Fake High Court jobs racket exposed: Seven-member gang cheated job seekers of ₹48 lakh in Bengaluru

Accused opened fake offices, conducted mock interviews, forged appointment orders, and collected lakhs from unemployed youth across Karnataka; Basaveshwaranagar Police register case and begin investigation.

Bengaluru police have uncovered a major employment fraud in which a seven-member gang allegedly cheated unemployed youth of lakhs of rupees by promising jobs in the Karnataka High Court. The racket, led by Sudarshan Adyanthaya, operated by setting up fake offices, conducting mock interviews, and issuing forged appointment letters.

The case came to light following a complaint filed at the Basaveshwaranagar Police Station by four victims, including Jayasimha, who collectively lost ₹48 lakh. Police have registered a case and launched a detailed investigation into the scam.

According to the complaint, Jayasimha had recently returned to Bengaluru from Malaysia and was actively searching for a job. During this period, a relative introduced him to Sudarshan Adyanthaya, who claimed he could secure a position in the High Court. Trusting these assurances, Jayasimha and three others were lured into paying large sums.

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The accused reportedly opened offices to conduct interviews, creating an impression of a legitimate recruitment process. They targeted unemployed youth across Karnataka, promising government jobs and collecting huge amounts of money from candidates.

To strengthen their deception, the gang allegedly created forged recruitment documents and appointment letters. In one instance, they even brought in an elderly man and introduced him as a senior official, claiming he was personally issuing job orders. The victims were promised posts such as Second Division Assistant in the High Court.

Believing the elaborate setup and official-looking paperwork, the complainants transferred money in multiple installments. However, when no actual appointments materialised and the accused began avoiding contact, the victims realised they had been cheated and approached the police.

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Investigations revealed that the group was specifically formed to carry out job fraud. The seven accused allegedly operated as a coordinated gang, systematically targeting job seekers and collecting money under false pretences.

Basaveshwaranagar Police have registered a case and are currently tracking the accused. Authorities are also verifying whether more victims across the state have fallen prey to this scam. Police have urged job seekers to remain cautious and verify recruitment claims through official government channels before paying any money.