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FSSAI Third Party Audit

Schedule 4 Compliance Auditing for Food Business Operators

Auriga Research Certification Division is an FSSAI-recognized Third Party Audit Agency conducting mandatory compliance audits for Food Business Operators (FBOs) across India. Our audits are conducted per FSSAI's Schedule 4 criteria and accepted by FSSAI for licensing, compliance verification, and inspection reduction.

FSSAI mandates third-party audits for high-risk food categories including dairy, meat, poultry, seafood, infant foods, and catering operations. An Auriga Research audit gives your business an independent, credible assessment of food safety practices — and a clear roadmap for any improvements required.

Our auditors operate across all major cities and food manufacturing hubs in India, ensuring fast scheduling and minimal business disruption.

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Mandatory Audit Categories

FSSAI mandates third-party audits for the following high-risk food business categories. Businesses in these categories must obtain an approved audit before or alongside their licensing application.

Dairy Products

Milk, cheese, butter, ghee, ice cream, paneer, UHT products

Meat & Meat Products

Fresh, frozen, processed, and ready-to-eat meat products

Fish & Fish Products

Fresh, frozen, dried, and processed seafood products

Poultry, Eggs & Products

Fresh/frozen poultry, processed eggs, egg-based preparations

Infant & Nutritional Foods

Infant formula, baby food, nutraceuticals, health foods

Prepared & Catering Foods

Restaurants, cloud kitchens, canteens, packaged ready-to-eat meals

Our Code of Conduct

Impartiality

Auditors operate independently with no commercial interest in the outcome. Conflicts of interest are assessed and managed before every assignment.

Confidentiality

All client information, findings, and business data remain strictly confidential and are not shared with third parties without consent.

Scheme Compliance

Audits are conducted strictly per FSSAI-prescribed Schedule 4 criteria and FSSAI Audit Agency guidelines — no deviations.

Consistency & Quality

Standardized audit methodologies, trained auditors, and internal QA reviews ensure consistent, reproducible findings across all sites.

Pan-India Audit Coverage

Auriga Research's certification recognized nationwide by FSSAI. Our auditors operate out of Delhi, Gurugram, Bangalore, and Baddi — with the ability to conduct audits across all major food manufacturing states including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh.

Delhi

Gurugram

Bangalore

Baddi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FSSAI Third Party Audit?

FSSAI Third Party Audit is a compliance assessment conducted by an FSSAI-recognized Audit Agency against Schedule 4 of the Food Safety and Standards (Licensing and Registration of Food Businesses) Regulations. The audit evaluates hygienic and sanitary conditions, food safety management practices, infrastructure, and documentation. It helps food businesses identify compliance gaps and reduces the frequency of regulatory inspections from FSSAI officials.

Which food businesses are required to undergo FSSAI Third Party Audit?

FSSAI mandates Third Party Audits for high-risk food businesses including dairy and dairy product manufacturers, meat and poultry processors, fish and seafood processors, infant food manufacturers, catering establishments (including cloud kitchens and institutional caterers), and packaged food businesses operating under Central Licence. State-licensed businesses may also be required to undergo audits at the discretion of the State Food Safety Commissioner.

Is Auriga Research recognized by FSSAI as an Audit Agency?

Yes. Auriga Research Certification Division operates as an FSSAI-recognized Third Party Audit Agency. Our audit reports are accepted by FSSAI for compliance verification and licensing purposes across India.

What does the audit cover?

The FSSAI Third Party Audit covers Schedule 4 requirements including: location and surroundings, buildings and facilities, equipment and containers, cleaning and sanitization, personal hygiene, raw material control, HACCP/food safety plan implementation, testing and calibration, documentation, and recall procedures. The audit concludes with a graded report indicating compliance status.

How often is FSSAI Third Party Audit required?

The audit frequency is determined by FSSAI based on the risk level of the food category and the previous compliance history of the business. Typically, high-risk businesses undergo audits annually. A successful third-party audit may reduce the frequency of official FSSAI inspections.

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