FSSAI Licence for Restaurants & Cloud Kitchens
FSSAI registration or licence for restaurants, cloud kitchens, bakeries and caterers
- 1Outlet mappingWe list each kitchen and decide registration vs state licence.
- 2ApplicationsFSSAI applications filed for each premises.
- 3Other licencesWe share the city-specific list of other approvals you need.
- 4Platform onboardingFSSAI numbers ready for Swiggy, Zomato and your website.
Share your details. We’ll reply on WhatsApp with the next steps and a checklist.
Pick a plan — the fee is adjusted if you hire us within 30 days.
About FSSAI Licence for Restaurants & Cloud Kitchens
A clear overview, in simple terms — what it is, why it matters, and how we handle it.
Every restaurant, cloud kitchen, bakery and caterer needs FSSAI registration (turnover up to ₹1.5 crore) or a state licence (₹1.5–50 crore) for each kitchen. Food delivery platforms such as Swiggy and Zomato require the FSSAI number before listing. Restaurants also typically need a trade licence, shop and establishment registration, fire NOC and GST registration.
Restaurants and cloud kitchens are licensed per kitchen. A brand running three cloud kitchens needs three FSSAI registrations or licences, each in the name of the business operating that premises.
Food delivery aggregators display the FSSAI licence number on your listing and can delist kitchens whose licence is missing or suspended. Kitchens are also expected to meet Schedule 4 hygiene requirements, and outlets can apply for FSSAI's hygiene rating.
FSSAI is one of several approvals: a municipal trade or health licence, shop and establishment registration, fire NOC (depending on size), signage licence and GST registration are usually needed too, and liquor service needs a separate state excise licence.
| Up to ₹1.5 crore turnover | Basic registration (₹100 a year) |
|---|---|
| ₹1.5–50 crore | State licence (₹2,000–₹5,000 a year) |
| Per premises | Each kitchen or outlet needs its own registration or licence |
| Delivery platforms | FSSAI number displayed on Swiggy/Zomato listings |
| Also needed | Trade licence, shop & establishment, fire NOC (size-based), GST |
Who this is for
Common scenarios where this service is a good fit.
- Dine-in restaurants, cafés and QSRs
- Cloud kitchens and delivery-only brands
- Bakeries and sweet shops
- Caterers and event food businesses
What you get
Clear deliverables so you know exactly what's included.
- Registration or licence for each kitchen
- Checklist of municipal and other licences for your city
- Hygiene readiness checklist
- GST registration and restaurant GST advice
- Annual fee tracking across outlets
Expert review before every submission — not just data entry.
Working notes and reconciliations you can rely on in future notices.
Resident Indians, NRIs, expats and cross-border businesses — all served.
Documents required
A practical checklist. We'll tell you if anything else is needed based on your case.
* This is a base checklist. After a quick pre-check, we may ask for additional items specific to your case.
Process
A simple, trackable workflow — designed to avoid back-and-forth.
We list each kitchen and decide registration vs state licence.
FSSAI applications filed for each premises.
We share the city-specific list of other approvals you need.
FSSAI numbers ready for Swiggy, Zomato and your website.
Get a quote
We share a clear quote on WhatsApp after a quick checklist pre-check.
- Fixed quote on WhatsApp after a short look at your facts and documents.
- Government fees, if any, are paid at actuals and shown separately.
| Factor | DIY | Indus Tax |
|---|---|---|
| Expert review | ❌ | ✅ |
| Notice risk reduction | ❌ | ✅ |
| Deduction optimisation | ❌ | ✅ |
| Audit-ready records | ❌ | ✅ |
| AIS/26AS reconciliation | ❌ | ✅ |
Share your facts and deadline. We'll reply with the right checklist and a clear quote.
Fee adjusted against our service fee if you go ahead within 30 days.
- Priority CA Call-backSkip the queue — a CA calls you within 30 minutes.₹255
- RecommendedCA Consultation (30 min)Talk one matter through properly with a CA.₹755
- In-depth CA Review (60 min)Documents reviewed before the call, written action plan after.₹1,155
Call-backs run Mon–Sat, 9 AM–6 PM IST. Booked outside these hours? We call you first thing the next working morning.
Compare the 3 plansFrequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions we get.
This page also covers
- FSSAI for cloud kitchens
- Per-kitchen registration and aggregator listing.
- FSSAI for bakeries
- Bakeries follow the same tier rules; bakeries that also pack and distribute may need manufacturer categories.
- FSSAI for caterers
- Caterers register the kitchen where food is prepared.
Official sources
Indus Tax is a private professional services firm and is not affiliated with any government authority. Rules and fees change — we confirm current positions before filing.
