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Food license in Raipur (FSSAI registration)

The FSSAI food license fee, the trade licence fee for food businesses and every other licence needed in Raipur.

Fees last checked: 28 Oct 2026

The short answer

The FSSAI food license fee, the trade licence fee for food businesses and every other licence needed in Raipur. Key facts: FSSAI food license, basic: ₹100 (per year; pay 1 to 5 years upfront); Raipur Municipal Corporation licence, restaurant: No official fee published (see table below); Apply for FSSAI at: foscos.fssai.gov.in.

Source: foscos.fssai.gov.in, checked 27 Sep 2026.

FSSAI food license, basic
₹100
per year; pay 1 to 5 years upfront
Raipur Municipal Corporation licence, restaurant
No official fee published
see table below
Apply for FSSAI at
foscos.fssai.gov.in

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.

TypeWho needs itOfficial feeOfficial source
FSSAI Basic Registration (food license)Food businesses with turnover up to ₹1.5 crore a year.₹100 per yearChecked on 27 Sep 2026 Source
FSSAI State Licence (food license)Food businesses with turnover from ₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore.₹5,000 per yearChecked 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 yearChecked on 27 Sep 2026 Source
What is the food licence fee in Raipur?
FSSAI Basic registration costs ₹100 per year, the State Licence ₹5,000 per year and the Central Licence ₹7,500 per year. FSSAI sets these fees and they are the same in every state.
How much does a food licence cost in Raipur for a small shop, home kitchen or tiffin service?
If your yearly turnover is up to ₹1.5 crore, you need the Basic registration. It costs ₹100 per year, and you can pay for 1 to 5 years in one go.
What is the price of an FSSAI licence for a restaurant in Raipur?
It depends on yearly turnover: Basic registration ₹100 (up to ₹1.5 crore), State Licence ₹5,000 (₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore) and Central Licence ₹7,500 (above ₹50 crore). Your city also charges a separate trade licence fee.
Is the food licence fee charged every year?
Yes. The fees above are per year. You can pay for 1 to 5 years upfront when you apply or renew.

Food license in Raipur: what you need

Every food business in Raipur needs an FSSAI food license or registration from the State Food Safety Department (FSSAI). The same FSSAI fees apply across India. The Raipur Municipal Corporation issues a separate trade licence for the premises, and Chhattisgarh has its own Shops and Establishments registration.

Basic registration: Food businesses with turnover up to ₹1.5 crore a year. Fee: ₹100 (per year; pay 1 to 5 years upfront).

Which FSSAI food license do you need?

It depends on your yearly turnover.

TypeWho needs itOfficial 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

All licences for a restaurant or café in Raipur

Besides the food license, these registrations are required for a restaurant or café here.

LicenceIssued byOfficial fee
FSSAI Basic Registration (food license)State Food Safety Department (FSSAI)₹100per year; pay 1 to 5 years upfrontChecked on 27 Sep 2026 Source
Shops and Establishments registrationLabour Department, ChhattisgarhNo official fee publishedfor your staff sizeNot officially verified Source
Professional Tax (Chhattisgarh Vritti Kar Adhiniyam, 1995)Commercial Tax Department, ChhattisgarhRates not confirmed. The Act is on the Commercial Tax Department site, but we could not read the rate schedule.Not officially verified Source
Music licence (PPL and IPRS)PPL India (sound recordings) and IPRS (songs)₹17,500 + ₹20,000a year: PPL (21 to 40 seats, metro) plus IPRS (restaurant, metro); GST extraChecked on 27 Sep 2026 Source

Check the amount on the official portal, or ask the office, before paying.

Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.

Trade licence fee for food businesses in Raipur

Food businessLicenceOfficial fee
Restaurant or CaféTrade licence (Raipur Municipal Corporation)No official fee publishedper yearNot officially verified Source
Cloud KitchenTrade licence (Raipur Municipal Corporation)No official fee publishedper yearNot officially verified Source
Bakery or Sweet ShopTrade licence (Raipur Municipal Corporation)No official fee publishedper yearNot officially verified Source
Home Food or Tiffin BusinessTrade licence (Raipur Municipal Corporation)No official fee publishedper yearNot officially verified Source
Catering BusinessTrade licence (Raipur Municipal Corporation)No official fee publishedper yearNot officially verified Source
Grocery or Kirana StoreTrade licence (Raipur Municipal Corporation)No official fee publishedper yearNot officially verified Source

Check the amount on the official portal, or ask the office, before paying.

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

  1. Collect the documents listed here.
  2. Apply online at foscos.fssai.gov.in.
  3. Pay the official fee: ₹100 (per year; pay 1 to 5 years upfront).
  4. Wait for the result. Usual time: About 7 days.
  5. Keep the certificate safe. Validity: 1 to 5 years.

Where to apply

State Food Safety Department (FSSAI). Official portal for the FSSAI food license: foscos.fssai.gov.in. For the trade licence in Raipur: nagarnigamraipur.nic.in.

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

ReasonHow to fix it
The officer sent your application back with queries and you did not reply within 30 daysLog 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 timeUpload 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 grantedRead the written reasons, correct the problem, and appeal within the time shown if you disagree.
Application was auto rejected by the systemFile 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.

Common questions

How much is a food license in Raipur?
The FSSAI Basic registration costs ₹100 (per year; pay 1 to 5 years upfront). Larger businesses pay ₹5,000 per year (State) or ₹7,500 per year (Central).
Do I need a food license for a home kitchen or tiffin service in Raipur?
Yes. Home food businesses also need FSSAI registration. Food businesses with turnover up to ₹1.5 crore a year.
Is a food license the same as a trade licence in Raipur?
No. The food license is the FSSAI registration for food safety. The trade licence comes from the Raipur Municipal Corporation and has no official fee published for a restaurant.
Where do I apply for a food license in Raipur?
On foscos.fssai.gov.in, the FSSAI portal. It is run by the State Food Safety Department (FSSAI).
How long does a food license take in Raipur?
About 7 days. Validity: 1 to 5 years.
Is Govt License a government website?
No. Govt License is an independent guide. We link to the official government portals where you apply and pay. Always confirm the fee on the portal before paying.