IT Act · XI — OFFENCES

Section 66C. Punishment for identity theft

In force · As amended up to 2026-08

66C. Punishment for identity theft. -Whoever, fraudulently or dishonestly make use of the electronic signature, password or any other unique identification feature of any other person, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years and shall also be liable to fine which may extend to rupees one lakh.

Source: India Code