Homemade food is preferred for its health and taste. If you're running a Tiffin service or selling homemade pickles and masalas, FSSAI registration is a mandatory requirement to stay in business.
Most home-cooked meal services start under the **Basic FSSAI Registration**. This is a flexible category designed to encourage small entrepreneurs without imposing heavy infrastructural costs.
While using your home kitchen, FSSAI looks for:
To join platforms like Swiggy, Zomato, or specialized home-food apps, you **must** upload a copy of your FSSAI registration. It is the gatekeeper to the digital food economy.
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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.
Everything you need to know about FSSAI registration in India
Do I need a license for selling food on WhatsApp groups?
Yes, commercial selling of food through any medium (including social media) requires FSSAI registration.
What is the simplest way to get FSSAI for a home kitchen?
Applying for a Basic Registration with your Aadhaar and a photo of your kitchen is the fastest route.
Are there any health checks for home cooks?
FSSAI highly recommends that anyone handling food should be in good health and follow basic hygiene SOPs.