For a retailer, an FSSAI State License is required if your annual turnover is more than ₹12 lakhs but does not exceed ₹20 crores. This license is issued by the respective State Government and is mandatory for all medium-sized food businesses that operate within a single state. Eligibility for retailers A retailer is a food business operator (FBO) who buys food products from a manufacturer or wholesaler and sells them directly to the end consumer. You will need a State License if your retail food business meets the following criteria: Required documents Retailers must submit several documents along with Form B on the Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS) portal. General documents for all FBOs: Photo identity proof of the FBO, such as an Aadhaar card, PAN card, or voter ID. Proof of business premises possession, such as a rental agreement or utility bill. Business constitution certificate, such as a Partnership Deed for a firm or a Certificate of Incorporation for a company. List of food products handled. Passport-size photograph of the concerned person. FSSAI Declaration Form. Food Safety Management System (FSMS) plan, if any. Specific documents for retailers: Form B: A duly completed and signed application form. One government registration certificate such as a Shop and Establishment Registration or Trade License. Proof of turnover. How to apply for a State License Visit the FoSCoS portal: Go to the official Food Safety and Compliance System website (foscos.fssai.gov.in). Register as a user: If you are a new user, sign up by providing your name, email, and mobile number. Choose the application type: After logging in, select "Apply for New License/Registration" and choose "State License" based on your turnover. Fill out Form B: Complete the online application form with all the required business and product details. FSSAI RETAILER STATE LICENSE For a retailer, an FSSAI State License is required if your annual turnover is more than ₹12 lakhs but does not exceed ₹20 crores. This license is issued by the respective State Government and is mandatory for all medium-sized food businesses that operate within a single state. Eligibility for retailers A retailer is a food business operator (FBO) who buys food products from a manufacturer or wholesaler and sells them directly to the end consumer. You will need a State License if your retail food business meets the following criteria: Annual Turnover: More than ₹12 lakh and up to ₹20 crore. Capacity: Any capacity, as long as the turnover criteria is met. Required documents Retailers must submit several documents along with Form B on the Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS) portal. General documents for all FBOs: Photo identity proof of the FBO, such as an Aadhaar card, PAN card, or voter ID. Proof of business premises possession, such as a rental agreement or utility bill. Business constitution certificate, such as a Partnership Deed for a firm or a Certificate of Incorporation for a company. List of food products handled. Passport-size photograph of the concerned person. FSSAI Declaration Form. Food Safety Management System (FSMS) plan, if any. Specific documents for retailers: Form B: A duly completed and signed application form. One government registration certificate such as a Shop and Establishment Registration or Trade License. Proof of turnover. How to apply for a State License Visit the FoSCoS portal: Go to the official Food Safety and Compliance System website (foscos.fssai.gov.in). Register as a user: If you are a new user, sign up by providing your name, email, and mobile number. Choose the application type: After logging in, select "Apply for New License/Registration" and choose "State License" based on your turnover. Fill out Form B: Complete the online application form with all the required business and product details. Upload documents: Attach the necessary documents listed above. Pay the fee: The annual fee for a State License for retailers is ₹2,000. You can pay online via the portal. Submit the application: After payment, a reference number will be generated for tracking your application status. Wait for inspection and issuance: An FSSAI officer may inspect your premises before issuing the license. Once approved, the certificate can be downloaded from the portal.