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FSSAI registration and licence in India 2026

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An August 2026 guide to FSSAI on the new slabs: Basic registration at Rs 100 a year up to Rs 1.5 crore turnover, State and Central licences above, and the 14-digit number Swiggy and Zomato require before listing.

  • Every food business, from a home baker to a cloud kitchen, needs at least Basic registration.
  • Basic registration costs Rs 100 a year.
  • Platforms ask for the 14-digit FSSAI number before you can list.

It answers 2 questions

  1. How do I start a food business from home or a small kitchen in India?
  2. How do I start a juice shop in India?

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