Delhi Police – Three Held for Alleged Fake Income Tax Job Scam
Delhi Police – Delhi Police has arrested three men, including a former employee of the Income Tax department, in connection with an alleged recruitment scam that targeted people seeking government jobs. Investigators said the accused are suspected of promising positions in the department and collecting money from applicants through a carefully planned deception.
Complaint Leads Police to Alleged Recruitment Network
The case came to light on May 18 after a complainant approached police with allegations that he had been cheated by Naveen Prakash, Deepak Tiwari and Rohit Chauhan. According to the complaint, the men assured him that they could arrange his appointment as a Multi-Tasking Staff member in the Income Tax department.
Police said the complainant was persuaded to believe that the group had access to officials who could influence the recruitment process. The allegations prompted Central district police to begin an inquiry into the matter and trace the people named in the complaint.
Former Department Employee Named in Case
According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (Central) Rohit Rajbir Singh, Prakash allegedly introduced himself to the complainant in December 2025 as an employee of the Income Tax department. He reportedly claimed that he could help secure an MTS post for the applicant.
During the interaction, Prakash allegedly introduced the complainant to Tiwari, who is accused of handling the initial payment. Police said Tiwari collected Rs 5,000 in cash from the complainant near Khatikaan Mandir in the Ajmeri Gate area.
The complainant was later given bank account details linked to Chauhan for further payments, police said. Investigators are examining whether money was transferred to the account and whether similar transactions were made by other job seekers.
Social Media Ads Used to Reach Job Seekers
Police said the alleged racket relied on social media advertisements to identify and contact unemployed young people looking for government employment opportunities. The advertisements reportedly created an impression that genuine vacancies or recruitment assistance were available.
After contacting prospective candidates, the group allegedly arranged meetings and interviews to make the process appear authentic. Police said fake interviews were conducted at Civic Centre, a location associated with several government offices and public institutions.
Investigators believe the use of a formal-looking venue may have helped the accused gain the confidence of applicants. The police are now trying to determine how many people may have been approached or cheated through the alleged operation.
Police Examine Wider Financial Trail
The three accused have been taken into custody as the investigation continues. Police are checking their bank records, mobile phones, social media accounts and communication details to identify possible victims and establish the full scale of the alleged fraud.
Officials are also examining whether the accused used forged documents, fake identity cards or other materials to support their claims. The role of any additional individuals connected to the suspected recruitment network is being investigated.
Police have advised job seekers to verify recruitment notices through official government websites and authorised channels before paying money to anyone claiming to offer employment. Genuine government recruitment processes do not involve private payments in exchange for job appointments.
The case highlights continuing concerns over fraudulent job offers, particularly those circulated online to people searching for stable government employment. Further legal action will depend on evidence gathered during the ongoing investigation.