FSSAI License Cost & Requirements Calculator
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Government fee breakdown
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Under the Food Safety and Standards Act 2006, operating without a valid FSSAI licence can attract:
• Up to ₹5 Lakh fine for manufacturing/selling unsafe food
• 6 months imprisonment for operating without registration
• Business closure by the food safety officer
• Up to ₹10 Lakh for causing injury or death through food
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Disclaimer: Government fees based on the FSSAI fee schedule. State licence fees can vary slightly by state; consult your state food authority for exact amounts. Government fees only — professional fees are not included. For guidance only.
Basic vs State vs Central — by turnover
Your annual turnover decides which of the three FSSAI licence categories you must apply for. Importers and multi-state operators always need a Central licence regardless of turnover.
| Turnover | Up to ₹1.5 Cr/yr |
| Govt fee | ₹100 / year |
| Form | Form A |
| Best for | Petty / home food |
| Turnover | ₹1.5 Cr – ₹50 Cr |
| Govt fee | ₹2,000 / year* |
| Form | Form B |
| Best for | Most SMEs |
| Turnover | Above ₹50 Cr |
| Govt fee | ₹7,500 / year |
| Form | Form B |
| Best for | Large / importer |
Government fee per year
The FSSAI government fee is a fixed annual amount that depends only on your licence category — not on your revenue within a band. You pay it upfront for the number of years you apply for.
Documents & key terms explained
Form A vs Form B
Form A is the simple registration for petty food businesses (Basic). Form B is the licence application used for both State and Central licences and needs more supporting documents.
FoSCoS & FSCR
All applications are filed on FoSCoS (foscos.fssai.gov.in). From FY 2026-27, licences are perpetual but you must file an annual Food Safety Compliance Report and pay the annual fee.
Common documents
Photo ID of the proprietor/partners, proof of premises (rent deed or ownership), a list of food products, and — for manufacturers — an FSMS plan and unit layout. Importers must have an IEC code.
Why importers get Central
Import and export of food, e-commerce aggregation and operating in more than one state all trigger a Central licence regardless of turnover — it is issued by FSSAI HQ, New Delhi.
Questions people ask
Short answers on FSSAI Cost Calculator. Tap a question to open it.
01What are the types of FSSAI licences and their fees?
FSSAI has three categories: Basic Registration (turnover below Rs 1.5 crore) costs Rs 100 per year; State Licence (turnover Rs 1.5 crore to Rs 50 crore) costs Rs 2,000-5,000 per year; Central Licence (turnover above Rs 50 crore or exporters/importers) costs Rs 7,500 per year.
02Is FSSAI licence mandatory for home-based food businesses?
Yes. Any food business operator (FBO) including home-based bakers, tiffin services, and cloud kitchens must obtain at least FSSAI Basic Registration before commencing operations. Operating without FSSAI registration can attract a penalty of up to Rs 5 lakh.
03What is the validity and renewal process for an FSSAI licence?
A licence issued on or after 1 April 2026 no longer expires — under the 2026 amendment to the FSS (Licensing and Registration) Regulations it stays valid unless it is suspended, cancelled or surrendered. Instead you pay an annual fee on FoSCoS (it can be paid for several years in advance); if the annual fee or the annual return is missed, the licence is treated as suspended. Licences issued before 1 April 2026 keep their original expiry date and are renewed on FoSCoS before they lapse.
04What additional costs are involved in FSSAI registration apart from the licence fee?
Beyond the FSSAI licence or registration fee, some businesses need water testing reports, a food safety audit where required, or changes to the premises to meet hygiene standards, and some states require a separate municipal food trade licence. These are not FSSAI fees, so the calculator shows only the FSSAI government fee.
05What documents are required for FSSAI State Licence?
Required documents include proof of identity and address of the FBO, proof of business premises (ownership or rent agreement), list of food products to be manufactured or sold, layout plan of the premises, partnership deed or incorporation certificate, and food safety management system plan.
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Disclaimer: This tool gives indicative results for general guidance only and is not professional advice. Please verify with a qualified CA before acting on the numbers.