New Delhi, August 24, 2026: The Delhi Police Cyber Police Station of East District has busted an alleged fake call centre operating from Laxmi Nagar, which was reportedly being used to cheat job seekers on the pretext of providing employment with Air India.
Police have arrested three accused, including two women, in connection with the alleged job fraud. The accused reportedly posed as representatives of Air India’s human resources department and contacted prospective job seekers with offers of ground-duty positions.
Fake Air India HR Representatives Allegedly Targeted Job Seekers
According to Delhi Police, the accused allegedly operated the call centre from Laxmi Nagar and presented themselves as Air India HR representatives.
Job seekers were reportedly offered ground-duty positions and were allegedly asked to make payments under various pretexts, including registration and employment charges.
The case highlights the growing risks faced by people searching for employment online and through telephone-based recruitment offers.
Money Allegedly Collected Through UPI
Police said that victims were allegedly asked to transfer money through UPI in the name of registration and employment-related charges.
Fraudsters using fake recruitment schemes often attempt to create an impression of legitimacy by posing as representatives of well-known companies and offering attractive employment opportunities.
In the present case, the alleged use of Air India’s name was reportedly intended to convince job seekers that they were dealing with genuine recruitment representatives.
Three Accused Arrested
The Delhi Police Cyber Police Station of East District has arrested three persons, including two women, in connection with the alleged fraud.
The arrests followed police action against the fake call centre operating from Laxmi Nagar.
Investigators are now examining the alleged role of the accused and the manner in which the operation was being conducted.
Investigation Underway to Identify More Victims
Police have initiated further investigation to identify additional victims and other associates who may have been involved in the alleged fraud network.
Investigators are also expected to examine financial transactions and other evidence to determine the scale of the operation and identify the alleged beneficiaries of the money collected from job seekers.
The investigation could reveal whether the accused were operating independently or as part of a larger recruitment fraud network.
Job Seekers Advised to Remain Cautious
The case serves as a reminder for job seekers to verify recruitment offers before sharing personal information or making payments.
Applicants should be particularly cautious when a person claiming to represent a company asks for money in exchange for registration, interview processing, employment confirmation or other recruitment-related services.
Job seekers should independently verify recruitment information through the company’s official channels rather than relying solely on phone calls, WhatsApp messages, emails or social media advertisements.
How to Avoid Fake Job Scams
People searching for employment can take several precautions to reduce the risk of recruitment fraud:
- Verify the vacancy through the company’s official website.
- Avoid making payments to individuals claiming to guarantee a job.
- Do not share banking passwords, OTPs, PINs or other sensitive financial information.
- Verify the identity of recruiters independently.
- Be cautious of job offers that demand urgent payment.
- Preserve messages, phone numbers, payment details and other evidence if a suspected fraud occurs.
- Report suspected cyber fraud promptly through official law-enforcement channels.
Air India Name Allegedly Misused
The alleged use of a major airline’s name in a recruitment scam highlights how fraudsters can misuse established brands to gain the trust of potential victims.
Job seekers should remember that the appearance of a company logo, an official-looking message or a caller claiming to be an HR representative does not by itself establish that a recruitment offer is genuine.
Independent verification remains essential before making any payment or providing sensitive information.
Conclusion
The Delhi Police Cyber Police Station of East District has busted an alleged fake job call centre in Laxmi Nagar and arrested three accused, including two women.
The accused allegedly posed as Air India HR representatives, offered ground-duty jobs and collected money from job seekers through UPI under the guise of registration and employment charges.
With the investigation continuing to identify other victims and alleged associates, the case highlights the importance of verifying recruitment offers and avoiding advance payments to unverified individuals.
