FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) is an autonomous body established under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. Its primary objective is to regulate and supervise food safety and standards in India.

FSSAI's Registration and Licensing system is called the Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS). It is an online platform designed for food business operators to apply for registration and licensing, submit renewal applications, and maintain compliance with food safety regulations. FoSCoS makes the process of obtaining licenses and registrations for food businesses simpler and more streamlined.

Here is the Registration and Licensing procedure for different types of food businesses:

Basic Registration: Food business operators with an annual turnover of up to Rs. 12 lakhs are required to obtain a Basic Registration. The procedure for obtaining a Basic Registration is as follows:

a. Visit the FoSCoS website and create an account.

b. Fill in the Basic Registration form.

c. Pay the required fees (Rs. 100) online.

d. Submit the application.

State License: Food business operators with an annual turnover of more than Rs. 12 lakhs and up to Rs. 20 crores are required to obtain a State License. The procedure for obtaining a State License is as follows:

a. Visit the FoSCoS website and create an account.

b. Fill in the State License application form.

c. Submit the required documents, such as a declaration of food safety management systems, food safety plan, and other relevant documents.

d. Pay the required fees (depends on the turnover) online.

e. Submit the application.

Central License: Food business operators with an annual turnover of more than Rs. 20 crores are required to obtain a Central License. The procedure for obtaining a Central License is as follows:

a. Visit the FoSCoS website and create an account.

b. Fill in the Central License application form.

c. Submit the required documents, such as a declaration of food safety management systems, food safety plan, and other relevant documents.

d. Pay the required fees (depends on the turnover) online.

e. Submit the application.

In addition to the above procedures, food business operators must comply with the food safety regulations prescribed by FSSAI. They must maintain proper records, conduct regular inspections and audits, and take corrective actions whenever necessary. By following these procedures, food business operators can ensure that their products are safe and comply with the regulations set by FSSAI.