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Cyber Fraud Awareness Guide

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UPI Fraud

  • Never share your UPI PIN or OTP with anyone
  • Ignore “collect requests” from unknown numbers
  • Verify merchant QR codes before scanning
  • Never download apps from unknown links or SMS
  • Enable transaction limits in your bank app
  • Beware of fake “cashback” collection requests
⚠ If defrauded via UPI, report immediately at 1930
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Investment Scam

  • No genuine investment guarantees high returns
  • Verify SEBI registration before investing
  • Beware of Telegram/WhatsApp “stock tips” groups
  • Never pay fees to “unlock” investment profits
  • Research the company thoroughly before investing
  • Be skeptical of “limited time” urgent offers
⚠ Check SEBI SCORES portal for investor complaints
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Phishing Attack

  • Always check the full URL before entering credentials
  • Banks never ask for password/OTP via email or SMS
  • Enable two-factor authentication on all accounts
  • Don’t click links in suspicious SMS or emails
  • Use official bank apps only from Play Store/App Store
  • Report phishing to cybercrime@gov.in
⚠ When in doubt, type the bank URL manually
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Fake Customer Care

  • Never call support numbers found on Google
  • Use only official bank website contact numbers
  • No bank asks for remote access to your device
  • Don’t install AnyDesk/TeamViewer at agent’s request
  • Hang up immediately if asked for OTP/PIN
  • Report the number to cybercrime.gov.in
⚠ Your bank will never call asking for your PIN
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Online Shopping Fraud

  • Only buy from verified/trusted e-commerce sites
  • Never pay via personal UPI before receiving goods
  • Avoid “too good to be true” deals on social media
  • Verify seller ratings and reviews before purchase
  • Use credit card for online purchases when possible
⚠ Always use COD or trusted payment gateways
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Job / Loan Fraud

  • No genuine employer asks for upfront registration fees
  • Verify job offers via the company’s official website
  • RBI-registered lenders never ask for upfront fees
  • Beware of WhatsApp groups offering “work from home”
  • Check NBFC registration before taking any loan
⚠ Report suspicious job offers to cybercrime.gov.in

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