FSSAI Return Filing
Food manufacturers and certain FBOs must file an annual FSSAI return (Form D1), with a half-yearly return (Form D2) for some dairy units. We file your FSSAI returns accurately and on time to avoid the daily late fee.
Starts at
₹1,499
Government fees, department fees, inspection requirements, professional fees, renewal fees, penalties and state/local authority charges may vary based on business type, location, turnover, employee count, licence category and official requirements.
Timeline
Annual (D1 by 31 May); D2 half-yearly
Documents
Production/sales data
Form D1 / D2
For manufacturers
Avoid daily late fee
Expert-reviewed
Pricing
FSSAI return filing
Per return, by data volume. Government late fees are statutory. Many small FBOs don't need to file — we confirm first.
Annual D1
Per year
+ GST
- Applicability check
- Data compilation
- D1 filing
- Expert review
Managed Returns
D1 + D2 + reminders
By units
- All returns
- Half-yearly D2 (dairy)
- Reminders
- Document vault
Prices are professional fees and indicative. Government fees, stamp duty, DSC, PAN/TAN, state charges and third-party costs are extra and may change. A final engagement summary separates each component before payment.
Overview
What is FSSAI Return Filing?
Certain food business operators — principally manufacturers and importers — must file an annual FSSAI return in Form D1 for each licensed food product category, declaring quantities manufactured/handled during the year. It's generally due by 31 May for the preceding financial year. Some milk and dairy units additionally file a half-yearly return in Form D2.
Not every FBO has to file — small retailers and many Basic Registration holders don't — but for those who must, late or non-filing attracts a per-day late fee on the FoSCoS portal.
We confirm whether returns apply to you, compile the production/handling data, and file your FSSAI returns on time.
Is it for you?
Who needs it — and who doesn't
Recommended if
- Food manufacturers with an FSSAI licence
- Food importers
- Milk and dairy units (for D2)
- FBOs whose licence conditions require returns
May not be needed if
- Small retailers and many Basic Registration holders
- FBOs not in the return-filing categories
Benefits
Why it's worth doing right
Avoid the daily late fee
On-time D1/D2 filing prevents the per-day late fee that accrues on FoSCoS.
Stay licence-compliant
Filing returns is a licence condition for many manufacturers — meeting it keeps your licence clean.
Accurate, reconciled data
We compile your category-wise data so the return reconciles with your records.
Eligibility
Eligibility & key conditions
- You hold an FSSAI licence in a return-filing category
- You have production/handling data
- You can confirm your product categories
Documents
Documents required
What we need
- FSSAI licence details
- Category-wise production/handling quantities
- Import details (if applicable)
- Prior return (if any)
Process
A clear path from start to filed
Costs
Fees & cost breakdown
| Cost component | Indicative amount |
|---|---|
| Professional feePer return; by data volume | From ₹1,499 |
| Government feeNo fee for the return itself | Nil to file |
| Late feeIf filed after the due date; statutory | Per day |
Deliverables
What you receive on completion
After this filing
What you need to stay compliant next
Next cycle
We diarise your next D1 (and D2, if applicable) due date and remind you.
Keep with the licence
We keep returns aligned with your FSSAI licence and any renewal.
Avoid delays
Common mistakes & reasons for rejection
Common mistakes
- Assuming no return is needed when the licence requires it
- Missing the 31 May D1 deadline
- Wrong category-wise quantities
- Ignoring half-yearly D2 for dairy
Risks
Penalties & risks of getting it wrong
Late/non-filing
A per-day late fee accrues on the FoSCoS portal for delayed FSSAI returns, and persistent default can affect your licence.
AI-powered assistance
AI does the heavy lifting. Experts make the call.
AI assists with checks, drafting and explanations only. A qualified professional reviews every defined checkpoint and the final filing before submission. AI does not make consequential compliance decisions on its own.
File your FSSAI return on time
We confirm if returns apply, compile your category data and file D1/D2 — no daily late fees, licence kept clean.
Compare
FSSAI Return Filing vs FSSAI License
| Factor | FSSAI Return Filing | FSSAI License |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Periodic return on the licence | The licence itself |
| Who | Manufacturers/importers | All licensable FBOs |
| Frequency | Annual (D1) / half-yearly (D2) | 1–5 year validity |
Use cases
Built for how real businesses operate
Food manufacturer
Need: Annual return
We suggest: Form D1 by 31 May, category-wise.
Dairy unit
Need: Half-yearly return
We suggest: Form D2 in addition to D1.
Why MyFinancialAdvisory
A more accountable way to stay compliant
Quality & accountability
Reviewed by compliance experts
Every fssai return filing engagement is prepared with structured checks and signed off by qualified professionals before anything is filed — speed without sacrificing accuracy.
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Business registration & licensing review
Our registration and licensing applications are prepared with AI-assisted checks and reviewed by qualified professionals experienced in MSME, FSSAI, IEC, labour and NGO registrations before anything is submitted. Business compliance, powered by AI — verified where possible, reviewed by experts, tracked by you.
Structured document checks
Documents and eligibility follow structured checks before expert review.
Expert-reviewed before filing
A qualified professional signs off every defined checkpoint.
Compliance-safe guidance
Advice mapped to current rules — no shortcuts, no guesswork.
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FAQs
FSSAI Return Filing — frequently asked questions
Who has to file an FSSAI return?
Principally food manufacturers and importers with an FSSAI licence file the annual Form D1; some milk/dairy units also file the half-yearly Form D2. Many small FBOs don't file at all.
When is the FSSAI annual return due?
Form D1 is generally due by 31 May for the preceding financial year. Form D2 (where applicable) is half-yearly.
Is there a late fee?
Yes — a per-day late fee accrues on FoSCoS for returns filed after the due date, so timely filing matters.
Do Basic Registration holders file returns?
Generally no — return filing mainly applies to manufacturers/importers on a licence. We confirm whether it applies to you.
What data goes into the return?
Category-wise quantities of food products manufactured, handled or imported during the period, reconciled with your records.
What's the difference between D1 and D2?
D1 is the annual return for manufacturers/importers; D2 is a half-yearly return for certain milk and dairy units. Some file both.
Can you manage my returns every year?
Yes — we can run your D1 (and D2) each cycle with reminders, kept aligned with your licence and renewals.
Ready to get fssai return filing done?
Start with a quick conversation. We’ll confirm scope, documents, fees and the next deadline.