Online and Social Media Related Crime
Online Job Fraud
A job offer on WhatsApp or Telegram asks for a fee, your ID, or a test payment before any real work.
Warning signs
The pay is high, and the only interview is a chat.
They ask for a registration fee, a kit, or a deposit before day one.
They want your Aadhaar or PAN before you can check the company.
They send a small amount first, so you trust the next, bigger request.
A real employer does not charge you to start work, or to unlock your first salary.