Selling homemade food online is one of the easiest ways to start a business in India today. Whether it's home-cooked meals, pickles, or cakes, the digital marketplace is open. But to list your food online, you must cross the legal bridge of FSSAI.
The first step for any home cook is getting an FSSAI Basic Registration. It costs only ₹100/year in government fees and can be done entirely online. This gives you the 14-digit number that Swiggy, Zomato, and Shopify will ask for.
You don't need a commercial setup for a Basic Registration, but you must maintain hygiene. Keep your domestic kitchen free from pests, use potable water, and ensure that anyone helping with the cooking is clean and uses headgear or gloves if necessary.
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Browse services and select 'FSSAI Registration' from the list.
Make a secure online payment of the service fee.
Your application is submitted instantly to our team.
• An invoice is automatically generated and available for your records.
• You can track the live status of your application in the 'My Applications' section.
• Our dedicated Pragati support team will contact you within 4–5 hours to collect the required documents and complete the processing.
Is GST mandatory for home bakers?
If you sell through your own network and stay under ₹20 Lakh turnover, GST is often not mandatory. But if you want to sell on Swiggy or Zomato, they usually mandate a GST number.
Can a tenant apply for FSSAI in a rented apartment?
Yes, you can use your Rent Agreement and a recent utility bill as proof of address for the FSSAI registration.
Do I need a commercial gas connection?
For small-scale home businesses, FSSAI doesn't strictly check gas types, but local municipal or fire rules might have their own requirements as you scale.