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Empowering Citizens for a Safer Digital World

National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal: https://cybercrime.gov.in

Report Cybercrimes

·   Protects your digital identity, money, and peace of mind

·   Helps law enforcement track and stop cybercriminals

·   Prevents future victims

·   Builds a safer and more trustworthy online environment

·   May help in recovering financial losses

What Can You Report?

Category

Examples

Women & Child Related Crimes

Cyberstalking, harassment, child pornography/exploitation

Financial Frauds

Phishing, UPI frauds, fake investment schemes, scam calls

Other Cybercrimes

Hacking, identity theft, data breach, online defamation

Online Harassment

Doxing, impersonation, revenge porn, blackmail via social media

File a Cybercrime Complaint

1. Visit the Official Portal

o   Go to https://cybercrime.gov.in

o   Choose language (English or Hindi)

2. Select Crime Type

o   Women/Child Related Crime

o   Financial Fraud

o   Other Cybercrime

3. Register or Log In

o   New users: Select your state, enter email & mobile, verify via OTP

o   Existing users: Log in with your credentials

4. Fill the Complaint Form

o   Describe the incident (minimum 200 characters)

o   Avoid using special characters like @, #, %, $, etc.

o   Enter date, time, and location of the incident

o   Attach evidence (screenshots, chats, receipts, etc.)

o   Add suspect details if available

5. Upload Documents

o   Mandatory: Valid ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport – JPG/PNG ≤ 5MB)

o   Optional: Supporting documents (screenshots, transaction slips – ≤ 10MB each)

6. Submit Your Complaint

o   Review all details carefully

o   Click Submit

o   Note the Acknowledgment Number for tracking

 Track Your Complaint

·   Use the acknowledgment number on the portal to check status

·       https://cybercrime.gov.in/Webform/chkackstatus.aspx

·   Stay patient – updates may take time

  What Need to File a Complaint

·   Personal Info: Name, mobile, email, ID proof

·   Incident Info: Date, time, description of incident

·   Financial Details (if applicable): Bank name, UPI ID, amount, transaction ID

·   Evidence: Screenshots, chats, links, documents, suspect information·

 Tips for Effective Reporting

·   Report immediately — especially in financial frauds

·   Provide accurate and detailed information

·   Stay calm and factual; don’t use emotional or abusive language

·   Keep all evidence intact; do not delete messages or emails

·   Double-check your contact details to receive updates

Cyber Safety Tips for Online Banking

·   Use strong, unique passwords; change them regularly

·   Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) on all financial apps

·   Avoid clicking on suspicious links or attachments

·   Use only secure and private Wi-Fi networks

·   Check your bank statements regularly for unauthorized activity

·   Install antivirus software and keep devices updated

·   Avoid saving passwords in browsers, especially on shared devices

Stay Aware, Stay Safe

·   Be alert — your vigilance can protect you and others

·   Share this guide with friends, family, and community groups

·   Bookmark https://cybercrime.gov.in for quick access

·   Be a responsible digital citizen and promote cyber awareness