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Food license fees in Tamil Nadu (FSSAI)
FSSAI Basic, State and Central food license fees and the other fees a food business pays in Tamil Nadu.
Fees last checked: 28 Oct 2026
The short answer
FSSAI Basic, State and Central food license fees and the other fees a food business pays in Tamil Nadu. Key facts: FSSAI Basic registration: ₹100 per year; FSSAI State Licence: ₹5,000 per year; FSSAI Central Licence: ₹7,500 per year.
Source: foscos.fssai.gov.in, checked 27 Sep 2026.
FSSAI fee Checked on 27 Sep 2026 Source
FSSAI food licence fees: Basic, State and Central
Official fee per year, by yearly turnover. Apply on foscos.fssai.gov.in.
| Type | Who needs it | Official fee | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| FSSAI Basic Registration (food license) | Food businesses with turnover up to ₹1.5 crore a year. | ₹100 per year | Checked on 27 Sep 2026 Source |
| FSSAI State Licence (food license) | Food businesses with turnover from ₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore. | ₹5,000 per year | Checked on 27 Sep 2026 Source |
| FSSAI Central Licence (food license) | Food businesses with turnover above ₹50 crore, and e-commerce food operators. | ₹7,500 per year | Checked on 27 Sep 2026 Source |
What is the food licence fee in Tamil Nadu?
How much does a food licence cost in Tamil Nadu for a small shop, home kitchen or tiffin service?
What is the price of an FSSAI licence for a restaurant in Tamil Nadu?
Is the food licence fee charged every year?
Food license fees in Tamil Nadu
The FSSAI food license fee is set by FSSAI and is the same in every state, including Tamil Nadu. You apply on foscos.fssai.gov.in and the State Food Safety Department (FSSAI) processes it. What changes from state to state is everything else: the trade licence from your city, the Shops and Establishments registration and the fire licence.
FSSAI food license types and fees
The type depends on your yearly turnover.
| Type | Who needs it | Official fee |
|---|---|---|
| FSSAI Basic Registration (food license) | Food businesses with turnover up to ₹1.5 crore a year. | ₹100 per year |
| FSSAI State Licence (food license) | Food businesses with turnover from ₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore. | ₹5,000 per year |
| FSSAI Central Licence (food license) | Food businesses with turnover above ₹50 crore, and e-commerce food operators. | ₹7,500 per year |
Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.
Other fees a food business pays in Tamil Nadu
| Licence | Official fee | Issued by |
|---|---|---|
| Shops and Establishments registration (1 to 5 employees) | Not mandatory below 10 workers | Labour Department, Tamil Nadu |
| Professional tax (restaurant or café) | Up to ₹1,250 per half-year (₹2,500 a year), by income; companies also pay Company Tax | Greater Chennai Corporation (local body) |
| Fire licence | Nil | Tamil Nadu Fire and Rescue Services |
Documents for the FSSAI food license
- Photo of the owner
- ID proof (Aadhaar or PAN)
- Proof of premises
- List of food items
Steps to apply
- Collect the documents listed here.
- Apply online at foscos.fssai.gov.in.
- Pay the official fee: ₹100 (per year; pay 1 to 5 years upfront).
- Wait for the result. Usual time: About 7 days.
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: 1 to 5 years.
After you apply
What to do once the form is submitted: where to track it, how long it takes, why it gets rejected and what the law says if you do not have it.
Track your application
Typical time
Basic Registration: within 7 days of a complete application. State or Central Licence: within 60 days of a complete application, including checking and any inspection.
Checked on 5 Oct 2026 Source
If you operate without it
If you need a licence and run a food business without one, you can be jailed for up to 6 months and fined up to ₹5,00,000. Basic Registration holders and petty food sellers exempt under section 31(2) are treated differently, so check which one applies to you.
Law: Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, section 63 (with section 31)
Checked on 5 Oct 2026 Source
Common reasons for rejection and how to fix them
| Reason | How to fix it |
|---|---|
| The officer sent your application back with queries and you did not reply within 30 days | Log in to FoSCoS, open the sent back application on your dashboard, correct it and resubmit within 30 days. |
| Required information or documents were not given in time | Upload every document the officer asked for and resubmit before the 30 day limit ends. |
| The officer felt the application is not tenable and cannot be granted | Read the written reasons, correct the problem, and appeal within the time shown if you disagree. |
| Application was auto rejected by the system | File an online reinstatement request on FoSCoS as per the FSSAI SOP. |
Checked on 5 Oct 2026 Source
Govt License is an independent guide. Fines and rules change, so confirm on the official portal. Items marked Not officially verified could not be checked on an official page.
Free formats you may need
Printable samples you can copy, fill in and print. Each is only a sample, so check it with the issuing office.
Landlord NOC
A letter from the owner of a shop or office saying the tenant may run a business there.
Free formatFSSAI declaration and nominee (Form IX)
A sample declaration by a food business and a letter naming the person (nominee) who is responsible for food safety rules.
Free formatPartnership consent letter
A letter signed by all partners of a firm saying one partner may apply for, sign for and hold a licence on behalf of the firm.
Free formatShop or office lease agreement
A lease between the owner of a shop, office or godown and a business tenant, with the rent, deposit, yearly increase, lock in and notice terms.
Free format