Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Government warns against rising job scams
The government is warning people looking for jobs to be careful about scams.
They say that real job offers through the National Career Service (NCS) portal are free and should not ask for money.
Fraudsters are tricking people by asking for fees or personal information.
The government advises checking job offers carefully and reporting any suspicious activity to the national cybercrime helpline at 1930 or the national cybercrime portal at https://cybercrime.gov.in/.
By being aware and cautious, job seekers can protect themselves from these scams.
The Ministry of Labour and Employment warns job seekers about rising job scams.
The National Career Service (NCS) portal is free for registration, job applications, and interviews.
Fraudsters use fake job ads, forged appointment letters, and demand fees for fake job offers.
Job seekers should verify offers through official channels and avoid unsolicited offers.
Report suspicious activity to the national cybercrime helpline at 1930 or the national cybercrime portal at https://cybercrime.gov.in/.
- Who
- Job seekers and the Ministry of Labour and Employment
- What
- Warning against job scams and fraudulent recruitment practices
- When
- Recently, as part of a government advisory
- Where
- India
- Why
- To prevent financial loss and protect job seekers from recruitment fraud.
Job Seekers
Fraudsters
Job Application Fees
Job Seekers
Job seekers should not pay any fees for registration, applications, or interviews.
Fraudsters
Fraudsters demand registration charges, processing fees, or security deposits for fake job offers.
Verification of Job Offers
Job Seekers
Job seekers should verify job offers through official channels and avoid unsolicited offers.
Fraudsters
Fraudsters use fake job advertisements and forged appointment letters to trick job seekers.
- National Career Service (NCS) Portal
- Free for registration, job applications, and interviews.
- National Cybercrime Helpline
- 1930
- National Cybercrime Portal
- https://cybercrime.gov.in/
- Common Fraud Tactics
- Fake job ads, forged appointment letters, and fraudulent recruitment firms.
- Sensitive Information
- Never share CVVs, OTPs, ATM PINs, or banking details with unknown individuals or websites.