{"id":24699,"date":"2021-01-22T14:09:27","date_gmt":"2021-01-22T08:39:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/?p=24699"},"modified":"2021-01-22T14:09:29","modified_gmt":"2021-01-22T08:39:29","slug":"compulsory-registrations-for-setting-up-online-food-delivery-services","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/compulsory-registrations-for-setting-up-online-food-delivery-services\/","title":{"rendered":"Compulsory Registrations for Setting up Online Food Delivery Services in India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">The web-based food delivery services in India have a promising\nfuture. The development of online food ordering companies is a perfect example\nfor those who are willing to set up their food delivery services on the online\nchannel. In the past few years, most aspiring startups have started considering\nthis promising business idea seriously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/compulsory-registrations-for-setting-up-online-food-delivery-services\/#Overview_on_the_Growth_of_Online_Food_Delivery_Services\" >Overview on the Growth of Online Food Delivery Services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/compulsory-registrations-for-setting-up-online-food-delivery-services\/#Basic_LicensesRegistrations_for_Establishing_Online_Food_Delivery_Services_in_India\" >Basic Licenses\/Registrations for Establishing Online Food\nDelivery Services in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/compulsory-registrations-for-setting-up-online-food-delivery-services\/#Additional_License_for_Online_Food_Business_Services\" >Additional License for Online Food Business Services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/compulsory-registrations-for-setting-up-online-food-delivery-services\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview_on_the_Growth_of_Online_Food_Delivery_Services\"><\/span>Overview on the Growth of Online Food Delivery Services <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Given legitimate sources, almost 44% of the consumer from\nAmerica prefers buying from web-based food delivery platform at least once in a\nmonth. All of a sudden, Indian customers have started relying on online food\ndelivery services for getting a desired meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By taking this segment&#8217;s potentiality into account, we have one\nquery to put forward- isn&#8217;t it fair to invest in online food delivery services\nin a country like India where most users utilize smart devices quite prominently?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Online food delivery services offer the privilege of booking food online, which is technically more convenient and cost-effective than conventional methods. Initially, the trend has gained traction in urban &amp; semi-urban regions, but ultimately, it has found momentum in other parts of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All the web-based food platforms require obtaining an <a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/fssai-license\"><strong>FSSAI license<\/strong><\/a> for the seamless running of the food-based business in India. As per the FSSAI guideline, availing of the FSSAI license is a compulsory undertaking for ensuring that standard &amp; safe food is reaching up to the masses. There is also the compulsory norm to comply with standard regarding a properly trained staff and healthful working space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-left\"><b>Read our article<\/b>:<mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/legal-obligations-for-running-a-food-delivery-application-in-india\/\">What are the Legal Obligations for Running a Food Delivery Application in India?<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Basic_LicensesRegistrations_for_Establishing_Online_Food_Delivery_Services_in_India\"><\/span>Basic Licenses\/Registrations for Establishing Online Food\nDelivery Services in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>To set up successful online food delivery services in our country, the aspiring entrepreneurs must ensure conformity with the following requisites:-&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Basic-Licenses-Registrations-for-Establishing-Online-Food-Delivery-Services-in-India.png\" alt=\"Basic Licenses Registrations for Establishing Online Food Delivery Service in India\" class=\"wp-image-24702\" width=\"319\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Basic-Licenses-Registrations-for-Establishing-Online-Food-Delivery-Services-in-India.png 473w, https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Basic-Licenses-Registrations-for-Establishing-Online-Food-Delivery-Services-in-India-142x300.png 142w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 319px) 100vw, 319px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Get your <strong><em>business registered<\/em><\/strong> as&nbsp;Sole Proprietor Firm, Pvt. Ltd. Company,&nbsp;Partnership Firms, or a One Person Company.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is imperative to opt for <em><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/gst-registration\"><strong>GST registration<\/strong><\/a><\/em> for operating eCommerce portals. GST registration applies to all e-commerce operators, as stated under Section 2 (44) of the CGST Act of 2017, regardless of their annual turnover.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The <strong><em>vendor agreement<\/em><\/strong> must be drafted and duly signed with all the suppliers. The trade-based norms, in addition to relevant provisions applicable, should be enclosed in that.