How to Register Your Restaurant on Zomato and Swiggy in 2026: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Is Your Restaurant Missing Out on Crores in Online Orders?

India's online food delivery industry has exploded in the last few years. With over 500 million smartphone users and a food delivery market projected to cross ₹2 lakh crore by 2027, the question is no longer "Should I list my restaurant online?"  it's "Why haven't I done it yet?"

Zomato and Swiggy together command over 90% of India's food delivery market. Every day, millions of hungry customers open these apps and place orders from restaurants just like yours. If you're not listed, those orders are going straight to your competitors.

The good news? Registering your restaurant on both platforms is easier than most people think and in this complete guide, we'll walk you through every single step of the Zomato restaurant registration process and the Swiggy partner registration India process for 2026.

Let's get started.

If you're running a cloud kitchen, a QSR, a dine-in restaurant, or even a home kitchen, this food delivery app onboarding guide is for you.

Here’s a list of documents Required for Zomato and Swiggy Registration

Before you begin the registration process on either platform, gather these documents. Having them ready will speed up verification significantly.

1. FSSAI License This is mandatory. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) license proves your kitchen meets food safety standards. Both Zomato and Swiggy require this for all restaurant partners.

2. PAN Card Your restaurant's or proprietor's PAN card is needed for tax and identity verification purposes.

3. GST Certificate (if applicable) If your annual turnover exceeds ₹20 lakhs (or ₹10 lakhs in special category states), GST registration is mandatory. Even if you're below the threshold, having GST helps with credibility and smoother payouts.

4. Bank Account Details A cancelled cheque or bank passbook copy is required so that your weekly/fortnightly payouts can be processed directly to your account.

5. Menu with Pricing Both platforms need your full menu item names, descriptions, and prices — to create your restaurant listing. A clean, well-organized menu speeds up the approval process.

6. High-Quality Restaurant Photos You'll need photos of your food, your restaurant space (for dine-in), and ideally your kitchen setup. Poor photos = poor first impressions = fewer orders.

7. Address Proof A utility bill, rental agreement, or any government-issued document showing your restaurant's registered address.

Pro tip: Keep both digital copies (PDF/JPG) and physical copies of all documents ready. Platforms may ask for resubmission if documents are blurry or incomplete.

Step-by-Step Process for Zomato Restaurant Registration in 2026

The Zomato restaurant registration process has been streamlined significantly. Here's how it works:

Step 1: Visit the Zomato Partner Website

Go to partner.zomato.com. Click on "Add your restaurant" or "Register Now."

Step 2: Add or Claim Your Restaurant

If your restaurant already appears on Zomato (for reviews), you can claim the existing listing. If not, click "Add a new restaurant" and enter your restaurant name and city.

Step 3: Fill in Your Restaurant Details

Provide:

• Restaurant name

• Full address with pincode

• Contact number

• Cuisine type(s)

• Operating hours

• Seating capacity (for dine-in)

Step 4: Upload Your Documents

Upload all the required documents listed above — FSSAI license, PAN, GST, bank details, and menu.

Step 5: Menu and Pricing Setup

Add all your dishes with names, categories (starters, mains, desserts), prices, and photos. This is critical — a well-structured menu directly impacts how often you appear in customer searches.

Step 6: Verification by Zomato Team

Zomato's team will review your application and documents. They may reach out via phone or email for clarification.

Step 7: Go Live!

Once approved, your restaurant goes live on the Zomato app. Customers in your area can start ordering within minutes of activation.

⏱ Approval Timeline: Typically 3–7 working days

Step-by-Step Process for Swiggy Partner Registration in 2026

The Swiggy partner registration India process follows a similar structure. Here's the breakdown:

Step 1: Sign Up on Swiggy Partner Portal

Visit partner.swiggy.com and click "Register your restaurant." Enter your mobile number and basic details to create an account.

Step 2: Submit Restaurant Details

Fill in your restaurant's:

• Legal name and brand name

• Full address

• Cuisine categories

• Business type (restaurant, cloud kitchen, bakery, etc.)

Step 3: Upload Documents

Submit your FSSAI license, PAN card, GST certificate, bank account details, and address proof through the secure portal.

Step 4: Menu Setup

Create your menu on the Swiggy dashboard — add categories, items, prices, dietary tags (veg/non-veg), and images. The more detailed your menu, the better your chances of ranking higher in search results.

Step 5: Sign the Partner Agreement

Review and digitally sign Swiggy's partner agreement. This outlines commission rates, payment terms, and operational guidelines.

Step 6: Onboarding Call (Optional)

Swiggy may schedule an onboarding call with your restaurant manager to walk you through the dashboard and best practices.

Step 7: Go Live!

After all checks are complete, your restaurant goes live on the Swiggy app.

⏱ Approval Timeline: Typically 5–10 working days

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