Fake Job Racket Busted: Income Tax Dept Impersonated

A sophisticated fake recruitment racket targeting job seekers with promises of employment in the Income Tax Department has been dismantled by Delhi Police, leading to the arrest of three key figures. Among those apprehended is a former Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) employee of the department, who allegedly used his past association to lend credibility to the scheme.

The racket reportedly ensnared at least six to seven victims, duping them of approximately Rs 10 lakh. The scam surfaced after a complaint was filed on May 18, 2026, by a resident who claimed to have been defrauded of Rs 2,03,500. The accused had approached the complainant in December 2025, with one impersonating a department employee.

To further the deception, the gang employed fake verification forms, conducted mock interviews, and even organized orientation sessions within the Income Tax Department's Civic Centre premises. These elaborate measures were designed to convince victims that the recruitment process was legitimate, though no official documents were ever issued.

Investigators have identified the arrested individuals as Rohit Chauhan, Chirag Aggarwal (a former MTS employee), and Tarun Goswami. Another suspect, Pawan Dutt Sharma, a former MTS employee, has been detained. The gang allegedly lured victims through social media advertisements, demanding between Rs 1 lakh and Rs 2 lakh from each applicant.

Further investigation is ongoing to uncover the full extent of the operation, including tracing the alleged mastermind and identifying any potential involvement of serving Income Tax Department officials. Police are also working to identify any additional victims who may have been defrauded by this deceptive scheme.