FoSCoS Portal: Complete Guide for FSSAI Applications 2026

FoSCoS — Food Safety Compliance System — is the official online portal of FSSAI (foscos.fssai.gov.in) for all licensing, registration, renewal, modification, and compliance activities. As of 2026, all FSSAI applications must be filed online through FoSCoS.

What Can You Do on FoSCoS?

• Apply for FSSAI Basic Registration, State License, and Central License
• Renew existing FSSAI licenses and registrations
• Apply for license modifications (address change, product addition, etc.)
• File annual returns (Form D1 and D2)
• Track application status in real-time
• Download FSSAI license and registration certificates
• Submit food recall reports
• Register as a Food Safety Mitra (FSM)

How to Create a FoSCoS Account

1. Visit foscos.fssai.gov.in
2. Click "Sign Up" on the homepage
3. Enter your mobile number and email address
4. Verify with OTP sent to your mobile
5. Set a password and complete profile setup
6. Your FoSCoS account is ready

Applying for FSSAI Registration on FoSCoS

1. Login to FoSCoS with your credentials
2. Click "Apply for License/Registration"
3. Select your State and District
4. Choose the type: Basic Registration / State License / Central License
5. Select your Kind of Business (KOB) from the dropdown
6. Fill Form A (Basic Registration) or Form B (License)
7. Upload required documents (PDF format, max 1 MB each)
8. Pay government fee via online payment
9. Submit and save Application Reference Number

How to Track FSSAI Application Status

1. Login to FoSCoS
2. Click "Track Application" from the dashboard
3. Enter your Application Reference Number
4. View real-time status: Submitted → Under Scrutiny → Approved / Query Raised

Downloading Your FSSAI Certificate

Once your application is approved, you can download your certificate directly from FoSCoS:

• Login → Dashboard → My Applications → click Approved application → Download Certificate

Common FoSCoS Issues and Solutions

• OTP not received: Check SMS and email; use alternate mobile number
• Document upload failure: Compress PDF to under 1 MB
• Payment error: Try UPI or different bank; clear browser cache
• Application stuck: Contact Designated Officer or use FoSCoS helpline 1800-112-100

Conclusion

FoSCoS is designed to make FSSAI compliance fully paperless and online. However, navigating it for the first time can be challenging. Velco Legal India handles your complete FoSCoS application — from form filling to document upload and payment — ensuring zero errors and fast approval.