Checklist
Documents required
- 1PAN card of proprietor / partnership firm / company
- 2Aadhaar card of authorised signatory
- 3Passport-size photograph of the authorised signatory
- 4Address proof of food premises — registered rent agreement, electricity bill or property tax receipt
- 5NOC from landlord if premises are rented
- 6List of food categories and products to be handled
- 7Water test report from a NABL-accredited lab (State / Central manufacturers only)
- 8Layout plan of premises with dimensions (State / Central only)
- 9Equipment list with installed capacity (manufacturers only)
- 10Food Safety Management System (FSMS) plan declaration
Process
Step-by-step process
- 1Sign up on foscos.fssai.gov.in using email and mobile number
- 2Select 'Apply for New License / Registration' and choose the correct tier
- 3Fill Form A (Basic) or Form B (State / Central) with business details
- 4Upload each document as a PDF under 2 MB
- 5Pay government fees online — ₹100/yr (Basic), ₹2,000–7,500/yr (State), ₹7,500/yr (Central)
- 6Note the Application Reference Number (ARN) generated on submission
- 7Attend the on-premises inspection by the Jammu Designated Officer (State / Central only)
- 8Respond to any deficiency notice within 30 days to avoid rejection
- 9Download the 14-digit FSSAI license and display it at the premises
As of 2026
Fees & timeline
| Basic Registration | ₹100/year · 7–10 working days |
|---|---|
| State License (non-manufacturer) | ₹2,000–5,000/year · 30 days |
| State License (manufacturer) | ₹3,000–7,500/year · 30–45 days |
| Central License | ₹7,500/year · 45–60 days |
| Validity | 1 to 5 years (renewable) |
Figures reviewed as of September 2026. Government fees may change without notice.
Frequently asked questions
- Yes. Any food business in Jammu — including single-counter tea stalls and dhabas — must hold at least the Basic FSSAI Registration (₹100/year). Operating without it attracts a fine of up to ₹2 lakh under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
- Basic FSSAI Registration is issued in 7–10 working days. State Licenses take 30–45 days and Central Licenses take 45–60 days, depending on inspection scheduling.
- Yes. The full application is filed on foscos.fssai.gov.in. Only State and Central licenses require an on-premises inspection by the Jammu Designated Officer — Basic Registration is fully online.
- A restaurant in Jammu with turnover under ₹20 crore needs a State License at ₹2,000–5,000 per year (government fee). Manufacturers pay ₹3,000–7,500 per year.
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