Where to Report Cyber Fraud: Portals, Helplines, and e-Zero FIR: Frequently Asked Questions in Hyderabad

Where the property or matter is in Hyderabad, the following is general information on common questions on where to report cyber fraud for someone in Hyderabad.

Before the frequently asked questions

The National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (cybercrime.gov.in) and the helpline 1930 remain the current national channels for reporting cyber fraud.

An e-Zero FIR mechanism automatically converts certain NCRP/1930 complaints above ₹10 lakh into a registered FIR; piloted in Delhi from May 2025, it was running in 19 states by August 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What number do I call to report cyber fraud in India?

The national cyber crime helpline is 1930. You can also file a complaint at cybercrime.gov.in.

Does my complaint automatically become an FIR?

If your complaint is for an amount above ₹10 lakh and your state has adopted the e-Zero FIR mechanism (running in 19 states as of August 2026), it can convert automatically into a registered FIR.

Relevant forums in Hyderabad

• The High Court with jurisdiction is the Telangana High Court.
• Matters at the district level are generally handled at the Ranga Reddy District Court (L.B. Nagar) or Medchal-Malkajgiri District Court, depending on the area.
• The relevant police authority is the Hyderabad, Cyberabad, Malkajgiri, or Future City Police Commissionerate, depending on the area.
• Cyber complaints in the area are generally routed through the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB).

For a fuller explanation, see Digital Arrest Scams: How They Work and What the Supreme Court Has Directed, Bank Account Freezes in Cyber Fraud Cases: An Unsettled Area, and Reporting Cyber Fraud: Timelines and Your Liability.

If this touches a situation you are dealing with, you are welcome to discuss it in a consultation.

This page is general information about the law in India and is not legal advice. The position can vary with the facts, so it is worth getting advice on your specific situation.