FSSAI State Licence in Amritsar
State FSSAI food licence for growing food businesses in Amritsar, with Form B, documents and inspection preparation handled for you.
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Amritsar is one of India’s great food cities. It has famous kulcha, fish and lassi shops, dhabas around the Golden Temple, papad and warian makers, dry-fruit and spice wholesalers, and basmati rice mills on the edge of the city.
Alpha Services prepares and files FSSAI State Licence applications for Amritsar restaurants, caterers, manufacturers and traders, and helps you get ready for inspection.
What is FSSAI State Licence?
Restaurants, caterers, manufacturers, distributors and traders that have outgrown Basic Registration need a State FSSAI Licence. From 1 April 2026, it covers turnover from ₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore, with a government fee of ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 a year depending on the activity.
| Who needs it | Food businesses with turnover above ₹1.5 crore and up to ₹50 crore (from 1 April 2026) |
|---|---|
| Form | Form B on the FoSCoS portal |
| Government fee | ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 per year, depending on the activity and capacity |
| Issued by | The state food safety department |
| Validity | Perpetual for licences issued from 1 April 2026, subject to the annual fee |
| Inspection | Possible before or after grant, particularly for manufacturers |
Food businesses in Amritsar we help
Hotels and restaurants
Hotels and restaurants serving tourists near the Golden Temple and on Ranjit Avenue.
Dry-fruit and spice wholesalers
Traders in Majith Mandi and the wholesale markets.
Rice and flour mills
Mills processing basmati and wheat for the local and Punjab markets.
Papad and warian makers
Small units and home producers making papad, warian and pickles.
Dry-fruit importers
Importers bringing in dry fruits, nuts and spices.
Kulcha, dhaba and lassi shops
Iconic food shops and small eateries in the walled city and around the Golden Temple.
Smaller outlets on this list can start with Basic Registration. Importers, exporters and large brands need a Central Licence. We confirm the right category before filing.
Document checklist for FSSAI State Licence
Water test
A potable water report from a recognised lab, where the activity needs it.
Food safety plan
A Food Safety Management System plan and the name of your food safety supervisor.
Signed application
Form B and the declaration, signed by the owner, a partner or a director.
Premises proof and layout
Possession proof for the premises, plus a plan of the processing area for manufacturing units.
Owner and entity details
ID of the owners, plus the partnership deed or company documents.
Machines and products
The list of equipment and the food categories you handle.
Our process in Amritsar
We note your turnover, products and premises to confirm a State Licence is right.
We prepare Form B, the declaration and supporting documents.
We submit on FoSCoS and pay the fee for your activity.
We reply to the authority’s queries and help you prepare if an inspection is scheduled.
Once approved, your licence can be downloaded and displayed.
Who issues it in Amritsar?
State Licences in Amritsar are issued by the Food Safety Commissioner, Punjab, through the Designated Officer for Amritsar district. Central Licences are handled by the FSSAI Northern Regional Office, Indirapuram, Ghaziabad. All applications are made online on the FoSCoS portal, so you do not need to visit an office to apply.
After you get it
- Annual fee: Pay the annual licence fee on time to keep the licence valid.
- Annual return: Manufacturers and certain categories file an annual return (Form D1) on FoSCoS.
- Testing: Get products and water tested at the frequency the regulations require.
- Modifications: Apply for modification when you add products, change the address or change partners.
- Food safety supervisor: Keep a trained food safety supervisor, which FSSAI requires for licensed premises.
Where we work in Amritsar
We serve Amritsar businesses online from our Ropar office, with documents shared over WhatsApp or email.
FAQs: FSSAI State Licence in Amritsar
My Amritsar hotel restaurant has a turnover of ₹6 crore. Which licence applies?
A State FSSAI Licence, which covers turnover between ₹1.5 crore and ₹50 crore. It is issued by Punjab’s food safety department.
Do dry-fruit wholesalers in Majith Mandi need a State Licence?
Wholesalers with turnover above ₹1.5 crore need a State Licence. If they import directly, they need a Central Licence instead.
What is the government fee for an FSSAI State Licence?
₹2,000 to ₹5,000 per year, depending on the activity, such as manufacturing capacity or type of food service.
How long does a State Licence take?
It depends on the authority and whether an inspection is needed. It usually takes a few weeks, and we follow up on queries for you.
I had a State Licence before April 2026 but my turnover is below ₹1.5 crore. What happens?
Many such businesses now fall under Basic Registration. We can check whether you should move categories.
Related services in Amritsar
- FSSAI Basic Registration in Amritsar
- FSSAI Central Licence in Amritsar
- GST Registration in Amritsar
- Import Export Code (IEC) Registration in Amritsar
- FSSAI State Licence across India
- Trademark registration to protect your brand
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