SIM Swap Fraud on Jan Dhan Accounts

Verdict: Suspicious | Risk Score: 7/10 | Severity: high

Category: OTP

How SIM Swap Fraud on Jan Dhan Accounts Works

Overview: SIM swap fraud occurs when scammers trick mobile service providers into transferring your phone number to a new SIM card that they control. Thieves use this to intercept OTPs and access Jan Dhan and other bank accounts

Visual Intelligence:

BharatSecure's AI has identified this as a used in scams targeting Indian users.

Who Does SIM Swap Fraud on Jan Dhan Accounts Target?

General public across India

What To Do If You Encounter SIM Swap Fraud on Jan Dhan Accounts

  1. Do not click any links or share personal information
  2. Block and report the sender immediately
  3. Report at cybercrime.gov.in or call 1930
  4. Inform your bank if financial details were shared

How to Report SIM Swap Fraud on Jan Dhan Accounts in India

  • Call 1930 — National Cyber Crime Helpline (24x7)
  • File a complaint at cybercrime.gov.in
  • Contact your bank immediately if money was lost
  • Call RBI helpline: 14440 for banking fraud

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SIM Swap Fraud on Jan Dhan Accounts?
Overview: SIM swap fraud occurs when scammers trick mobile service providers into transferring your phone number to a new SIM card that they control. Thieves use this to intercept OTPs and access Jan Dhan and other bank accounts
How does SIM Swap Fraud on Jan Dhan Accounts work?
Overview: SIM swap fraud occurs when scammers trick mobile service providers into transferring your phone number to a new SIM card that they control. Thieves use this to intercept OTPs and access Jan Dhan and other bank accounts
How to protect yourself from SIM Swap Fraud on Jan Dhan Accounts?
Do not click any links or share personal information Block and report the sender immediately Report at cybercrime.gov.in or call 1930 Inform your bank if financial details were shared
How to report SIM Swap Fraud on Jan Dhan Accounts in India?
Report to cybercrime.gov.in or call 1930 (National Cyber Crime Helpline). You can also contact your local police station's cyber cell.

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