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Food license in Guwahati (FSSAI registration)
The FSSAI food license fee, the trade licence fee for food businesses and every other licence needed in Guwahati.
Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026
FSSAI food license, basic
₹100
per year; pay 1 to 5 years upfront
Guwahati Municipal Corporation licence, restaurant
To confirm
see table below
Apply for FSSAI at
foscos.fssai.gov.in
FSSAI fee Checked on official site Source
Food license in Guwahati: what you need
Every food business in Guwahati needs an FSSAI food license or registration from the State Food Safety Department (FSSAI). The same FSSAI fees apply across India. The Guwahati Municipal Corporation issues a separate trade licence for the premises, and Assam has its own Shops and Establishments registration.
Basic registration: Food businesses with turnover up to ₹1.5 crore a year. Fee: ₹100 (per year; pay 1 to 5 years upfront).
Which FSSAI food license do you need?
It depends on your yearly turnover.
| Type | Who needs it | Official 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 |
All licences for a restaurant or café in Guwahati
Besides the food license, these registrations are required for a restaurant or café here.
| Licence | Issued by | Official fee |
|---|---|---|
| FSSAI Basic Registration (food license) | State Food Safety Department (FSSAI) | ₹100per year; pay 1 to 5 years upfrontChecked on official site Source |
| General trade licence (Guwahati Municipal Corporation) | Guwahati Municipal Corporation | To confirmper year; this trade is not on the GMC general trade licence fee listChecked on official site Source |
| Shops and Establishments registration | Commissionerate of Labour, Assam | ₹10,000for your staff sizeChecked on official site Source |
| Professional Tax (Assam Professions, Trades, Callings and Employments Taxation Act, 1947) | Taxes Department, Assam | ₹2,500 a year for most businesses and professionals with income of ₹3 lakh or more (₹1,800 or ₹2,160 for lower slabs). Dealers pay by yearly turnover: nil up to ₹4 lakh, ₹1,000 up to ₹7 lakh, ₹1,500 up to ₹10 lakh, ₹2,500 above. Staff pay: nil up to ₹10,000 a month, then ₹150, ₹180 or ₹208 a monthChecked on official site Source |
| Music licence (PPL and IPRS) | PPL India (sound recordings) and IPRS (songs) | ₹17,500 + ₹20,000a year: PPL (21 to 40 seats, metro) plus IPRS (restaurant, metro); GST extraChecked on official site Source |
Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.
Trade licence fee for food businesses in Guwahati
| Food business | Licence | Official fee |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant or Café | General trade licence (Guwahati Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; this trade is not on the GMC general trade licence fee listChecked on official site Source |
| Cloud Kitchen | General trade licence (Guwahati Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; this trade is not on the GMC general trade licence fee listChecked on official site Source |
| Bakery or Sweet Shop | General trade licence (Guwahati Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; this trade is not on the GMC general trade licence fee listChecked on official site Source |
| Home Food or Tiffin Business | General trade licence (Guwahati Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; this trade is not on the GMC general trade licence fee listChecked on official site Source |
| Catering Business | General trade licence (Guwahati Municipal Corporation) | ₹1,750per year (Catering, office)Checked on official site Source |
| Grocery or Kirana Store | General trade licence (Guwahati Municipal Corporation) | ₹1,750per year (Grocery Shop)Checked on official site Source |
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
- Collect the documents listed here.
- Apply online at foscos.fssai.gov.in.
- Pay the official fee: ₹100 (per year; pay 1 to 5 years upfront).
- Wait for the result. Usual time: About 7 days.
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: 1 to 5 years.
Where to apply
State Food Safety Department (FSSAI). Official portal for the FSSAI food license: foscos.fssai.gov.in. For the trade licence in Guwahati: gmc.assam.gov.in.
Common questions
How much is a food license in Guwahati?
The FSSAI Basic registration costs ₹100 (per year; pay 1 to 5 years upfront). Larger businesses pay ₹5,000 per year (State) or ₹7,500 per year (Central).
Do I need a food license for a home kitchen or tiffin service in Guwahati?
Yes. Home food businesses also need FSSAI registration. Food businesses with turnover up to ₹1.5 crore a year.
Is a food license the same as a trade licence in Guwahati?
No. The food license is the FSSAI registration for food safety. The trade licence comes from the Guwahati Municipal Corporation and costs To confirm for a restaurant.
Where do I apply for a food license in Guwahati?
On foscos.fssai.gov.in, the FSSAI portal. It is run by the State Food Safety Department (FSSAI).
How long does a food license take in Guwahati?
About 7 days. Validity: 1 to 5 years.
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.