Archive · 21 Nov 2025
ED Introduces QR Code Verification for Summons to Combat Fake Notices
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has started using QR codes and passcodes on their summons to help people check if they're real.
This is because there have been many fake summons going around.
You can scan the QR code or visit the ED website to verify.
The ED also wants people to know they don't make arrests online, so be careful of anyone claiming to be an ED official online.
ED implements QR code and passcode system for summons verification
Public warned about fake summons impersonating ED
Verification possible via QR code scan or ED website
ED clarifies it doesn't conduct digital arrests
Citizens urged to remain vigilant against fraudsters
- Who
- Enforcement Directorate (ED)
- What
- Introduced QR code and passcode system for summons verification
- When
- Recently, with a public warning on October 8
- Where
- India
- Why
- To combat fake summons and protect citizens from fraud
ED's Stance
Fraudsters' Stance
Summons Verification
ED's Stance
ED provides QR code and passcode for verification
Fraudsters' Stance
Fraudsters mimic genuine summons to deceive
- Old Method
- Fake summons closely mimic genuine notices
- New Method
- System-generated summons with QR code and passcode
- Verification
- Scan QR code or visit ED website
- ED Arrests
- Not conducted digitally or online
- Citizen Action
- Verify summons, remain vigilant against fraud
Sources
ED introduces QR code verification to combat fake summons fraud
Finance Ministry Alerts Public on Fake Enforcement Directorate Summons; New ED QR Code System Launched for Verification
ED does not make digital arrests: How to verify fake summons and avoid fraud
Fake ED arrest warrants? This is what Indian govt has done to ensure you don't fall victim to fraud
Fake Summons: ED Introduces Measures to Help Citizens Verify Authenticity
