Identity and KYC scams over the phone
On a call the pressure is live: no time to read, no time to check, and a rule that you must not tell anyone.
Guides
Aadhaar Fingerprint Cloning ScamFraudsters use leaked fingerprints and Aadhaar numbers to withdraw money through Aadhaar-enabled…Fake e-KYC Video Call and Selfie ScamA caller says a video KYC is needed to keep your account active, records your face and ID, then…Aadhaar Copy Misuse for SIM and Loan FraudA copy of your Aadhaar or PAN handed over for a sale, rental or job is reused for SIM cards and…Ration Card e-KYC and Subsidy ScamMessages warn that your ration card will be cancelled unless you complete e-KYC through a link or…Fake Doctor Appointment and Lab Report Link ScamA message about your lab report or a doctor appointment carries a link that steals logins or asks…
Check before you act
- The caller asks for an OTP, UPI PIN, card PIN or CVV.
- You are told that a case, arrest, block or penalty is coming within minutes.
- You are asked to move money to a "safe account".
- You are told to keep the call secret.
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