Quick Answer
Supermarkets and large-format grocery retail stores selling packaged food, fresh produce, dairy, meat, and beverages require FSSAI State or Central License depending on their annual turnover and number of locations. Supermarkets must ensure all products sold are from FSSAI-licensed suppliers.
Who Needs FSSAI License for Supermarket?
- Standalone supermarkets
- Grocery store chains
- Hypermarkets and warehouse stores
- Food department stores
💡 The 14-digit FSSAI License number must be displayed at your premises and printed on all packaging, bills, and menus.
Which License Type Do You Need?
| 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 |
⚠️ If your business operates across multiple states, a Central FSSAI License is required regardless of turnover.
Documents Required
- PAN & Company registration
- Store premises proof
- List of food categories to be sold
- Cold chain and refrigeration infrastructure
- FSMS plan
- NOC from local authority
- Supply chain compliance documentation
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Determine License Type — Based on annual turnover decide Basic, State, or Central.
- Register on FoSCoS Portal — Visit foscos.fssai.gov.in and create an applicant account.
- Fill Application Form — Complete Form A (Basic) or Form B (State/Central).
- Upload Documents — Attach all required documents in prescribed formats.
- Pay Government Fee — Pay online via UPI, net banking, or debit/credit card.
- Await Inspection — An FSSAI officer may inspect your premises within 30 days.
- Receive License — Download your FSSAI License certificate from the FoSCoS portal.
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
Does a supermarket need to verify FSSAI compliance of all products it stocks?
Yes. Supermarkets are responsible for selling only FSSAI-compliant products from licensed manufacturers. Selling products without FSSAI labelling or from unlicensed sources makes the retailer liable.
Do supermarket chains with multiple stores need separate FSSAI per store?
Yes. Each store location requires its own FSSAI License. However, if a chain has Central FSSAI License, the head office license covers the chain and each store registers as a unit under it.
What temperature management does FSSAI require in supermarkets?
Dairy, meat, and seafood require refrigerated display at 0–4°C. Frozen items require -18°C display cases. Ice cream requires -18°C. FSSAI inspectors check display temperature during store inspections.
Can supermarkets sell loose or unpackaged food?
Yes. Supermarkets can sell loose food from deli counters, bakery sections, and fresh produce areas. These sections are subject to the same FSSAI food safety standards as any food service operation.
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