Quick Answer
Every bakery in India — whether a small neighbourhood bread shop or a large industrial bakery — must have a valid FSSAI License. Small bakeries with turnover under ₹12 lakh need Basic Registration; most established bakeries need a State License; large production units need a Central License.
What is FSSAI License for Bakery?
A bakery is classified as a food manufacturing and processing unit under FSSAI regulations. Whether you bake bread, cakes, biscuits, pastries, or rusks, your bakery must comply with FSSAI standards for hygiene, ingredient sourcing, labelling, and food safety management. The FSSAI License is the legal proof of this compliance.
For bakeries, the license is especially important because baked goods are high-risk products — they use dairy, eggs, and other perishable ingredients that require strict temperature control and hygienic handling. FSSAI ensures your production environment meets these standards.
💡 Labelling Requirement: All packaged bakery products must carry the FSSAI License number, manufacturing date, best before date, ingredients list, and nutritional information as per FSSAI packaging norms.
Who Needs FSSAI License for Bakery?
- Standalone bakery shops selling bread, cakes, and pastries
- Home bakers selling custom cakes and baked goods online
- Industrial bakeries manufacturing biscuits, rusks, and packaged items
- Cake shops and patisseries
- Bakery chains with multiple outlets
- Bakeries supplying to hotels, restaurants, and supermarkets
- Bakeries exporting products internationally
Which License Type for Your Bakery?
| Annual Turnover | License Type | Issued By |
|---|
| Below ₹12 Lakh | Basic FSSAI Registration | State Food Authority |
| ₹12 Lakh – ₹20 Crore | State FSSAI License | State Food Authority |
| Above ₹20 Crore | Central FSSAI License | FSSAI Central Office |
Documents Required for Bakery FSSAI License
- PAN Card of proprietor/partner/director
- Aadhaar Card or other government-issued ID proof
- Passport-size photograph
- Proof of bakery premises (rent agreement / ownership document)
- List of bakery products to be manufactured
- Layout plan of the production area
- Food Safety Management System (FSMS) plan
- NOC from municipality or Gram Panchayat
- Water test report (for bakeries using borewell water)
- Partnership deed / Certificate of Incorporation (for firms/companies)
Step-by-Step Process
- Determine License Type — Check your annual turnover to decide Basic, State, or Central.
- Register on FoSCoS Portal — Visit foscos.fssai.gov.in and create an applicant account.
- Fill Form A or B — Form A for Basic Registration; Form B for State/Central License. Include your bakery product list and production details.
- Upload Documents — Attach all required documents.
- Pay Government Fee — Pay online via UPI, net banking, or card.
- Await Inspection — An FSSAI officer may inspect your bakery premises within 30 days.
- Receive License Certificate — Download your FSSAI License certificate from the portal.
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Fees & Timeline
| License Type | Government Fee | Processing Time |
|---|
| Basic Registration | ₹100/year | 7–10 working days |
| State License | ₹2,000–₹5,000/year | 15–30 working days |
| Central License | ₹7,500/year | 30–60 working days |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sell cakes from home without an FSSAI License?
No. Even home bakers who sell cakes, cookies, or other baked goods — whether through Instagram, WhatsApp, or local delivery — are legally required to obtain at least FSSAI Basic Registration. This applies even for small-scale operations.
Does my bakery need FSSAI if I only sell at local markets or exhibitions?
Yes. Selling food at any market, exhibition, or public event requires FSSAI Registration or License. The license type depends on your annual turnover from all food sales.
What hygiene standards must my bakery meet for FSSAI?
Your bakery must have clean production area, pest control measures, proper storage for ingredients, food-grade equipment, trained food handlers, and a documented Food Safety Management System. Inspectors check all these during verification.
How do I label packaged bakery products as per FSSAI?
Packaged bakery products must display: product name, FSSAI license number, net weight, ingredients list, nutritional information, allergen information, manufacturing date, best before date, and manufacturer address — all as per FSSAI Food Labelling and Display Regulations 2020.