**Executive Summary**
The Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) has issued a notification, dated November 26, 2025, regarding the circulation of fake information, specifically a false notice dated November 25, 2025, concerning a "Strict Ban on Using Government Recruitment Names, Logos, and Exam Content for Selling Courses or Promotional Activities." The notification advises the public and stakeholders to be cautious and to verify information through official channels only. Violation of these guidelines will result in strict legal action.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Fake Information Circulation:**
* A fake notice dated November 25, 2025, regarding a ban on using government recruitment information for commercial purposes is being circulated.
* **Public Advisory:**
* Do not believe or forward unverified messages, advertisements, or communications claiming to be issued by MeitY.
* Always verify information through the official MeitY website and communication channels.
* MeitY has not authorized third parties to collect fees, personal data, or provide job offers without official notification.
* **Unauthorized Use and Illegal Activities:**
* No platform is authorized to use Government names, emblems, or examination content for commercial or promotional activities.
* Platforms are misusing official exam names (SSC, RRB, UPSC, IBPS, Defence, State Boards, etc.) to sell courses, promote materials, publish unofficial keys, analyze papers and create official-looking content.
* Such actions are unauthorized, misleading, and illegal.
* **Legal Repercussions:**
* Strict legal action will be taken against those creating or circulating fake information, including penalties under:
* Indian Penal Code (IPC): Section 170 (impersonation) and Section 420 (cheating and fraud).
* IT Act, 2000: Section 66D (online impersonation/cheating).
* Emblems & Names Act, 1950: Improper use of government names/emblems.
* Consumer Protection Act, 2019: Misleading advertisements.
* IT Rules 2021: Permanent blocking of channels, removal of content, and suspension of accounts.
**Impact Analysis**
**General Public and Stakeholders Impact**
* **Impact:** Risk of being misled by false information and potential financial loss.
* **Action Required:** Verify all MeitY-related information through official sources before believing or sharing it. Report suspicious content to webmaster@meity.gov.in
**Social Media Platforms, Coaching Centers, and Websites Impact**
* **Impact:** Prohibition from using Government names, emblems, or examination content for commercial purposes. Potential legal action and penalties for violations.
* **Action Required:** Cease all unauthorized use of government-related information and ensure compliance with the notification's guidelines to avoid legal repercussions.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY): The primary government body whose name, logo, and authority are being misused to circulate fake information and the issuer of the notification.
Information Technology Act, 2000: A law under which illegal actions of circulating misleading information constitute a serious offense.
Strict Ban on Using Government Recruitment Names, Logos, and Exam Content for Selling Courses or Promotional Activities: The subject of the fake notice being circulated which is causing the Ministry to issue clarification.
IT Rules 2021: The regulations which outline action that platforms will take regarding circulating false information.
Indian Penal Code (IPC): A law under which those impersonating public authority or cheating and committing fraud can be prosecuted.
Government of India
Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY)
MeitY Website Cell
New Delhi-110003
Dated: 26.11.2025
NOTIFICATION
Subject: Circulation of Fake Information in the Name of the Ministry of Electronics &
Information Technology
It has come to the notice of the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY)
that fake Notice having subject Strict Ban on Using Government Recruitment Names,
Logos, and Exam Content for Selling Courses or Promotional Activities dated 25
November, 2025 (Fake Notice attached at page no. 2) is being circulated through social
media (WhatsApp) which has no significance. Certain individuals and/or online platforms are
circulating misleading and unauthorized information by falsely using the name, logo, and
authority of Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY). Such actions are
illegal and constitute a serious offense under the Information Technology Act, 2000 and other
applicable laws.
The general public and stakeholders are hereby advised:
1. Do not believe or forward any unverified messages, advertisements, or
communications claiming to be issued by MeitY.
2. Always verify information only through the official website and communication
channels of the Ministry.
3. MeitY has not authorized any third party to collect fees, personal data, or provide
job offers, subsidies, grants, or digital services without official notification.
4. Any person found involved in the creation or circulation of fake information will face
strict legal action.
For any clarification or to report suspicious content, please contact at email
webmaster@meity.gov.in or Official Website link https://www.meity.gov.in
The Ministry urges all citizens to remain cautious and help in preventing the spread of
misinformation in cyberspace.
Tulika Pandey (Ms)
Scientist 'G' & Group Coordinator
(HRD Division, RajBhasha Section, Gender budgeting, NIELIT & ERNET)
Chief Information Officer & Web Master
Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India
Electronics Niketan, 6 CGO Complex New Delhi - 110 003
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