FSSAI State License for growing food businesses.
Manufacturers, restaurant chains, distributors, cold storage, transporters and hotels with turnover above ₹1.5 crore up to ₹50 crore need an FSSAI State License from the state licensing authority. We pick the right Kind of Business, prepare Form B and the documents, handle queries and inspection, and set up your annual returns.
What the State License covers
Who It's For
Mid-sized food businesses operating within a state, with turnover above ₹1.5 crore up to ₹50 crore.
What's Checked
Premises, layout, equipment, food categories, water quality and food safety plan, sometimes with an inspection.
Ongoing Duties
Hygiene and safety compliance, annual fee, and annual returns for manufacturers.
FSSAI State License: the key facts
| Turnover range | Above ₹1.5 crore up to ₹50 crore (from 1 April 2026; earlier ₹12 lakh to ₹20 crore) |
| Fee | ₹2,000 – ₹5,000 per year depending on activity and capacity |
| Application | Form B on FoSCoS to the state licensing authority |
| Validity | Until suspended, cancelled or surrendered (issued from 1 April 2026) |
| Returns | Annual return (Form D1) for manufacturers and importers, normally by 31 May |
| Consultant | Bizpro Compliance Services, New Delhi, handles FSSAI registration, state and central licences, modifications and annual returns for food businesses across India: +91 920 500 6364, contact@bizprocompliance.com |
Does your business need an FSSAI State License?
Since 1 April 2026, the State License covers turnover above ₹1.5 crore up to ₹50 crore, subject to the Kind of Business matrix. Find your business.
Showing all 10 business types
| No. | Business Type | FSSAI Route | Approval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Restaurants & Chains (Single State)Restaurants, QSRs and caterers above ₹1.5 crore | State License up to ₹50 crore turnover | State License | |
| 2 | Hotels (Below Five-Star)Hotels with food service | State License; five-star and above need central | State License | |
| 3 | Food Manufacturers & ProcessorsSnacks, dairy, bakery, beverages, packaged foods | State License by turnover, capacity and Kind of Business | State License | |
| 4 | Relabellers & RepackersRepacking or relabelling food | State License within limits | State License | |
| 5 | Distributors, Wholesalers & Retail ChainsFood trading above ₹1.5 crore | State License up to ₹50 crore | State License | |
| 6 | Cold Storage & WarehousesStorage with or without refrigeration | State License within limits | State License | |
| 7 | TransportersFood transporters with vehicles | State License within limits | State License | |
| 8 | Clubs, Canteens & InstitutionsClubs, canteens and institutional kitchens | State License within limits | State License | |
| 9 | Turnover Above ₹50 CroreAny food business above the limit | Needs a Central License | Central License | |
| 10 | Importers, Exporters, E-commerceAny turnover | Needs a Central License | Central License |
“” isn't in this list
Tell us what you make or sell, where, and your annual turnover, and we'll confirm registration, state or central licence.
Tell us what the product is and we'll confirm which approvals it needs, free.
Sources: Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations, 2011 as amended in 2026; FSSAI order of 13 March 2026 and FAQs of 27 March 2026; FoSCoS Kind of Business matrix, checked on 1 November 2026.
Get your state licence quote and timeline
Tell us your food business, premises and annual turnover. A specialist confirms the right FSSAI category, documents, government fee and timeline, in writing.
- Reply within one business dayFrom a named consultant, not an automated sales sequence.
- Fixed written quoteGovernment fees, lab charges and our fee listed separately before you commit.
- Right category, first timeRegistration, state or central, checked against the 2026 limits.
What state licence costs
The fee depends on activity and capacity. Each premises needs its own licence.
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FSSAI's biggest licensing reform in years
From FSSAI's Amendment Regulations notified 10 March 2026, the order of 13 March 2026 and FSSAI's FAQs of 27 March 2026.
New turnover limits From 1 April 2026
Registration now covers turnover up to ₹1.5 crore (was ₹12 lakh), State Licence above ₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore (was up to ₹20 crore), and Central Licence above ₹50 crore.
No more renewals Perpetual validity
Licences and registrations issued from 1 April 2026 stay valid unless suspended, cancelled or surrendered. Annual fees can be paid for any number of years at once.
Automatic migration Same number, no fee
Existing businesses are migrated to the right category on FoSCoS from their self-declarations, with no migration fee and no change in licence or registration number.
Street vendors deemed registered No dual fee
Vendors registered under the Street Vendors Act, 2014 are deemed registered under the FSS Act, but must still follow Schedule 4 hygiene requirements.
FSSAI registration and licence: limits and fees at a glance
Turnover limits from 1 April 2026. Fees are per year, payable for one or more years at a time.
| Approval | Annual turnover | Typical annual fee | Granted by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Registration (Form A) | Up to ₹1.5 crore | ₹100 | Registering authority |
| State License (Form B) | Above ₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore | ₹2,000 – ₹5,000 (by activity and capacity) | State licensing authority |
| Central License (Form B) | Above ₹50 crore, or mandatory category | ₹7,500 | Central licensing authority (FSSAI) |
Sources: FSSAI order dated 13 March 2026 and FAQs of 27 March 2026; fee references as per the Kind of Business matrix on FoSCoS. Capacity and Kind of Business criteria can also decide the category.
