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Food license fees in West Bengal (FSSAI)

FSSAI Basic, State and Central food license fees and the other fees a food business pays in West Bengal.

Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026

FSSAI Basic registration
₹100 per year
FSSAI State Licence
₹5,000 per year
FSSAI Central Licence
₹7,500 per year

FSSAI fee Checked on official site Source

Food license fees in West Bengal

The FSSAI food license fee is set by FSSAI and is the same in every state, including West Bengal. You apply on foscos.fssai.gov.in and the State Food Safety Department (FSSAI) processes it. What changes from state to state is everything else: the trade licence from your city, the Shops and Establishments registration and the fire licence.

FSSAI food license types and fees

The type depends on your yearly turnover.

TypeWho needs itOfficial fee
FSSAI Basic Registration (food license)Food businesses with turnover up to ₹1.5 crore a year.₹100 per year
FSSAI State Licence (food license)Food businesses with turnover from ₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore.₹5,000 per year
FSSAI Central Licence (food license)Food businesses with turnover above ₹50 crore, and e-commerce food operators.₹7,500 per year

Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.

Other fees a food business pays in West Bengal

LicenceOfficial feeIssued by
Shops and Establishments registration (1 to 5 employees)₹30Labour Commissionerate, West Bengal
Professional tax (restaurant or café)₹2,500 a year (flat rate for this trade from 1 Oct 2026)Directorate of Commercial Taxes, West Bengal
Fire licenceVaries by areaWest Bengal Fire and Emergency Services

Restaurant trade licence and fire licence by city in West Bengal

CityTrade licence, restaurantFire licence
Kolkata₹2,800 + ₹2,000To confirm Source₹5,000
West Bengal townsVariesTo confirm Source₹4,000
HowrahVariesTo confirm Source₹4,000

Documents for the FSSAI food license

  • Photo of the owner
  • ID proof (Aadhaar or PAN)
  • Proof of premises
  • List of food items

Steps to apply

  1. Collect the documents listed here.
  2. Apply online at foscos.fssai.gov.in.
  3. Pay the official fee: ₹100 (per year; pay 1 to 5 years upfront).
  4. Wait for the result. Usual time: About 7 days.
  5. Keep the certificate safe. Validity: 1 to 5 years.

Common questions

What are the food license fees in West Bengal?
FSSAI Basic registration is ₹100 per year, the State Licence is ₹5,000 per year and the Central Licence is ₹7,500 per year. These FSSAI fees are the same in every state.
Which food license do I need in West Bengal?
FSSAI Basic Registration (food license): Food businesses with turnover up to ₹1.5 crore a year. FSSAI State Licence (food license): Food businesses with turnover from ₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore. FSSAI Central Licence (food license): Food businesses with turnover above ₹50 crore, and e-commerce food operators.
Is there a state fee for a food license in West Bengal?
The FSSAI fee does not change by state. In West Bengal you also pay separate fees for the trade licence from your city and the Shops and Establishments registration, shown above.
Where do I apply for a food license in West Bengal?
On foscos.fssai.gov.in, run by the State Food Safety Department (FSSAI).
Is Govt License a government website?
No. Govt License is an independent guide. We link to the official government portals where you apply and pay. Always confirm the fee on the portal before paying.