FSSAI Central Licence in Jalandhar
Central FSSAI Licence for importers, exporters, e-commerce food businesses and large manufacturers in Jalandhar.
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Jalandhar’s food businesses serve a large Doaba population with strong NRI connections: sweet shops and bakeries, dhabas and restaurants on the GT Road, dairies, and food brands that send pinni, pickles, papad and snacks to Punjabi families in the UK, Canada and Italy.
Alpha Services handles FSSAI Central Licence applications for Jalandhar importers, exporters, e-commerce food businesses and large manufacturers, including the IEC and the follow-up with FSSAI’s regional office.
What is FSSAI Central Licence?
The FSSAI Central Licence is issued by FSSAI itself, through its regional offices, to large food businesses and to specific categories such as importers, exporters, e-commerce food businesses and operators in central government premises. From 1 April 2026, the general turnover threshold is above ₹50 crore.
| Who needs it | Turnover above ₹50 crore, plus importers, exporters, e-commerce and other specified categories |
|---|---|
| Form | Form B on the FoSCoS portal |
| Government fee | ₹7,500 per year |
| Issued by | FSSAI’s Central Licensing Authority (regional office) |
| Validity | Perpetual for licences issued from 1 April 2026, subject to the annual fee |
| Linked registrations | IEC for importers and exporters, and APEDA or other export registrations where relevant |
Food businesses in Jalandhar we help
NRI-focused food exporters
Brands exporting sweets, snacks and ready mixes to the UK and Canada.
Importers
Traders importing dry fruits, chocolates and beverages.
Large and multi-state manufacturers
Food companies with turnover above ₹50 crore.
Dairy and milk-product units
Dairies supplying milk, paneer and ghee across the district.
Home food makers
Pinni, pickle and papad makers selling to local and NRI customers.
Dhabas and food stalls
GT Road dhabas, tikki and chole bhature counters.
Smaller food businesses on this list that do not import, export or sell across states may only need a State Licence or Basic Registration. We confirm the right category before filing.
Documents you need
Identity and entity proof
ID of the proprietor, partners or directors, plus the partnership deed or incorporation certificate.
Equipment and product list
List of machinery, and the food categories you will make or handle.
Water analysis report
A test report for water used in processing, from an approved laboratory, where applicable.
Food Safety Management Plan
A FSMS plan or certificate, with nomination of the person responsible for food safety.
Import Export Code
Required for importers and exporters, issued by the DGFT.
Turnover or category proof
Evidence of turnover above ₹50 crore, or of the activity that needs a Central Licence.
Form B and declaration
The licence application, signed by the proprietor, partner or director.
Premises documents
Proof of possession of the premises, with a layout plan of the processing area for manufacturers.
From documents to certificate
We confirm whether your activity needs a Central Licence and for which premises.
We prepare Form B, the FSMS plan, IEC and premises documents, and collect lab reports if needed.
We file on FoSCoS and pay the ₹7,500 annual fee.
FSSAI’s regional office reviews the application, raises queries and may inspect.
We respond to queries until the licence is granted and downloadable.
Which FSSAI office handles Jalandhar?
Central Licences for Jalandhar are processed by the FSSAI Northern Regional Office, Indirapuram, Ghaziabad, which covers Punjab. Basic Registrations and State Licences in Jalandhar are issued by the Food Safety Commissioner, Punjab, through the Designated Officer for Jalandhar district. All applications are made online on the FoSCoS portal.
What to do next
- File Form D1: Submit the annual return on FoSCoS on time.
- Yearly fee: Pay the annual fee to keep the perpetual licence valid.
- Clear imports: Each imported food consignment goes through FSSAI’s import clearance.
- Audits: Larger units may face third-party food safety audits and product testing.
- Keep it updated: Add products, premises or partners through a modification.
Areas we serve in Jalandhar
We serve Jalandhar businesses online from our Ropar office, with document collection over WhatsApp and meetings by appointment.
Frequently asked questions
We send sweets and snacks to the UK. Do we need a Central Licence?
Yes. Exporting food requires a Central FSSAI Licence, along with an Import Export Code. Buyers abroad may also ask for lab test reports.
Where are Jalandhar’s Central Licences processed?
At the FSSAI Northern Regional Office in Ghaziabad. Everything is online, so you don’t need to travel.
Does an e-commerce food business need a Central Licence?
E-commerce food business operators need a Central Licence for their head office. Sellers on the platform need licences based on their own activity and turnover.
Do importers need a Central Licence even with a small turnover?
Yes. Food importers need a Central FSSAI Licence, whatever their turnover.
Can Alpha Services also get our IEC?
Yes. We file Import Export Code applications alongside Central Licences for importers and exporters.
Related services in Jalandhar
- FSSAI Basic Registration in Jalandhar
- FSSAI State Licence in Jalandhar
- GST Registration in Jalandhar
- Import Export Code (IEC) Registration in Jalandhar
- FSSAI Central Licence across India
- Trademark registration to protect your brand
Nearby cities
Need a Central FSSAI Licence?
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