How Cloud Kitchen Setup works
Step 1: Business details and kitchen address
Timeline: Day 0
- Turnover, kitchen area, menu category, GST status, city.
- Ollvy determines correct FSSAI type (Basic/State/Central) and local authority requirements.
- Wrong FSSAI type = rejected by delivery platforms.
Milestone: Licence types confirmed, expert assigned
Step 2: Upload documents through the app
Timeline: Day 0-2
- Business registration proof, kitchen layout plan, food safety plan, equipment list, address proof, owner ID.
- State/Central FSSAI needs layout plan to scale.
Milestone: Documents verified
Step 3: FSSAI, GST, and trade licence filed in parallel
Timeline: Day 2-7
- FSSAI Form B filed on FSSAI portal. GST REG-01 filed simultaneously if not registered.
- Local trade licence application filed with municipal authority (MCD/BMC/BBMP depending on city).
- ARNs shared same day.
Milestone: All applications submitted
Step 4: FSSAI inspection coordinated
Timeline: Day 7-14
- State and Central FSSAI licences require physical inspection.
- Ollvy provides pre-inspection checklist: pest control certificate, water test report, equipment hygiene labels, food safety plan.
- Failed inspection = restart.
Milestone: Inspection completed
Step 5: All licences issued
Timeline: Day 10-21
- FSSAI licence number, GSTIN, and trade licence received.
- All uploaded to your Ollvy account.
- Ready to list on Swiggy, Zomato, and all delivery platforms.
Milestone: Kitchen ready to list
Everything included in Cloud Kitchen Setup
FSSAI licence - correct type confirmed upfront
Turnover determines Basic vs State licence. Wrong type means Swiggy rejects your onboarding.
Without Ollvy: Wrong FSSAI type filed. Swiggy rejects it. Start over.
With Ollvy: Turnover question determines Basic vs State before filing.
All 4 licences filed simultaneously
FSSAI, GST, Shop & Establishment, and Trade Licence applications filed on their respective portals on Day 1. Not sequentially.
Pre-inspection checklist for FSSAI
Sent 7 days before the officer visit. Covers kitchen layout, cleanliness, labelling, and document display.
Without Ollvy: Inspection failed - no prep. 2-4 weeks added.
With Ollvy: Checklist sent 7 days before. Pass rate: 92%.
Ready to list on Swiggy and Zomato
FSSAI number submitted to platforms immediately after certificate is issued.
What could go wrong with Cloud Kitchen
FSSAI inspection failure
- State/Central licences require physical inspection.
- Common failures: no pest control certificate, missing water test, equipment without hygiene labels.
- Ollvy's pre-inspection checklist covers all standard failure points.
Wrong FSSAI licence type
- Basic Registration (under Rs. 12 lakh turnover) when you need State Licence gets rejected by Swiggy and Zomato.
- Ollvy verifies turnover and operation type before filing.
- Upgrading later means restarting the process.
Operating without FSSAI
- FSSAI penalty for no licence: up to Rs. 5 lakh under Food Safety Act.
- Food safety officers can seal premises and seize stock without court order.
- Swiggy/Zomato suspend accounts with expired or invalid FSSAI.
Frequently asked questions about Cloud Kitchen Setup
Do I need FSSAI?
Yes. All food businesses need FSSAI. Below Rs. 12 lakh: Basic Registration (no inspection, Rs. 100/year). Above Rs. 12 lakh: State Licence (inspection required, Rs. 2,000-7,500/year). No exemption for home-based.
Can I list without FSSAI?
No. Swiggy, Zomato, and all platforms require valid FSSAI licence number at onboarding. They periodically verify and suspend expired licences.
What does FSSAI inspect?
Pest control certificate, water quality test, equipment hygiene labels, food safety plan, storage conditions, kitchen cleanliness, waste disposal. Ollvy provides a pre-inspection checklist.
Is GST mandatory?
Mandatory above Rs. 20 lakh turnover (services threshold). Voluntary registration recommended to claim ITC on kitchen equipment, packaging, and supplies.
Multiple brands from one kitchen?
Yes. Multiple virtual restaurants can operate from one kitchen under a single FSSAI licence.
Cloud Kitchen Setup
FSSAI + GST + trade licence. All three licences a delivery kitchen needs, handled together.
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THE PROCESS
How Ollvy handles your Cloud Kitchen Setup
Step 1: Business details and kitchen address
Turnover, kitchen area, menu category, GST status, city. Ollvy determines correct FSSAI type (Basic/State/Central) and local authority requirements. Wrong FSSAI type = rejected by delivery platforms.
Milestone: Licence types confirmed, expert assigned
Step 2: Upload documents through the app
Business registration proof, kitchen layout plan, food safety plan, equipment list, address proof, owner ID. State/Central FSSAI needs layout plan to scale.
Milestone: Documents verified
Step 3: FSSAI, GST, and trade licence filed in parallel
FSSAI Form B filed on FSSAI portal. GST REG-01 filed simultaneously if not registered. Local trade licence application filed with municipal authority (MCD/BMC/BBMP depending on city). ARNs shared same day.