&nbsp;<\/li><li>A record of terms &amp; conditions should be drafted to limit the scope of the website&#8217;s operation in use or used. <strong><em>Privacy policy<\/em><\/strong> requires to be drafted accordingly to avert penal provisions of&nbsp;Section 43A- Information Technology Act, 2000. It is important to outlines data privacy agreements as well as the user agreement to ensure transparency.&nbsp;<\/li><li>A deed or a <strong><em>Memorandum of Understanding&#8217;<\/em><\/strong> ought to be signed with the manufactures and sellers. It should reflect the affirmation that all the manufacturers or sellers shall abide by the rules mentioned under FSSAI Act. The Memorandum of Understanding must consolidate the&nbsp;FSSAI Food License number.<\/li><li>All the FBOs, including online food delivery services, must opt for the <em><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/central-fssai-license\"><strong>Central FSSAI License<\/strong><\/a><\/em>. It is important to avail such a license for the seamless supply chain comprised of the business operator&#8217;s head office, storage, transporters, manufacturers, and distribution units. If these establishments fail to meet the <strong><em>FSSAI guidelines<\/em><\/strong>, they might encounter severe penalties imposed by the authority.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong><em>Shop Act license<\/em><\/strong> is perhaps the most basic legal registration that one must obtain within one month of starting the business operation. This license is state-specific; thus, you can obtain it from the local authority after submitting the application for the same to the inspector of the respective areas. The authority will then inspect the applicant&#8217;s information and document and might appoint the official to      conduct the onsite inspection.&nbsp;<\/li><li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/health-trade-license\"><strong>Heath Trade license<\/strong><\/a><\/em> is another important registration that enables the business to stay in line with the existing health and food norms. You can reach out to the respective Municipal Corporation of your city to apply for this license.&nbsp;<\/li><li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/fire-department-noc-in-india\"><strong>Fire NOC<\/strong><\/a><\/em> is important for online food delivery services having an in-house kitchen facility under their belt. It is issued by the Fire Department of respective states. High-rise building with more than 15 meters in height is supposed to avail Fire NOC from the said authority.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_License_for_Online_Food_Business_Services\"><\/span>Additional License for Online Food Business Services<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is the list of <strong><em>government<\/em><\/strong><sup><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Government\"><strong><em>[1]<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/sup> based registrations that are not mandatory in nature, but adheres to utmost importance for business seeking seamless growth in future.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Signage License<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The need for promoting your offering or brand through word of\nmouth, poster, testimonials, and images that is perfectly understandable. After\nall, setting up a brand image on the online platform is important to your\nbusiness existence. To employ multiple promotional planning, you will require a\nsignage license that can be availed from the local municipal corporation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Trademark Registration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A trademark is an initial, logo, or name which renders a\ndistinctive identity to the product and helps it gain repo over time. A mark\nthat sets out services apart from the rivals is regarded as a service mark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since your work of field is online services, you require ensuring that you have a registered trademark to safeguard your logo against any form of malpractices. <a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/trademark-registration\"><strong>Trademark registration<\/strong><\/a> is valid for an entire class of goods or services, including online food delivery services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/\"><strong>CorpBiz<\/strong><\/a> professionals are here to provide backup in case you require any assistance on account of licenses and registrations. Embrace our class-leading and cutting edge service concerning establishing an online food ordering services in India and a new benchmark in the food sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-left\"><b>Read our article<\/b>:<mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/documents-and-licenses-required-for-food-delivery-business-in-india\/\">Documents and Licenses Required for Food Delivery Business in India <\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The web-based food delivery services in India have a promising future. The development of online food ordering companies is a perfect example for those who are willing to set up their food delivery services on the online channel. In the past few years, most aspiring startups have started considering this promising business idea seriously. 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