How to File a Cyber Crime Complaint in Telangana:

Cyber crimes are increasing rapidly with the growing use of online banking, social media, and digital transactions. In Telangana, victims of cyber crimes can file complaints through online and offline methods, ensuring timely reporting and investigation. This guide explains how to file a cybercrime complaint in Telangana, the documents required, and the types of cyber offences covered by the cybercrime police.

What Is a Cyber Crime?

Cybercrime refers to illegal activities carried out using computers, mobile devices, networks, or the internet. These crimes are often committed for financial gain, data theft, harassment, or extortion. Cybercriminals exploit weaknesses in digital systems to steal sensitive information, commit fraud, or spread illicit content, causing serious harm to individuals and organisations. Online Method to File a Cyber Crime Complaint in Telangana:

The easiest and fastest way to report cybercrime in Telangana is through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal.

The portal allows complaints to be filed under the following categories: Cyber Crimes Against Women and Children, Cyber Financial Fraud, and other types of cyber crimes. 1. Cyber Crimes Against Women and Children: Complaints under this category can be filed anonymously or by registering as a user. This includes: Child sexual abuse material, Online sexual harassment, Rape or sexually explicit content and Obscene content involving women or children.

2. Cyber Financial Fraud: This category covers online monetary frauds such as Online banking scams, UPI and wallet frauds, Debit and credit card fraud and Investment and trading scams

3. Other Cyber Crimes: This category includes hacking and unauthorised access, Social media impersonation and harassment, Identity theft and data breaches and Phishing, email fraud, and online scams

Step-by-Step Process to File a Cyber Crime Complaint Online in Telangana

1. Visit the official portal at cybercrime.gov.in

2. Choose the appropriate complaint category based on the nature of the cybercrime

3. Register or report anonymously in case of women or children related crimes

4. Fill in the complaint form with accurate details such as date, time, platform used, and description of the incident

5. Upload supporting evidence like screenshots, emails, transaction details, or chat records

6. Submit the complaint and note the acknowledgement number for tracking

Filing online ensures faster reporting and direct routing of the complaint to the concerned cybercrime unit.

Offline Method to File a Cyber Crime Complaint in Telangana

If you prefer reporting in person, cybercrime complaints can also be filed at designated cybercrime police stations or local police stations.

Documents Required for Cyber Crime Complaint

Carry the following documents while filing a complaint:

• Written complaint describing the incident

• Soft copy of the complaint if available

• Address proof such as Aadhaar card, passport, or utility bill

• Identity proof

• Bank statement if the complaint involves financial fraud

Once the complaint is registered:

• You will receive a complaint or reference number

• Authorities will begin an investigation based on jurisdiction

• You may be contacted for additional information or verification

• You can track the complaint status using the acknowledgement number

Cyber Crime Complaint for Financial Fraud in Telangana

• If the fraud amount exceeds ₹1 lakh, contact the Cyber Crime Police Station helpline at 8712665171

• If the fraud amount is below ₹1 lakh, visit your local police station

Early reporting increases the chances of freezing fraudulent transactions.

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