene Declarations

Drafting compliant Food Safety Management System declarations and owner affidavits.

Query Resolution

Immediate response to Food Safety Officer (FSO) inspections or clarification requests.

14-Digit License Delivery

Digital certificate issuance with guidance on mandatory packaging and premises display.

Government Fee Breakdown

Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. All figures verified as of 25 August 2026.

Fee Component	Amount (₹)	Basis / Authority
FSSAI Basic Registration in Chennai Statutory Fee	₹100	Official government fee schedule (separate from professional fee)Statutory Authority
Total Government Fee	₹100	(for default assumptions stated below)

Fee Component

FSSAI Basic Registration in Chennai Statutory Fee

Amount (₹)

₹100

Basis / Authority

Official government fee schedule (separate from professional fee)Statutory Authority

Total Government Fee

₹100

(for default assumptions stated below)

Government charges only — verified statutory schedule for Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Professional fee separate.

Required documents

Each list identifies exactly what to provide — and what you do not need to submit. Use the accordions to expand.

1
**Photo ID proof of FBO** (Aadhaar / PAN / passport / voter ID / driving licence);
**Photo ID proof of FBO** (Aadhaar / PAN / passport / voter ID / driving licence);
2
**Address proof of FBO** (Aadhaar / utility bill not older than 3 months / bank statement);
**Address proof of FBO** (Aadhaar / utility bill not older than 3 months / bank statement);
3
**Passport-size photograph** of FBO / authorised person;
**Passport-size photograph** of FBO / authorised person;
4
**Photograph of premises** showing the food business activity (front of shop, interior, equipment -
**Photograph of premises** showing the food business activity (front of shop, interior, equipment - typically 2-3 photos);
5
**Proof of possession of premises** - rental agreement / lease deed / electricity bill / NOC from ow
**Proof of possession of premises** - rental agreement / lease deed / electricity bill / NOC from owner (if rented);
6
**List of food products** proposed to be handled / manufactured / sold;
**List of food products** proposed to be handled / manufactured / sold;
7
**NOC from local authority / Municipality / Gram Panchayat** (where applicable - particularly for me
**NOC from local authority / Municipality / Gram Panchayat** (where applicable - particularly for meat / fish / milk vending);
8
**Declaration of compliance with Schedule 4 hygienic practices** (self-declaration in Form A Part V)
**Declaration of compliance with Schedule 4 hygienic practices** (self-declaration in Form A Part V);
9
For partnership / company - **PAN of entity, partnership deed / Certificate of Incorporation, board
For partnership / company - **PAN of entity, partnership deed / Certificate of Incorporation, board resolution authorising signatory**.

How it works

Each step is labelled with who performs it — Customer, I-Pro, or the Regulator. Form names are linked to the official portal.

1
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 1: **I-Pro**
2
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 2: **FBO / I-Pro**
3
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 3: **I-Pro**
4
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 4: **I-Pro**
5
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 5: **FBO**
6
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 6: **Registering Authority**
7
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 7: **Registering Authority**
8
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 8: **I-Pro**
9
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 9: **I-Pro**
10
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 10: **I-Pro**

Post-registration compliance

What to file next. I-Pro handles these as part of the annual compliance package.

Filing	Form	Deadline
Annual Food Safety Return FoSCoS / FSSAI	`Form D-1`	Annually by 31 May
License Renewal Application FoSCoS / FSSAI	`Form A/B Renewal`	At least 30 days prior to license expiry
Water Potability Testing Report FSSAI	`Lab Analysis Report`	Semi-annually from NABL accredited lab
Food Safety Supervisor (FSS) Nomination FSSAI	`FoSTaC Certificate`	Prior to commercial operation

Filing

Annual Food Safety Return

FoSCoS / FSSAI

Form

Form D-1

Deadline

Annually by 31 May

Filing

License Renewal Application

FoSCoS / FSSAI

Form

Form A/B Renewal

Deadline

At least 30 days prior to license expiry

Filing

Water Potability Testing Report

FSSAI

Form

Lab Analysis Report

Deadline

Semi-annually from NABL accredited lab

Filing

Food Safety Supervisor (FSS) Nomination

FSSAI

Form

FoSTaC Certificate

Deadline

Prior to commercial operation

Penalties for non-compliance

Statutory penalties under governing regulatory provisions. Avoid non-compliance delays.

Non-compliance	Provision	Penalty
Operating food business without FSSAI license	Section 63 of FSS Act 2006	Imprisonment up to 6 months and fine up to ₹5 Lakh
Delay in filing Annual Return (Form D-1)	Regulation 2.1.13 FSS (Licensing) Regulations	₹100 per day of delay up to license suspension
Non-display of 14-digit FSSAI license number	Section 31 & Licensing Conditions	Statutory improvement notice + compoundable fines

Non-compliance

Operating food business without FSSAI license

Provision

Section 63 of FSS Act 2006

Penalty

Imprisonment up to 6 months and fine up to ₹5 Lakh

Non-compliance

Delay in filing Annual Return (Form D-1)

Provision

Regulation 2.1.13 FSS (Licensing) Regulations

Penalty

₹100 per day of delay up to license suspension

Non-compliance

Non-display of 14-digit FSSAI license number

Provision

Section 31 & Licensing Conditions

Penalty

Statutory improvement notice + compoundable fines

Common mistakes to avoid

Avoidable filing errors that cause delays or rejection. Each can be resolved before submission.

1
Selecting Basic Registration instead of State/Central License
Why: Operating under the wrong turnover or capacity tier attracts Section 63 penalties (imprisonment and fines up to ₹5 Lakh).
Fix: We audit your turnover and production metrics to determine the exact statutory license category.
2
Missing FSMS hygiene plan or expired water test report
Why: Manufacturing and catering applications without compliant hygiene protocols face rejection on FoSCoS.
Fix: We draft customized Food Safety Management System declarations and guide required test certifications.
3
Not displaying 14-digit FSSAI number on packaging and premises
Why: Section 31 requires prominent display; failure leads to non-compliance notices during surprise audits.
Fix: We provide pre-formatted statutory display templates upon license grant.

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