\n| \n Annual Turnover<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Below Rs 12 Lakh<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Rs 12 Lakh to Rs 20 Crore<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Above Rs 20 Crore<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| \n Operational Reach<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Local \/ Petty scale<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Single State<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Multi-state \/ International<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| \n Issuing Authority<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Local Authority<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n State Food Safety Dept<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n Central FSSAI Authority<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| \n Processing Time<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n 7-10 Days<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n 7-10 Days<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n | \n 15-20 Days<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/span>The Application Process via the FoSCoS Portal<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\nThe Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS) has become the digital solution of all FSSAI applications. When <\/span>starting a profitable food franchise in India<\/b>, following this step-by-step digital flow is critical:<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n\n- Step 1 – Access<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Log on to the official FoSCoS portal (foscos.fssai.gov.in) and create a user account.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n\n- Step 2 – Selection<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Press Apply and Generate License or Registration and select the license or registration sub-menu according to your turnover.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n\n- Step 3 – Details<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The next step is to select the state where your premises and “Kind of Business” (e.g., Food Services > Restaurant) are located.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n\n- Step 4 – Documentation<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Fill out either Form A (Registration) or Form B (Licenses) with details such as business address, contacts, and food categories.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n\n- Step 5 – Uploads & Payment<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Submit the required documents, e.g., photos and identity proof. You can pay the fees through the online payment methods available.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n\n- Step 6 – Reference<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Once done, a 17-digit reference number is generated, which will be useful for you to track the progress of your application.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>FSSAI Hygiene and Safety Compliance Checklist<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\nMerely getting the license is not sufficient for <\/span>starting a profitable food franchise in India<\/b>; you will have to be consistently compliant with the safety regulations virtually.<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Prominent Display:<\/b> The 14-digit FSSAI number must be displayed at the premises and on all food packages.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Staff Hygiene:<\/b> Employees must wear hairnets and gloves. Additionally, medical fitness tests of the staff can be done periodically.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Water Quality:<\/b> Only drinking water should be used for cooking and cleaning.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Record Keeping:<\/b> You should also keep records of the cleaning routine, pest control, and the purchase of raw materials.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Renewal:<\/b> It is advised to renew the license at least 30 days before the expiry date to prevent fines or loss of operations.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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