When do I need an FSSAI State Licence instead of Basic Registration?

You must apply for a State Licence in Form B when your annual food-business turnover exceeds ₹12 lakh AND is below ₹20 crore (Regulation 2.1.3 of FSS [L&R] Regulations 2011), or when your capacity exceeds the petty thresholds in Schedule 1 (e.g., dairy >500 LPD, vegetable oil >100 kg/day) even if turnover is below ₹12 lakh.

What is the fee for an FSSAI State Licence?

The annual fee ranges from ₹2,000 to ₹7,500 per year (Schedule 2) depending on the food business category and capacity. You may opt for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 years validity - total fee = annual fee × number of years. The fee is payable online on the FoSCoS portal.

How long does it take to get an FSSAI State Licence?

The statutory timeline is 60 days from submission of a complete Form B application (s.33 FSS Act). The Designated Officer typically assigns an FSO for physical inspection within 7 days, and the licence is issued within 15-30 working days for clean applications.

Is a physical inspection mandatory for the State Licence?

Yes - for manufacturing / catering / storage premises, an FSO inspection is normally conducted (Regulation 2.1.5). For purely retail / distribution / wholesale / transporter categories, inspection may be waived in clean cases. The FSO verifies Schedule 4 hygiene compliance, machinery, layout, and source records.

Do I need a separate State Licence for each branch / outlet?

Yes - under Regulation 2.1.5, a separate Form B licence is required for each premises (each branch / outlet / warehouse). However, multiple food categories at the same premises can be covered under a single Form B licence by selecting the relevant categories in the application.

Can I add new products to my existing State Licence?

Yes - file a **Form B modification application** on FoSCoS (Regulation 2.1.7) selecting the additional food categories; pay the differential fee (difference between old and new annual fee × remaining years); the modified Form B licence is issued without a fresh inspection (unless the new category requires a higher-capacity inspection).

What is the penalty for operating without an FSSAI State Licence?

Operating without a licence is an offence under s.59 FSS Act 2006 - imprisonment up to 6 months + fine up to ₹5 lakh. Additionally, any food sold without licence is liable to be seized under s.36 and the FBO can be prosecuted under s.38 with sanction of the Commissioner of Food Safety.

Is Form D1 annual return mandatory for State Licensees?

Yes - every State Licensee must file **Form D1 annual return** by 31 May of the current year for the previous financial year (April-March) under Regulation 2.1.13(1). Late filing attracts ₹100 per day late fee; persistent non-filing attracts penalty up to ₹2 lakh under s.55 FSS Act.

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FSSAI State License in Chennai

Get professional FSSAI State License 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

₹3,499

Money-back accuracy

Guaranteed

Total starting from

₹3,499

Professional + estimated government fee

Professional fee₹1,499 starts with

Government fee (est.)₹2,000 (Chennai)

Turnaround7–14 Days

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

CONFIRMEDverified 25 Aug 2026

Total starting from

₹3,499

7–14 Days

Prof: ₹1,499•Govt: ₹2,000• Guaranteed

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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 State License in Chennai Statutory Fee	₹2,000	Official government fee schedule (separate from professional fee)Statutory Authority
Total Government Fee	₹2,000	(for default assumptions stated below)

Fee Component

FSSAI State License in Chennai Statutory Fee

Amount (₹)

₹2,000

Basis / Authority

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

Total Government Fee

₹2,000

(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
**Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed / LLP Agreement / Shop & Establishment Registratio
**Certificate of Incorporation / Partnership Deed / LLP Agreement / Shop & Establishment Registration / Gumasta / Trade Licence** (as applicable);
2
**PAN of the entity**;
**PAN of the entity**;
3
**Photo ID and address proof** of proprietor / partners / directors / authorised signatory (Aadhaar
**Photo ID and address proof** of proprietor / partners / directors / authorised signatory (Aadhaar + PAN);
4
**Passport-size photograph** of authorised signatory;
**Passport-size photograph** of authorised signatory;
5
**Proof of possession of premises** - rental agreement / lease deed / sale deed / electricity bill;
**Proof of possession of premises** - rental agreement / lease deed / sale deed / electricity bill;
6
**Layout plan / blueprint of premises** (showing production area, raw material storage, finished goo
**Layout plan / blueprint of premises** (showing production area, raw material storage, finished goods storage, QC lab, washrooms, etc.);
7
**List of directors / partners / proprietor with DIN / PAN**;
**List of directors / partners / proprietor with DIN / PAN**;
8
**List of food products / categories** to be manufactured / handled (with FSSAI food category codes
**List of food products / categories** to be manufactured / handled (with FSSAI food category codes from Schedule 1);
9
**List of machinery** with capacity and number;
**List of machinery** with capacity and number;
10
**Photographs of premises** (production area, storage, QC lab - typically 3-5 photos);
**Photographs of premises** (production area, storage, QC lab - typically 3-5 photos);
11
**Water test report** from NABL-accredited lab (where water is used in food);
**Water test report** from NABL-accredited lab (where water is used in food);
12
**Pesticide residue report** for milk / milk products / meat / fish (where applicable);
**Pesticide residue report** for milk / milk products / meat / fish (where applicable);
13
**NOC from local Municipality / Pollution Control Board** (for manufacture);
**NOC from local Municipality / Pollution Control Board** (for manufacture);
14
**Health certificate of food handlers** from a registered medical practitioner (Form XII under Sched
**Health certificate of food handlers** from a registered medical practitioner (Form XII under Schedule 4);
15
**Undertaking / declaration of compliance with Schedule 4** hygiene requirements;
**Undertaking / declaration of compliance with Schedule 4** hygiene requirements;
16
**Source of raw material** - list of suppliers with their FSSAI licence numbers.
**Source of raw material** - list of suppliers with their FSSAI licence numbers.

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: **Designated Officer**
7
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 7: **FSO**
8
I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 8: **DO**
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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