Cyber Fraud Statistics & Trends
An overview of reported cyber fraud incidents based on public data. This information is intended for awareness and educational purposes to help citizens identify emerging threats.
Total Reports
42,891
Since Jan 2024
Under Verification
1,245
Currently active
Action Taken
38,502
Resolved or Blocked
Top Threat
UPI Payment Fraud
34% of all reports
Reported Fraud Types
Breakdown of incidents by category
UPI / Payment Fraud34%
Phishing Links (SMS/Email)22%
Identity Theft18%
Job / Investment Fraud15%
Other11%
Regional Distribution
Top reporting zones across India
| Region | Reports | Activity Level |
|---|---|---|
| National Capital Region (NCR) | 12,450 | High |
| Maharashtra (Mumbai/Pune) | 8,920 | Moderate |
| Karnataka (Bangalore) | 6,105 | Moderate |
| Telangana (Hyderabad) | 4,300 | Normal |
| West Bengal (Kolkata) | 3,110 | Normal |
Recent Reporting Trends
Volume of citizen reports over time
1,120
Week 11,340
Week 21,560
Week 31,890
This Week+12% increase in reports compared to previous month