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Get your FSSAI State Licence for restaurants and mid-size food businesses

Turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore? We file Form B and manage the approval with your state food authority.

Government fee about ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 a year · Our fee ₹[PRICE]

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What a State licence covers How it differs Documents typically needed How the application goes Renewal and display Common questions

What a State licence covers

The State licence sits between the basic registration and the Central licence. It is issued by the food safety authority of your state or union territory and suits mid-sized operators that trade mainly within one state.

Who it suits

Restaurants, cafes and hotels with turnover in the mid range
Bakeries, sweet shops and caterers
Mid-sized manufacturers and packers
Wholesalers, storage and cold chain operators
Food retailers with larger turnover

Key advantages

Legal clearance to operate and advertise
Required by many marketplaces and delivery apps
Improves buyer and landlord confidence
Reduces risk of penalties and closure

How it differs

	Basic registration	State licence	Central licence
Annual turnover	Up to ₹12 lakh	₹12 lakh to ₹20 crore	Above ₹20 crore
Typical user	Small vendors, home kitchens, petty manufacturers	Restaurants, bakeries, mid-sized makers	Large manufacturers, importers, multi-state operators
Form	Form A	Form B	Form B
Approx. government fee	₹100 a year	About ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 a year by category	About ₹7,500 a year
Issued by	Registering authority	State or UT licensing authority	Central licensing authority

Turnover limits, fees and category rules are set by FSSAI and can change. We confirm the current position before filing.

Documents typically needed

Form B and list of food products
Photo ID and address proof of the applicant
Passport photographs
Layout plan of the premises
Proof of premises, rent agreement or ownership paper
Incorporation or partnership documents
Food safety management plan
Water test report for manufacturers

Notes

Documents vary slightly by state and business type
A declaration form is signed by the applicant
Fees depend on category and licence duration

How the application goes

Confirm the categoryWe check turnover, product mix and premises to pick the right licence.
Prepare Form BWe fill the form and compile every supporting paper.
Submit and payThe application and fee are submitted to the state authority.
InspectionThe designated officer may visit and verify.
Licence issuedYour licence and number are issued digitally.

Renewal and display

Licences run for one to five years
Renew before expiry to avoid per-day charges
Display the licence and number prominently at the premises
Update the licence when address, partners or products change
Maintain hygiene records and be ready for inspections

Common questions

Can I upgrade from basic registration?

Yes, apply for a State licence once you cross the basic turnover limit.

Can I operate in two states with one State licence?

No. Each state generally needs its own licence, or you may need a Central licence.

What if my application is rejected?

We review the reasons, correct the issue and resubmit.

Is inspection compulsory?

The authority decides, based on the category and risk.