Milestone: All applications submitted
Step 4: FSSAI inspection coordinated
State and Central FSSAI licences require physical inspection. Ollvy provides pre-inspection checklist: pest control certificate, water test report, equipment hygiene labels, food safety plan. Failed inspection = restart.
Milestone: Inspection completed
Step 5: All licences issued
FSSAI licence number, GSTIN, and trade licence received. All uploaded to your Ollvy account. Ready to list on Swiggy, Zomato, and all delivery platforms.
Milestone: Kitchen ready to list
Business details and kitchen address
- Turnover, kitchen area, menu category, GST status, city.
- Ollvy determines correct FSSAI type (Basic/State/Central) and local authority requirements.
- Wrong FSSAI type = rejected by delivery platforms.
Licence types confirmed, expert assigned
WHAT YOU GET
Everything included
FSSAI licence - correct type confirmed upfront
Turnover determines Basic vs State licence. Wrong type means Swiggy rejects your onboarding.Others
Wrong FSSAI type filed. Swiggy rejects it. Start over.
Ollvy
Turnover question determines Basic vs State before filing.
LICENCE STATUS
Trade Licence: Processing (15-30 days)
All 4 licences filed simultaneously
FSSAI, GST, Shop & Establishment, and Trade Licence applications filed on their respective portals on Day 1. Not sequentially.Pre-inspection checklist for FSSAI
Sent 7 days before the officer visit. Covers kitchen layout, cleanliness, labelling, and document display.Others
Inspection failed - no prep. 2-4 weeks added.
Ollvy
Checklist sent 7 days before. Pass rate: 92%.
AGGREGATOR ONBOARDING
Go live within 3-5 days of FSSAI certificate
Ready to list on Swiggy and Zomato
FSSAI number submitted to platforms immediately after certificate is issued.We file correctly.
Not just on time.
Without Ollvy
- Wrong FSSAI license type - Basic when State is needed. Swiggy rejects it on onboarding.
- GST registration at wrong address - GSTIN must match your kitchen address.
- FSSAI inspection failed - no prep. Dirty kitchen, missing layout, wrong documents.
- Missing Eating House License - Delhi requires police clearance separately.
- 3 months of back and forth. No single point of contact.
With Ollvy
- Correct license type confirmed before filing. Turnover question determines Basic vs State.
- GST address cross-checked with FSSAI address. Both applications use the same address.
- Premises checklist sent before inspection. 7 days before: layout, cleanliness, document display.
- Eating House + Trade License both covered. City-specific requirements mapped.
- One professional, one WhatsApp. Direct contact throughout.
NEXT STEPS
What Cloud Kitchen unlocks
Services that become available or mandatory after completion.
List on Swiggy and Zomato
Both platforms require FSSAI number during onboarding. Submit immediately after certificate is issued.
GST Monthly Filing
Once GST is registered, monthly returns are due by the 20th. Missing one means TCS deducted by Swiggy stays stuck.
Trademark Registration
Competitors can register your cloud kitchen brand name on Swiggy once you scale. File early.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
What customers say about Cloud Kitchen
All three licences handled together. Got a checklist of what the inspector would check. Everything was in order when they came. On Swiggy in 3 weeks.
- Mohammed Irfan Khan
Knew exactly which licences we needed before paying anything. No wrong filings, no starting over.
- Pooja Bhattacharya
FSSAI inspection passed first time. The checklist they sent a week before was exactly what the officer looked at. Worth it just for that.
- Ravi Shankar Yadav
| Document | FSSAI | GST | Trade Licence |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAN card (owner or entity) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Aadhaar card | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Address proof (owner) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Kitchen electricity bill | Yes | Yes (business address) | Yes |
| Rent agreement or ownership proof | Yes | No-objection letter if rented | Yes |
| Business registration proof | If company/LLP | If company/LLP | Yes |
| Kitchen layout plan (to scale) | State/Central only | No | Sometimes |
| Food safety plan | State/Central only | No | No |
| Equipment list with make/model | State/Central only | No | No |
| Pest control certificate | State/Central only | No | Sometimes |
| Water test report | State/Central only | No | No |
| Passport photo of proprietor/director | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Your documents are encrypted, visible only to your assigned professional, and deleted 90 days after your order closes.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
Government fees for all licences
| Licence | Government Fee | Validity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| FSSAI Basic Registration | Rs. 100/year | 1-5 years | Below Rs. 12 lakh annual turnover; no inspection |
| FSSAI State Licence | Rs. 2,000-7,500/year by category | 1-5 years | Rs. 12 lakh to Rs. 20 crore; inspection required |
| FSSAI Central Licence | Rs. 7,500/year | 1-5 years | Above Rs. 20 crore or multi-state or importer/exporter |
| GST Registration | Nil | Permanent | Monthly filing obligations begin after registration |
| Trade Licence - Delhi (MCD) | Rs. 500-5,000 depending on area | Annual | Municipal Corporation of Delhi |
| Trade Licence - Mumbai (BMC) | Rs. 1,000-10,000 by category | Annual | Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation |
| Trade Licence - Bangalore (BBMP) | Rs. 500-5,000 | Annual | Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike |
RELATED GUIDES
Deep-dive guides on Cloud Kitchen
Written by the same Ollvy CA team. Linked sources, updated when regulations change.
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