Official resources

Links to official government websites. We are not responsible for their content and they may change.

FoSCoS – apply for or renew licence/registration

FSSAI's official online licensing and registration system.

Official sector checklists used by Food Safety Officers, with the marking scheme.

General hygienic and sanitary practices, including Part 5 for catering.

FSSAI's Food Safety Training & Certification courses, including Basic and Advance Catering.

Regulations, notifications, advisories and contact details.

FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) is the national food safety authority. It sets standards and regulations under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
State/UT Food Safety Departments (Commissioners of Food Safety, Designated Officers and Food Safety Officers) carry out most licensing, registration and inspections locally.
Registration vs. licence: small businesses usually need a registration; larger ones need a State or Central licence. The category depends on your business type and size. Check on FoSCoS or with your local food safety office.
Other approvals (municipal trade licence, fire safety, pollution control, GST and others) may also apply and are not covered by this tool.