New Delhi: A highly deceptive cyber fraud dubbed the “All India Pregnant Job” scam has emerged across several Indian states, prompting law enforcement agencies, particularly in Bihar, to take swift action against those behind the operation. Police have confirmed that the scheme is completely fake, with no legal, medical, or ethical basis, and have warned citizens to stay alert against such misleading offers circulating online.
So far, eight people allegedly involved in running the racket have been arrested, while the main mastermind is still absconding. Investigators say the scam targets men through social media advertisements on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, luring them with promises of payouts ranging from ₹10 lakh to ₹15 lakh for supposedly impregnating childless women. Officials have categorically stated that no such “job” exists and that victims are being deliberately misled.
According to police findings, the fraud operates through a well-planned process. Victims are first drawn in by flashy online advertisements promising high earnings for little effort. Once contact is established, they are asked to pay a small “registration fee,” often around ₹799. This is followed by repeated demands for additional payments under various pretexts such as security deposits, court documentation, or GST charges. As the scam progresses, fraudsters collect sensitive personal information, including Aadhaar and PAN details, photographs, and contact numbers.
Authorities revealed that fake court notices and forged government documents are then used to intimidate victims. When individuals refuse to make further payments, they are threatened with legal action, defamation, or public exposure. Investigators have confirmed that there are no women involved in the process, no legitimate contracts, and no payments ever made to the victims, who are left with financial losses and, in many cases, mental distress.
Cybercrime officials have advised the public to exercise extreme caution, stressing that genuine employers never demand registration or processing fees. Citizens are being encouraged to immediately report such advertisements to local police stations or through official cybercrime reporting portals. Experts have also suggested relying only on verified job platforms for employment opportunities and following government schemes through official channels to avoid falling prey to online fraud.
