What is FSSAI Annual Return Filing?
Holding an FSSAI licence comes with ongoing compliance obligations, and the annual return is one of the most important. Non-filing can affect licence renewal and invite penalties. Some categories, such as milk and milk products, have additional half-yearly returns. TaxBucket compiles product-wise data, files the return on FoSCoS and keeps your licence compliant and renewal-ready.
Who needs it?
- Manufacturers holding a State or Central FSSAI licence
- Importers of food products
- Labellers and re-packers
- Milk and milk product businesses (half-yearly return Form D-2 as applicable)
Key benefits
- Keeps the FSSAI licence compliant
- Avoids daily late fees
- Smooth licence renewal
- Better record-keeping of production and sales
Documents required
Checklist: keep these ready
- FSSAI licence number and FoSCoS login
- Product-wise production, sales and import quantities and values
- Details of food categories handled
- Previous returns (if any)
Step-by-step process
- 1
Step 1
Collect product-wise data for the financial year
- 2
Step 2
Log in to FoSCoS and select the licence
- 3
Step 3
Fill Form D-1 with quantities and values
- 4
Step 4
Submit the return and save the acknowledgement
- 5
Step 5
Track renewal and other compliance
Key facts: fees, timelines, due dates and penalties
- 1Due date: 31 May every year (for the previous financial year)
- 2Late fee: Rs 100 per day
- 3Applies to manufacturers, importers, labellers and packers with a licence
- 4Basic registration holders and pure retailers are generally not required to file Form D-1
Why choose TaxBucket for FSSAI Annual Return Filing?
- 14+ years of experience in tax, GST, MCA and legal compliance
- ISO 9001:2015 certified company with a team of tax and compliance professionals
- Transparent pricing with no hidden charges
- End-to-end online process with a dedicated expert and regular status updates
- Office in South West Delhi; serving clients across India
Frequently asked questions
Who needs to file the FSSAI annual return?
Licensed food manufacturers, importers, labellers and re-packers.
What is the due date for the FSSAI annual return?
31 May each year for the previous financial year.
Is the FSSAI annual return required for restaurants?
Restaurants and retailers are generally not required to file Form D-1, but they must follow other FSSAI compliances.
What is the penalty for late filing?
A late fee of Rs 100 per day applies until the return is filed.
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