NABCB Accredited (FS 025) · FSSAI Notified Audit Agency · FoSTaC Training Partner

ISO 22000 Certification, FSSAI Audit & FoSTaC Training

Auriga Research, Certification Division

The Auriga Research Certification Division is an NABCB-accredited certification body for FSMS per ISO/IEC 17021-1 (Certificate FS 025), an FSSAI-notified third-party audit agency, and an FSSAI-recognised FoSTaC Training Partner (Registration TPAUR330/12-20), delivering ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management System certification, FSSAI Schedule 4 audits, and FoSTaC food safety supervisor training across India.

Backed by the Arbro Group's analytical heritage, with Arbro Lab operational since 1990 and Auriga Research founded in 2007, the group has held NABL accreditation continuously since 2003 without a single break. The Certification Division extends this heritage into food safety management systems certification and auditing.

Our auditors are food safety specialists, subject matter experts, and technical professionals focused on closing compliance gaps, building robust food safety systems, and helping food businesses meet domestic and export market requirements.

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40+ Years

Arbro Group heritage since 1985

Since 2007

Auriga Research established

12,000+

Clients served across India

5 Labs

Delhi · Gurugram · Bangalore · Baddi · Bahadurgarh

Who We Are

The Certification Division operates as an independent certification, audit, and training arm of the Arbro Group, separate from its analytical testing laboratories. The Division exists to make internationally recognised food safety standards accessible and practical for every food business in India.

Audit

Independent, impartial third-party assessments against FSSAI Schedule 4 and ISO 22000:2018 food safety standards.

Certify

NABCB-accredited ISO 22000:2018 FSMS certification that opens doors to global markets and builds buyer confidence.

Train

FSSAI-recognised FoSTaC programmes that build your team's food safety competence and meet mandatory supervisor requirements.

Our Services

Three core services covering every dimension of food safety compliance — certification, auditing, and training.

ISO Certification

ISO 22000:2018 FSMS Audit

Food Safety Management System certification applicable across food and feed industries. Aligned with the High-Level Structure (HLS) for seamless integration with other management systems including ISO 9001. Covers the entire food chain — from primary production to retail.

  • Gap analysis and pre-audit assessment
  • Stage 1 & Stage 2 certification audits
  • Surveillance and recertification audits
  • Corrective action review and closeout
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FSSAI Third Party Audit

Third-party auditing service recognized under FSSAI's Food Safety Ecosystem. Reduces the frequency of regulatory inspections for food businesses and strengthens internal surveillance systems. Conducted by FSSAI-trained auditors against Schedule 4 compliance criteria.

  • Schedule 4 compliance audit (Basic, State, Central licence)
  • Hygienic & sanitary condition assessment
  • Food safety management plan review
  • Detailed audit report with grading
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FoSTaC Training Program

Food Safety Training and Certification (FoSTaC) program mandated by FSSAI for food safety supervisors. Delivered by FSSAI-approved trainers across food business categories — catering, manufacturing, retail, and transport & distribution.

  • Basic, Advanced & Special category courses
  • Catering, manufacturing & retail streams
  • FSSAI-recognised certification on completion
  • On-site and scheduled batch training available
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Our Credentials

The three regulatory credentials that define a food safety certification body in India — held by the Auriga Certification Division.

NABCB FS 025

Accredited certification body under the National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies — ISO/IEC 17021 conformity for ISO 22000 FSMS certification.

FSSAI Notified Audit Agency Schedule 4

Notified third-party audit agency under FSSAI's Food Safety Ecosystem — authorised to conduct Schedule 4 compliance audits across food business categories.

FoSTaC Training Partner TPAUR330/12-20

FSSAI-recognised Food Safety Training and Certification partner — delivering Basic, Advanced, and Special category courses for food safety supervisors.

NABCB Accreditation Certificate

Certificate No. FS 025

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FSSAI FoSTaC Training Partner Certificate

Certificate No. TPAUR330/12-20

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Who Needs This

Six food business profiles use the Certification Division for ISO 22000 certification, FSSAI Schedule 4 audits, and FoSTaC supervisor training.

Food & Beverage Manufacturers

Packaged food, beverage, snack, sauce, and ready-to-eat manufacturers needing ISO 22000:2018 FSMS certification and FSSAI Schedule 4 audits for licence renewal and buyer due diligence.

Dairy & Edible Oil Producers

Dairy, ghee, edible oil, and ingredient producers needing third-party audit reports for FSSAI compliance and onboarding by domestic and export buyers.

Catering & Hospitality Operators

Hotels, restaurants, QSR chains, cloud kitchens, institutional caterers, and airline and railway catering operators meeting FSSAI Schedule 4 and ISO 22000 buyer requirements.

Food Retail & Cold Chain Operators

Supermarkets, packaged food retail chains, cold-chain warehouses, and transport operators needing audit and certification under FSSAI Schedule 4 and ISO 22000.

Food Exporters & Importers

Exporters and importers needing internationally recognised FSMS certification and FSSAI audit reports for destination-buyer onboarding and export market acceptance.

