Fraudsters impersonate bank officials requesting urgent KYC updates to steal your credentials and account access.

• Contact your bank directly using official numbers only
• Verify the caller’s identity before sharing anything
• Never share your OTP, PIN, or password with anyone
• Don’t click links sent via SMS claiming to be your bank

Scammers post fraudulent job listings with unrealistic salaries to collect fees and personal data from unsuspecting job seekers.

• Use verified, official job portals only
• Always cross-check employer credentials independently
• Never pay any fee to secure or confirm a job offer
• Don’t share Aadhaar or bank details before confirming legitimacy

Cloned websites and fake sellers lure buyers into advance payments for products that never arrive.

• Shop only on verified, well-reviewed platforms
• Prefer cash-on-delivery when buying from new sellers
• Never scan a QR code to “receive” money — it only sends
• Avoid deals that seem too good to be true

Criminals impersonating police or government officials make video calls threatening “digital arrest” unless an immediate payment is made.

• Stay calm — digital arrest does not legally exist in India
• Disconnect immediately and report to cybercrime authorities
• Never pay money based on threats made over video calls
• Don’t share personal documents with unknown callers

High-return, low-risk investment schemes designed to trap victims with promises of guaranteed profits that vanish overnight.

• Invest only through SEBI-registered entities and platforms
• Research every platform thoroughly before committing funds
• Never trust “guaranteed returns” — no investment is risk-free
• Don’t join investment groups on WhatsApp or Telegram

Malware-laced apps, in-game social scams, and data-theft tools specifically target the online gaming community.

• Download games and apps only from official stores
• Review app permissions carefully before installing
• Never share account credentials with online teammates
• Don’t click external links shared in game chats

“Congratulations! You’ve won” — followed by a request to pay processing or tax fees before the prize can be released.

• Ignore and delete all unsolicited prize notifications
• Report suspicious messages to cybercrime authorities
• No legitimate prize ever requires you to pay to receive it
• Don’t share bank details to “claim” any prize

Fake emails, SMS, and phone calls impersonating trusted brands or banks to harvest login credentials and financial data.

• Check URLs carefully — look for misspellings or odd domains
• Keep browsers, antivirus, and OS fully updated
• Never share OTP or passwords via phone or email
• Don’t click email links — type URLs directly into your browser

Fake customer support numbers are placed as paid ads in search results, leading victims to call criminals posing as support agents.

• Always visit the official website directly for contact details
• Bookmark official pages of services you use regularly
• Don’t call numbers found in search ads without verifying
• Never share account details during an unsolicited support call

Fake profiles clone real individuals or business brands to deceive followers into sending money or personal information.

• Verify identity offline before transferring any money
• Enable two-factor authentication on all social accounts
• Never send funds based solely on a social media request
• Don’t accept friend requests from suspicious duplicate accounts

Unofficial apps silently steal credentials while SIM cloning transfers your mobile number to give attackers access to your OTPs.

• Download apps exclusively from Google Play or the App Store
• Contact your carrier immediately if your SIM stops working
• Never install APK files from unknown websites or messages
• Don’t ignore sudden loss of mobile network signal

Victims are recruited — often unknowingly — to transfer illegal funds through their bank accounts, making them legally complicit.

• Refuse any offer to use your account for “business transfers”
• Report suspicious approaches to your bank immediately
• Transferring illegal funds is a criminal offence — even if unknowing
• Don’t share your account details with people you’ve only met online

Tampered USB charging stations at airports and public spaces silently install malware or steal data while your device charges.

• Use your own charger plugged into a standard power socket
• Carry a portable power bank for travel charging
• Never plug your device into a public USB charging port
• Don’t charge at kiosks offering “free charging” without explanation

AI-generated fake videos and audio clips are used to manipulate, extort, or impersonate trusted individuals for financial or reputational damage.

• Verify shocking or unusual content through a second trusted source
• Use verification tools to detect AI-generated media
• Never share sensational videos without confirming authenticity
• Don’t respond to demands based on fabricated video “evidence”

Scammers pose as tech support agents and convince users to install screen-sharing software, then steal banking credentials in real time.

• Only allow remote access to verified, trusted professionals
• End any session immediately if banking is mentioned
• Never grant remote access to anyone who contacted you first
• Don’t enter any passwords while your screen is being shared

Malicious software locks your files, systems or devices and demands a ransom payment — often with no guarantee of recovery even if paid.

• Maintain regular, tested backups stored offline or in the cloud
• Keep all software and operating systems fully updated
• Never pay the ransom — it funds criminals and rarely recovers data
• Don’t open attachments from unknown or suspicious email senders