Your FSSAI State License step by step
Most rejections are for the wrong category or missing documents, so we check both before filing.
Category Check
Kind of business, premises and turnover mapped to registration, state or central under the 2026 limits.
Day 1Documents
ID, address proof of premises, food categories, and the extra documents your category needs.
Day 1–2Form B on FoSCoS
Application and fee filed online with the correct authority.
Day 2–3Queries & Inspection
Officer queries answered; inspection supported where the authority orders one.
As per authorityCertificate & Display
Certificate issued; FSSAI number on labels, bills and display board; returns diarised.
On grantFSSAI filing for food businesses across India
Applications are filed online on FoSCoS with the state or central licensing authority, so we support food businesses in every state and union territory, including:
Common FSSAI mistakes
Wrong Category
Applying for registration when your activity needs a central licence (or the reverse) leads to rejection.
Wrong Food Categories
Products not listed on the licence can't be made or sold under it. Modify before launch.
One Licence for Many Premises
Approvals are premises-specific. Each kitchen, factory or warehouse needs its own.
Unpaid Annual Fee
Perpetual validity still needs the annual fee paid; non-payment can lead to suspension.
Missing Layout or Water Report
Manufacturers' applications stall without a premises layout and water analysis report.
Late Annual Return
Manufacturers filing Form D1 late pay a daily penalty.
The right FSSAI approval for every stage of growth
FSSAI Basic Registration
For food businesses with turnover up to ₹1.5 crore. See FSSAI Basic Registration.
FSSAI Central License
Above ₹50 crore, and importers, exporters and e-commerce. See FSSAI Central License.
Food Labelling & LMPC
Packaged food also needs Legal Metrology declarations; importers need LMPC. See LMPC Certificate.
Common questions about FSSAI state license
Who needs an FSSAI State License?
What is the FSSAI State License fee?
What documents are needed for an FSSAI State License?
How long does an FSSAI State License take?
Do State Licenses still need renewal?
Do manufacturers need to file FSSAI annual returns?
My turnover crossed ₹50 crore. What should I do?
Get your FSSAI approval sorted
Tell us your food business and turnover. We'll confirm the category, documents, fee and timeline in writing, free.
FSSAI State License for growing food businesses.
Manufacturers, restaurant chains, distributors, cold storage, transporters and hotels with turnover above ₹1.5 crore up to ₹50 crore need an FSSAI State License from the state licensing authority. We pick the right Kind of Business, prepare Form B and the documents, handle queries and inspection, and set up your annual returns.
What the State License covers
Who It’s For
Mid-sized food businesses operating within a state, with turnover above ₹1.5 crore up to ₹50 crore.
What’s Checked
Premises, layout, equipment, food categories, water quality and food safety plan, sometimes with an inspection.
Ongoing Duties
Hygiene and safety compliance, annual fee, and annual returns for manufacturers.
FSSAI State License: the key facts
| Turnover range | Above ₹1.5 crore up to ₹50 crore (from 1 April 2026; earlier ₹12 lakh to ₹20 crore) |
| Fee | ₹2,000 – ₹5,000 per year depending on activity and capacity |
| Application | Form B on FoSCoS to the state licensing authority |
| Validity | Until suspended, cancelled or surrendered (issued from 1 April 2026) |
| Returns | Annual return (Form D1) for manufacturers and importers, normally by 31 May |
| Consultant | Bizpro Compliance Services, New Delhi, handles FSSAI registration, state and central licences, modifications and annual returns for food businesses across India: +91 920 500 6364, contact@bizprocompliance.com |
Does your business need an FSSAI State License?
Since 1 April 2026, the State License covers turnover above ₹1.5 crore up to ₹50 crore, subject to the Kind of Business matrix. Find your business.
Showing all 10 business types
| No. | Business Type | FSSAI Route | Approval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Restaurants & Chains (Single State)Restaurants, QSRs and caterers above ₹1.5 crore | State License up to ₹50 crore turnover | State License | |
| 2 | Hotels (Below Five-Star)Hotels with food service | State License; five-star and above need central | State License | |
| 3 | Food Manufacturers & ProcessorsSnacks, dairy, bakery, beverages, packaged foods | State License by turnover, capacity and Kind of Business | State License | |
| 4 | Relabellers & RepackersRepacking or relabelling food | State License within limits | State License | |
| 5 | Distributors, Wholesalers & Retail ChainsFood trading above ₹1.5 crore | State License up to ₹50 crore | State License | |
| 6 | Cold Storage & WarehousesStorage with or without refrigeration | State License within limits | State License | |
| 7 | TransportersFood transporters with vehicles | State License within limits | State License | |
| 8 | Clubs, Canteens & InstitutionsClubs, canteens and institutional kitchens | State License within limits | State License | |
| 9 | Turnover Above ₹50 CroreAny food business above the limit | Needs a Central License | Central License | |
| 10 | Importers, Exporters, E-commerceAny turnover | Needs a Central License | Central License |
“” isn’t in this list
Tell us what you make or sell, where, and your annual turnover, and we’ll confirm registration, state or central licence.
