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Food license in Jammu (FSSAI registration)

The FSSAI food license fee, the trade licence fee for food businesses and every other licence needed in Jammu.

Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026

FSSAI food license, basic
₹100
per year; pay 1 to 5 years upfront
Jammu 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 Jammu: what you need

Every food business in Jammu needs an FSSAI food license or registration from the State Food Safety Department (FSSAI). The same FSSAI fees apply across India. The Jammu Municipal Corporation issues a separate trade licence for the premises, and Jammu and Kashmir 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.

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

All licences for a restaurant or café in Jammu

Besides the food license, these registrations are required for a restaurant or café here.

LicenceIssued byOfficial fee
FSSAI Basic Registration (food license)State Food Safety Department (FSSAI)₹100per year; pay 1 to 5 years upfrontChecked on official site Source
Shops and Establishments registrationLabour and Employment Department, Jammu and KashmirFee not confirmedfor your staff sizeTo confirm 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 Jammu

Food businessLicenceOfficial fee
Restaurant or CaféTrade licence (Jammu Municipal Corporation)To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source
Cloud KitchenTrade licence (Jammu Municipal Corporation)To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source
Bakery or Sweet ShopTrade licence (Jammu Municipal Corporation)To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source
Home Food or Tiffin BusinessTrade licence (Jammu Municipal Corporation)To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source
Catering BusinessTrade licence (Jammu Municipal Corporation)To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source
Grocery or Kirana StoreTrade licence (Jammu Municipal Corporation)To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm 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

  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.

Where to apply

State Food Safety Department (FSSAI). Official portal for the FSSAI food license: foscos.fssai.gov.in. For the trade licence in Jammu: jmcjammu.org.

Common questions

How much is a food license in Jammu?
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 Jammu?
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 Jammu?
No. The food license is the FSSAI registration for food safety. The trade licence comes from the Jammu Municipal Corporation and costs To confirm for a restaurant.
Where do I apply for a food license in Jammu?
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 Jammu?
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.