Licenses & Registrations

FSSAI Central Licence

Central FSSAI licence for large-scale food businesses and multi-state operations.

FSSAI HQ processedPan-India validityImporter eligible5-year validityAll large food businesses

About this service

The FSSAI Central Licence is required for food businesses with annual turnover above ₹20 crore, importers of food products, and manufacturers supplying across multiple states. It is also mandatory for hotels with 4/5-star ratings, central government canteens, and airports. Confitax manages the complex Central Licence application — from technical documentation to FSSAI head office submission.

How it works

A simple, guided process.

We handle the complexity so you can focus on your business. Here's your journey from start to finish.

Eligibility & classification

Confirm Central Licence requirements based on turnover, operations, and food category.

Step 1 of 3

Comprehensive application

Prepare Form B for Central Licence with detailed HACCP/food safety plan, facility layout, and equipment list.

Step 2 of 3

FSSAI HQ processing

Application reviewed by FSSAI Headquarters. Inspection may be conducted before licence issuance.

Step 3 of 3

Benefits

Why choose this service?

Here's how this service adds tangible value to your business — from compliance and credibility to cost savings.

Pan-India Validity

A Central Licence is valid across all states — essential for multi-state food businesses.

Import Authorization

Required for importing food products into India — mandatory for food importers.

Full Legal Compliance

Legally operate large-scale food manufacturing, processing, and distribution nationwide.

Export Facilitation

Central Licence is the base document for APEDA registration and food export certification.

Institutional Supply

Required for supplying to central government institutions, defence, and large hotel chains.

Premium Market Access

5-star hotels, airports, and premium retailers require Central Licence from suppliers.

Documents

Documents Required

Keep these documents handy to ensure a smooth and fast filing process. We'll guide you at every step.

Business registration / incorporation certificate

PAN card of the entity

GSTIN

Complete list of food products

Layout plan and blueprint of manufacturing facility

HACCP or food safety management plan

Quality control procedures

Recall plan

List of machinery and equipment

Water analysis report from accredited lab

Pest control contract

Process

Step-by-step process

Here's exactly what happens from the moment you engage us — no surprises, full transparency.

Eligibility Confirmation

Confirm turnover, operational scope, and product categories requiring Central Licence.

HACCP / Food Safety Plan

Prepare comprehensive food safety management plan compliant with FSSAI requirements.

Form B (Central) Submission

Submit Central Licence application to FSSAI via FoSCoS portal.

FSSAI Scrutiny

FSSAI headquarters scrutinizes the application and may raise technical queries.

Facility Inspection

FSSAI inspector visits the food facility for compliance verification.

Central Licence Issuance

FSSAI issues Central Licence valid for 1–5 years (your choice).

Deliverables

What you'll get

Here's everything included when you choose this service — clear deliverables, no hidden items.