Awareness Campaign
While the digital technology has made our lives easier and more convenient, it has also made it easier for the fraudsters to trick and cheat us. Learn more about such fraud, and how you can stay safe by being vigilant.
Safe Banking Practices - What to Do
Before transacting with any company, verify whether they are a registered and licensed entity.- Check the spelling of the website / url being accessed to avoid fraud by fake websites resembling Banks or e-commerce platforms.
- Always visit the official websites of Banks/service provider and use those websites which are secure, i.e. https:// - where 's' means secured website.
- Be careful when buying/selling items online. There is no need to enter PIN/password to receive money through UPI.
Safe Banking Practices - Don'ts
Do not take help from unknown person for withdrawing or depositing money from ATM. For any kind of assistance, just contact the Bank official- Don't get caught up in tempting offers, offered by call center agents in the form of Banks, insurance, government etc. and don't share your name, password, card details/PIN/CVV/OTP, date of birth, Aadhaar, family members name etc.
- Don't respond to fake messages promising KYC updation / jobs to get lottery, government assistance and money
- Do not take Bank / NBFC contact details from Search Engines, SMS, Social Media, Email etc. Use only official website / mobile application for correct information
