Health Clearance (Trade Health) NOC

A Health Trade NOC, or health clearance, is issued by the local health department for businesses that affect public health — eateries, food units, clinics, salons, and similar trades.

It certifies that the premises meet the prescribed hygiene and sanitation norms, and is usually renewed periodically.

• Food businesses, eateries, and food-processing units
• Clinics, salons, spas, and similar trades affecting public health
• Requirements vary by municipality

• Premises details and layout
• Water-quality and sanitation details, where required
• Employee health records, for certain trades

1. 01

   Apply to the health department

   File the application with the municipal health department.

2. 02

   Inspection

   The department inspects the premises for hygiene and sanitation.

3. 03

   NOC issued

   The health NOC is granted; renew it periodically.

PBT obtains and renews your health trade NOC.

• We confirm whether your trade needs a health NOC
• We file the application and coordinate the inspection
• We track and handle renewals
• Scope and fees agreed in writing up front

• Who needs a health NOC?

  Businesses affecting public health — eateries, food units, clinics, salons, and similar trades.

• Is it the same as an FSSAI licence?

  No. An FSSAI licence is a food-safety registration; the health NOC is a separate municipal clearance, and food businesses often need both.

• How long does it take?

  Typically one to three weeks, depending on the municipality and inspection.