‘All India Pregnant Job’ Scam: Men Promised ₹10–15 Lakh to Impregnate Women; Multiple Gangs Busted in Bihar

A shocking and deeply disturbing cyber fraud known as the “All India Pregnant Job Service” has come to light, exposing how desperation, unemployment and social taboos are being exploited online. Bihar Police have busted multiple gangs involved in the scam, which promised men payouts of ₹10–15 lakh for impregnating childless women - a job that never existed.

The scam surfaced prominently in Nawada district, where police arrested eight accused, including minors, after tracking complaints from victims who lost thousands - and in some cases lakhs - to the fraud. Authorities believe the racket operated across multiple states, with Bihar acting as a major recruitment and coordination hub.

How the Scam Targeted Victims

Fraudsters placed sensational advertisements on Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Telegram, claiming men could earn large sums by participating in a “confidential fertility assistance programme.” Unemployed youth from rural areas were particularly targeted.

Once contact was established, victims were asked to pay a small “registration fee” - often ₹799 - followed by escalating demands for money under various pretexts such as medical tests, court permissions, legal affidavits, GST charges and “security deposits.” No women were ever involved; the entire setup was designed purely for extortion.

Police officials said the scammers even threatened victims with fake legal notices, public exposure or fabricated allegations if they refused to pay further amounts.

Bihar at the Centre of the Network

Raids conducted in Nawada’s Manwa and Kahuara villages led to the seizure of mobile phones containing chats, scripts and payment trails linked to more than 100 victims. Initial estimates suggest losses exceeding ₹20 lakh from a single cluster, with statewide figures believed to be far higher.

Investigators noted that similar fraud models have earlier been seen in fake overseas job offers and investment scams. Experts say poor financial record-keeping and lack of awareness often make such crimes harder to trace - a gap that professional bookkeeping services in india are increasingly helping businesses and investigators bridge by maintaining cleaner transaction trails.

Anatomy of the Fraud Pipeline

The scam followed a predictable pattern:

• Lure: Sensational job ads promising easy money

• Hook: Low registration fee to build trust

• Extraction: Repeated payment demands using fake documents

• Threats: Psychological pressure, blackmail and shame

Funds were routed through UPI mule accounts, gaming apps and occasionally cryptocurrency to avoid detection.

Police Action and Public Warning

Bihar Police have registered FIRs under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the IT Act. Cyber units are coordinating with the national I4C platform to track money trails and identify kingpins still at large.

Officials urged citizens not to fall for online job offers that demand upfront payments or make extraordinary claims. Victims are encouraged to report incidents immediately via the 1930 cybercrime helpline, stressing that there is no shame in coming forward.