Food Safety Supervisors & Teams

Food safety supervisors, QA managers, and frontline food handlers needing FSSAI-mandated FoSTaC training and certification across catering, manufacturing, retail, and transport streams.

Why Auriga

Six reasons food businesses choose the Auriga Certification Division as their food safety certification, audit, and training partner.

NABCB Accredited Certification Body

NABCB-accredited under ISO/IEC 17021-1 (Certificate FS 025) for ISO 22000:2018 FSMS certification, accepted by domestic and international buyers.

FSSAI Notified Audit Agency

Notified third-party audit agency under FSSAI's Food Safety Ecosystem, authorised to conduct Schedule 4 compliance audits across food business categories.

FSSAI FoSTaC Training Partner

FSSAI-recognised FoSTaC Training Partner (Registration TPAUR330/12-20) delivering Basic, Advanced, and Special category courses for food safety supervisors.

Arbro Group Heritage Since 1985

Backed by 40+ years of Arbro Group analytical heritage, with Auriga Research founded in 2007 and NABL accreditation held continuously since 2003 without a single break.

End-to-End Food Safety Partner

Single partner across certification, auditing, training, and analytical testing. Reports and certificates accepted by FSSAI, NABCB, and major retail and export buyers.

Pan-India Audit Coverage

Auditors and trainers deployed across India from Delhi, Gurugram, Bangalore, Baddi, and Bahadurgarh, with WhatsApp response within 2 hours during working hours.

How It Works

Four steps from initial gap assessment to NABCB-accredited ISO 22000 certificate or FSSAI audit report.

01

Initial Gap Assessment

Share your food business category, licence type, and certification objective. Your dedicated SPOC conducts a gap assessment and confirms the audit scope, timeline, and fee before you commit.

02

Documentation & Pre-Audit Support

Our team reviews your food safety management system documentation, identifies non-conformities, and supports remediation before the certification or Schedule 4 audit begins.

03

Stage 1 & Stage 2 Audit

Independent food safety auditors conduct the Stage 1 documentation audit and the Stage 2 on-site audit per ISO/IEC 17021-1 and FSSAI Schedule 4 requirements.

04

Certificate & Surveillance

On successful closeout of non-conformities, your NABCB-accredited ISO 22000 certificate or FSSAI audit report is issued. Annual surveillance audits keep your certification current.

Key Customers

Catering & Hospitality

Taj Hotels
The Ashoka Hotels
Seven Seas Hotel
The Lodhi
Sahara Hospitality
ITC's Hotel Group
DLF
Vivanta

Manufacturers & Others

Surya Herbal
LINEX Laboratories
VEEBA
Heebs
EasyDay
Tasty Dairy Specialities Ltd.
VITA

Meet the Team

Dr. Saurabh Arora

Dr. Saurabh Arora

Managing Director

Leads Auriga Research with a vision for quality, safety, and scientific excellence across all divisions including certification and auditing services.

Swati Arora

Swati Arora

Head of Certification Division

Heads the Certification Division with deep expertise in food safety management systems, FSSAI auditing, and FoSTaC training programme delivery.

Our Locations

Delhi (HQ)

4/9 Kirti Nagar Industrial Area, New Delhi 110015

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Gurugram (Manesar)

Plot 136, Sector 5, IMT Manesar, Haryana 122052

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Bangalore

136, 6th Cross Rd, 2nd Stage, Yeshwanthpur, Bengaluru 560022

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Baddi

Dev Chaudhary Complex, Bagbania, Baddi-Nalagarh Rd, Solan, HP 174102

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Bahadurgarh

Plot 56, HSIIDC Industrial Estate, Bahadurgarh, Haryana 124507

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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. It helps food businesses identify gaps in food safety practices, reduces regulatory inspection frequency, and improves overall hygiene standards.
Is FoSTaC certification mandatory?
Yes. FSSAI mandates that every food business operator (FBO) must have at least one trained and certified Food Safety Supervisor under FoSTaC for every 25 food handlers. The certification is required across all categories — catering, manufacturing, retail, and transport & distribution.
What is ISO 22000:2018 and who needs it?
ISO 22000:2018 is an international standard for Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS). It is applicable to any organisation in the food chain — farms, processors, manufacturers, packaging companies, distributors, retailers, and food service providers. Certification demonstrates commitment to food safety and is increasingly required by global buyers and retail chains.
How long does ISO 22000 certification take?
The typical timeline from engagement to certification is 3-6 months depending on the current state of your food safety management system. This includes gap analysis, documentation support, implementation period, and Stage 1 & Stage 2 audits. Our team works closely with your operations team to streamline the process.
Which industries does the Certification Division serve?
The Certification Division serves food manufacturers, catering and hospitality businesses, food retail chains, packaged food brands, ingredient suppliers, cold chain operators, and food exporters. We have experience across dairy, spices, beverages, bakery, seafood, poultry, and ready-to-eat categories.

Ready to Get Certified?

Talk to our Certification Division team for an initial gap assessment and customised proposal for ISO 22000, FSSAI audit, or FoSTaC training.

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