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Tamil Nadu Police

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Contact information

Tamil Nadu Secretariat
Minister in-charge

Hon'ble Chief Minister - Minister for Home and Police

Headquarters & office address

Office of the Director General of Police, Dr. Radhakrishnan Salai, Mylapore, Chennai 600004

Email address
[email protected]

Directorates, boards & agencies under this department

  • Law and Order Wing
  • Crime Branch CID (CBCID)
  • Cyber Crime Police Stations Wing
  • State Crime Records Bureau (SCRB)
  • Coastal Security Group

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Frequently asked citizen questions (FAQs)

How to file an online police complaint and get CSR copy?

Citizens can lodge non-cognizable and cognizable complaints online with the Tamil Nadu Police via the official portal or the 'KAVAL UTHAVI' mobile app.

Start online (fastest):

  • Visit the Tamil Nadu Police portal (eservices.tnpolice.gov.in) or open the KAVAL UTHAVI mobile app.
  • Click 'Register Online Complaint' and log in with your mobile OTP.
  • Select the District, local Police Station limit, and subject of complaint (Theft, Missing Property, Fraud, Harassment).
  • Detail the incident, upload supporting documents/photos, and submit.

Tracking & CSR receipt:

  • An automated Community Service Register (CSR) number is sent via SMS.
  • You can track inquiry status and download your stamped CSR copy directly from the portal.
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How to apply for Police Verification Report (PVR) for jobs or tenants?

Police Verification Reports (PVR) certifying that an individual has no adverse criminal record are required for private employment, tenant screening, domestic workers, and commercial drivers.

Start online (fastest):

  • Visit eservices.tnpolice.gov.in and select 'Police Verification Service'.
  • Choose the purpose: 'Self Verification', 'Job Verification', or 'Tenant Verification'.
  • Enter applicant details, upload Aadhaar card, residence proof, and recent photograph.
  • Pay the official government verification fee of ₹500 for individuals (₹1,000 for institutions) via netbanking/UPI.

Inquiry and delivery:

  • The local police station conducts a background inquiry and issues a digitally signed verification report within 15 working days.
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What to do immediately in case of online banking or financial cyber fraud?

If you fall victim to financial cyber fraud, unauthorized UPI/ATM debits, OTP scams, or credit card fraud, reporting within the first 1 to 2 hours (the 'Golden Hour') allows authorities to freeze the stolen funds before withdrawal.

Immediate emergency action:

  • Dial 1930 immediately (National Cyber Crime 24/7 Toll-Free Helpline).
  • State your bank name, account number, transaction UTR number, date/time, and the suspect's UPI ID or phone number.
  • The 1930 cyber cell alerts the payment gateway and destination bank to freeze the stolen transaction in real-time.

Lodge official complaint:

  • Visit the national portal (cybercrime.gov.in) within 24 hours to upload transaction screenshots, SMS alerts, and bank statement evidence.
  • Contact your bank immediately to block your compromised debit card or internet banking access.
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