The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has published the official list of FSSAI-recognized Food Testing Laboratories (FTLs) along with the updated validity of their NABL accreditation as of October 6, 2025. This list is intended for the purpose of analyzing food samples collected under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
The Authority has directed all Food Safety Commissioners and FSSAI Notified Laboratories to refer to this updated list. The recognition and continued validity of these laboratories will be subject to guidelines and orders issued by FSSAI periodically.
Key Data on Recognized Laboratories
The attached Annexure I lists 223 recognized laboratories across Northern, Western, Southern, and Eastern regions, detailing their NABL Certificate Numbers, contact information, designated Food Analysts, and the validity dates for chemical, biological, and other testing scopes.
The validity of NABL accreditation is crucial as it signifies the technical competence and quality management systems of the testing facility.
- NABL Accreditation Status: The list indicates whether the laboratory has undergone an NABL-FSSAI Integrated Assessment (marked Y/N).
Regional Distribution Highlights
| Region | Total Labs Listed (Approx.) | Labs in Delhi (Northern Region) | Labs in Maharashtra (Western Region) | Labs in Tamil Nadu (Southern Region) |
| Count | 223 | 15 (Out of 67) | 33 (Out of 67) | 22 (Out of 94) |
Laboratories with Expired/Suspended Status
Annexure II separately lists laboratories whose NABL accreditation validity has expired, or are under suspension or denotification process as of October 6, 2025. This list serves as a warning regarding facilities whose testing services may no longer be utilized for official FSSAI samples.
The detailed scope of accreditation for each laboratory can be verified on the NABL website using the provided NABL Certificate (TC) Number.