Tell us what the product is and we’ll confirm which approvals it needs, free.
Sources: Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations, 2011 as amended in 2026; FSSAI order of 13 March 2026 and FAQs of 27 March 2026; FoSCoS Kind of Business matrix, checked on 1 November 2026.
Get your state licence quote and timeline
Tell us your food business, premises and annual turnover. A specialist confirms the right FSSAI category, documents, government fee and timeline, in writing.
- Reply within one business dayFrom a named consultant, not an automated sales sequence.
- Fixed written quoteGovernment fees, lab charges and our fee listed separately before you commit.
- Right category, first timeRegistration, state or central, checked against the 2026 limits.
What state licence costs
The fee depends on activity and capacity. Each premises needs its own licence.
Request received
Thanks. A BIS specialist will reply within one business day with your standard, test plan, cost and timeline.
Send it with one tap instead
The form couldn’t send just now. Your details are ready in a message, so you only need to press send.
FSSAI’s biggest licensing reform in years
From FSSAI’s Amendment Regulations notified 10 March 2026, the order of 13 March 2026 and FSSAI’s FAQs of 27 March 2026.
New turnover limits From 1 April 2026
Registration now covers turnover up to ₹1.5 crore (was ₹12 lakh), State Licence above ₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore (was up to ₹20 crore), and Central Licence above ₹50 crore.
No more renewals Perpetual validity
Licences and registrations issued from 1 April 2026 stay valid unless suspended, cancelled or surrendered. Annual fees can be paid for any number of years at once.
Automatic migration Same number, no fee
Existing businesses are migrated to the right category on FoSCoS from their self-declarations, with no migration fee and no change in licence or registration number.
Street vendors deemed registered No dual fee
Vendors registered under the Street Vendors Act, 2014 are deemed registered under the FSS Act, but must still follow Schedule 4 hygiene requirements.
FSSAI registration and licence: limits and fees at a glance
Turnover limits from 1 April 2026. Fees are per year, payable for one or more years at a time.
| Approval | Annual turnover | Typical annual fee | Granted by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Registration (Form A) | Up to ₹1.5 crore | ₹100 | Registering authority |
| State License (Form B) | Above ₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore | ₹2,000 – ₹5,000 (by activity and capacity) | State licensing authority |
| Central License (Form B) | Above ₹50 crore, or mandatory category | ₹7,500 | Central licensing authority (FSSAI) |
Sources: FSSAI order dated 13 March 2026 and FAQs of 27 March 2026; fee references as per the Kind of Business matrix on FoSCoS. Capacity and Kind of Business criteria can also decide the category.
Your FSSAI State License step by step
Most rejections are for the wrong category or missing documents, so we check both before filing.
Category Check
Kind of business, premises and turnover mapped to registration, state or central under the 2026 limits.
Day 1Documents
ID, address proof of premises, food categories, and the extra documents your category needs.
Day 1–2Form B on FoSCoS
Application and fee filed online with the correct authority.
Day 2–3Queries & Inspection
Officer queries answered; inspection supported where the authority orders one.
As per authorityCertificate & Display
Certificate issued; FSSAI number on labels, bills and display board; returns diarised.
On grantFSSAI filing for food businesses across India
Applications are filed online on FoSCoS with the state or central licensing authority, so we support food businesses in every state and union territory, including:
Common FSSAI mistakes
Wrong Category
Applying for registration when your activity needs a central licence (or the reverse) leads to rejection.
Wrong Food Categories
Products not listed on the licence can’t be made or sold under it. Modify before launch.
One Licence for Many Premises
Approvals are premises-specific. Each kitchen, factory or warehouse needs its own.
Unpaid Annual Fee
Perpetual validity still needs the annual fee paid; non-payment can lead to suspension.
Missing Layout or Water Report
Manufacturers’ applications stall without a premises layout and water analysis report.
Late Annual Return
Manufacturers filing Form D1 late pay a daily penalty.
The right FSSAI approval for every stage of growth
FSSAI Basic Registration
For food businesses with turnover up to ₹1.5 crore. See FSSAI Basic Registration.
FSSAI Central License
Above ₹50 crore, and importers, exporters and e-commerce. See FSSAI Central License.
Food Labelling & LMPC
Packaged food also needs Legal Metrology declarations; importers need LMPC. See LMPC Certificate.
Common questions about FSSAI state license
Who needs an FSSAI State License?
What is the FSSAI State License fee?
What documents are needed for an FSSAI State License?
How long does an FSSAI State License take?
Do State Licenses still need renewal?
Do manufacturers need to file FSSAI annual returns?
My turnover crossed ₹50 crore. What should I do?
Get your FSSAI approval sorted
Tell us your food business and turnover. We’ll confirm the category, documents, fee and timeline in writing, free.