Any food-related business in Delhi, including restaurants, cloud kitchens, bakeries, packaged food brands, food trucks, catering services, grocery stores and even online home-based food businesses, requires an FSSAI licence. It promotes consumer trust and strengthens corporate legitimacy in addition to being mandated by law.
However, the cost of an FSSAI licence in Delhi is a worry shared by all business owners. Let's examine the cost structure in more detail so you can see what you actually need to spend.
The cost of an FSSAI license in Delhi is mainly based on the business turnover and scale of operations. FSSAI issues three types of registrations/licenses:
Basic FSSAI Registration
Ideal for small businesses, startups, and home food operators with turnover up to ₹12 lakh/year.
Government fee: ₹100 per year
FSSAI State License
Suitable for medium-sized food businesses with a turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore/year.
Government fee: ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 per year
Exact fee depends on business category (restaurant, manufacturer, storage, etc.)
FSSAI Central License
Required for large businesses with turnover above ₹20 crore/year, import/export businesses, and certain large manufacturers.
Government fee: ₹7,500 per year
Here is the simple official fee structure users should know:
Basic Registration: ₹100/year
State License: ₹2,000/year to ₹5,000/year
Central License: ₹7,500/year
You can apply for 1 to 5 years, and the government fee increases accordingly. For example, a Central License for 5 years = ₹7,500 × 5 = ₹37,500.
While the government fee is fixed and paid to FSSAI, many business owners in Delhi prefer hiring experts because:
Documentation is confusing
Wrong category selection leads to rejection
Delays can impact business launch
Online filing errors are common
So, the full cost of an FSSAI license often includes a consultant fee depending on your business complexity. Professional support may include:
eligibility check (Basic/State/Central)
complete documentation preparation
filing the online application
responding to FSSAI queries
coordination until the certificate is issued
This helps users save time, avoid mistakes, and get faster approvals.
Even if two businesses are located in Delhi, their FSSAI license costs may vary because of:
Business type (retail/restaurant/manufacturing/storage)
Number of premises
Multi-location outlets
Import/export activities
Food category and risk level
Need for inspection (in some cases)
That’s why choosing the correct license type is more important than only focusing on the fee.
An FSSAI license must be renewed before expiry.
Late fee: ₹100 per day
If not renewed on time, your license can expire, and you may need to apply for a new one, causing delays and legal risk.
So, the cost is not just about applying—it’s also about maintaining compliance.
For most Delhi businesses, the typical cost range looks like:
Small home food business: ₹100/year + minimal processing
Restaurant/cloud kitchen: ₹2,000–₹5,000/year (State License)
Large food manufacturing/export: ₹7,500/year (Central License)
If you want the process handled smoothly, add professional charges separately.
Applying for an FSSAI license can become stressful if your form gets rejected or delayed due to small errors. To avoid that, it’s best to work with experts.
Shugam Consultants can help you get the correct FSSAI license in Delhi with end-to-end support—documentation, filing, follow-ups, and fast processing.Call/WhatsApp Shugam Consultants today and get your FSSAI license without confusion, delays, or rejections.