Service Details

• Starting from ₹2,000 – For businesses with annual turnover up to ₹12 lakhs
  Starting from ₹7,500 – For businesses with annual turnover above ₹12 lakhs
  Includes application preparation, documentation support, portal submission, expert consultation, and tracking assistance. A dedicated executive will manage end-to-end coordination. Field support is available based on customer authorization through the service agreement.
  Category-wise government fee estimates (approx.):

  • Turnover below ₹12 lakhs: Registration – ₹1,500

  • Turnover above ₹12 lakhs: Distributor/Supplier/Restaurant – ₹2,000

  • Repacker, large-scale manufacturer, or food company – ₹50,000

    
    

• Note: Government fee and service charges may vary depending on the nature of business, number of locations, product type, and validity period.

  
  

  Approximate approval time:
  

  • 5–12 working days, subject to successful document verification and FSSAI processing.

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Manufacturer License (State)
Benefits


• Legal approval to manufacture food products within a single state

• Compliance with FSSAI hygiene and safety standards

• Improves trust and brand reputation among consumers

• Helps in expanding distribution and business growth

• Mandatory for medium-scale production units

Eligibility


• Turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore

• Manufacturing unit operating within one state

• Valid business registration, ID, and address proof

• Compliance with food safety norms and facility standards




Distributor / Wholesaler License (State)
Benefits


• Legal authority to distribute food products in bulk

• Smooth partnership with retailers and wholesalers

• Helps avoid penalties during inspections

• Ensures supply chain traceability and product safety

• Increases credibility for long-term contracts

Eligibility


• Turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore

• Must have a warehouse or storage facility in the state

• Business registration and tax documents required




Retailer / Shop License (State)
Benefits


• Allows legal retail sale of packaged and loose food

• Avoids closure or penalties from food inspectors

• Improves customer trust by showing compliance

• Supports business expansion within state limits

• Mandatory for supermarkets, general stores, and kirana shops

Eligibility


• Turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore

• Registered retail shop or store in the state

• Valid identity and business proof




Restaurant / Catering / Hotel License (State)
Benefits


• Legal approval to serve cooked food to customers

• Essential for Zomato, Swiggy, and online food aggregator listings

• Enhances customer trust with visible FSSAI number

• Helps avoid heavy fines during inspections

• Supports multi-outlet growth within state

Eligibility


• Turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore

• Commercial kitchen/restaurant setup within state

• NOC from municipality, Fire & Pollution control clearance (if required)




Storage / Warehouse License (State)
Benefits


• Legal permission to store food products in bulk

• Protects goods from seizure due to non-compliance

• Ensures safety and quality of stored products

• Enables large-scale stocking and wholesale operations

• Supports supply chain continuity

Eligibility


• Turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore

• Registered storage facility, cold storage, or warehouse

• Valid documents of premises and business ownership




Transporter License (State)
Benefits


• Legal clearance to transport food products within state

• Covers multiple vehicles under a single license

• Prevents detention and penalties during inspections

• Improves reliability for suppliers and clients

• Supports logistics and distribution businesses

Eligibility


• Turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore

• Valid RC book details of vehicles used for food transport

• Business registration and transport documents required




Online Food Seller / E-Commerce License (State)
Benefits


• Mandatory for food sellers operating through e-commerce portals

• Allows listing on Amazon, Flipkart, BigBasket, etc.

• Ensures smooth compliance with online platform rules

• Improves trust and visibility among online buyers

• Avoids account suspension due to non-compliance

Eligibility


• Turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore

• Registered business address within state

• GST (if applicable), ID proof, and product details required




Marketer License (State)
Benefits


• Allows marketing and branding of food products manufactured by third parties

• Gives freedom to sell under your own brand name

• Maintains compliance while outsourcing production

• Builds strong brand presence in market

• Avoids legal complications for misbranding

Eligibility


• Turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore

• Agreement with manufacturer or co-packer

• Business and brand registration required




Re-Packer License (State)
Benefits


• Legalizes re-packing of food products into new packages

• Ensures compliance with labeling and safety standards

• Avoids penalties for unlicensed repacking

• Helps build private-label brands

• Supports wholesale and retail distribution

Eligibility

• Turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore

• Dedicated repacking facility with hygiene standards

• Business registration and packaging details required

  
  

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