FSSAI Basic Registration 2026 — Documents & Apply

FSSAI Basic Registration Online (FoSCoS)

FSSAI Basic Registration is for small food businesses with an annual turnover below ₹1.5 crore — home kitchens, small stalls, petty retailers and startups. CAREALL prepares your documents and files the application for you, then hands over the 14-digit registration certificate.

Updated for 2026

Who needs FSSAI Basic Registration?

Petty food business operators — home-based food sellers, tea/snack stalls, small retailers, hawkers and seasonal vendors — whose annual turnover is under ₹1.5 crore. If your turnover is higher, you need a State Licence instead.

Documents required

Passport-size photo of the applicant
Government photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN / Passport / Driving Licence)
Proof of business premises (rent agreement / electricity bill / property document)
Nature of business and list of food products handled
Contact details (phone, email) for FoSCoS correspondence

How CAREALL files it — step by step

Share your details. Send us your ID, address proof and the food products you sell — over WhatsApp or the enquiry form.
We prepare & file. CAREALL fills Form A for you and uploads your documents correctly the first time.
Application review. The Food Safety Department reviews the application; we track it and respond to any query on your behalf.
Certificate handover. Your 14-digit FSSAI Registration Certificate is issued — we send it to you, ready to display.

Frequently asked questions

Who needs an FSSAI Basic Registration?

Any food business with annual turnover below ₹1.5 crore — home kitchens, small stalls, petty retailers and hawkers — needs the Basic Registration. Above ₹1.5 crore turnover you need a State Licence instead.

How long does FSSAI Basic Registration take?

Once documents are in order, the application is filed the same day. Issue of the certificate depends on the Food Safety Department review, typically a few working days to a couple of weeks.

Is FSSAI registration mandatory for a home food business?

Yes. Any business that manufactures, stores, sells or distributes food needs an FSSAI number, including home kitchens and tiffin services. Under ₹1.5 crore turnover, the Basic Registration is the correct category.