File FSSAI Annual Return (Form D-1) — mandatory for all State and Central FSSAI licence holders. Due date: May 31 every year.
FSSAI Annual Return (Form D-1) is an annual compliance requirement for all State and Central FSSAI licence holders. It must be filed every financial year by May 31. The return includes details about the quantity of food products manufactured/processed/sold during the year, annual turnover, and food safety compliance information. Basic Registration holders are not required to file Annual Return.
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All State FSSAI Licence holders and Central FSSAI Licence holders must file the Annual Return (Form D-1) every year. Basic FSSAI Registration holders are not required to file the Annual Return. However, if you hold a State or Central licence, filing the Annual Return is mandatory regardless of whether your business was operational during the year.
The FSSAI Annual Return must be filed by May 31 every year for the previous financial year (April to March). For example, for FY 2025-26, the return must be filed by May 31, 2026. Late filing can result in penalties of up to ₹2 lakh and may also affect your licence renewal eligibility.
Failure to file FSSAI Annual Return can result in: (1) Penalty of up to ₹2 lakh, (2) Delay or rejection of your licence renewal application, (3) Non-compliance notice from FSSAI, (4) Possible suspension of your licence. It is strongly recommended to file the return on time every year.
Form D-1 requires: business name and licence details, annual turnover, quantity of food products manufactured/imported/sold, details of food categories, compliance with food safety standards, number of audits conducted, details of any complaints or food recalls, and declaration by the food business operator. Our team helps you compile this information accurately.
Yes, you can file the Annual Return yourself on the FSSAI portal using your login credentials. However, the form requires accurate data compilation and understanding of the reporting format. Many businesses prefer professional assistance to ensure error-free filing and avoid compliance issues. We ensure accurate and timely filing on your behalf.
Yes, filing the previous year's Annual Return is mandatory before applying for FSSAI Licence Renewal. The FSSAI portal checks whether the Annual Return has been filed before allowing the renewal application. If you have not filed the return, your renewal application may be rejected. We recommend filing both together if needed.
No, there is no government fee for filing the FSSAI Annual Return (Form D-1). The filing is completely free on the FSSAI portal. Our professional fee covers Form D-1 preparation, data compilation, online filing, and ensuring compliance before the May 31 deadline.
Yes, the FSSAI portal allows you to manage multiple licences under a single login account. You can file separate Annual Returns for each licence through the same dashboard. Each licence will have its own Form D-1 based on its respective business data. Our team can handle batch filings for businesses with multiple licences.
Submitting incorrect or false information in the Annual Return can lead to penalties, compliance notices, and issues during licence renewal. If you realize an error after filing, you should contact the FSSAI authority to request a correction. Our team ensures all data is verified and accurate before submission to avoid such issues.
The FSSAI portal does not currently provide a direct option to amend a filed Annual Return. If you need to make corrections, you may need to contact the FSSAI helpdesk or approach the concerned authority. To avoid this situation, we thoroughly verify all data before filing the return on your behalf.
No, Basic FSSAI Registration (Form A) holders are not required to file the Annual Return (Form D-1). Only State and Central FSSAI Licence holders must file the Annual Return every year. However, Basic holders must still comply with other FSSAI requirements and renew their registration before expiry.
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