e-Zero FIR System for Cybercrime
Governance · Wednesday, 29 July 2026
The e-Zero FIR system enables automatic registration of cyber financial crime FIRs irrespective of jurisdiction. Operational across 18 States/UTs, it integrates NCRP, CCTNS, and I4C systems.
Quick highlights
- Developed by I4C under MHA.
- Enabled under BNSS Section 173(1).
- Integrated with NCRP, 1930 helpline, CCTNS.
- 3-day conversion window.
- Allows immediate lien on suspect accounts.
Context
Operationalized in 18 States/UTs with over 12,000 e-Zero FIRs registered.
Key Facts
Automatically triggers FIRs beyond financial thresholds; routes to territorial cyber police stations; enables immediate fund freezing.
Significance
Reduces jurisdictional delays and increases chances of recovering defrauded funds.
Challenges / Way Forward
Requires coordination across states, awareness among citizens, and strong cyber forensic capacity.
Exam Angle
GS II & III: Internal security, cybercrime, criminal justice reforms (BNSS 2023).
Remember this
- I4C under MHA.
- BNSS Section 173(1).
- Helpline 1930.
- Integrated with CCTNS.