04 July 2025
3 mins to read
Applying for online jobs? Learn how freshers in India can identify fake work-from-home job offers, avoid scams, and safely search for remote roles.
Got a job offer that sounds too good to be true?
It probably is.
With the rise of remote work and freelance culture in India, many freshers fall into the trap of fake job offers — losing time, energy, and sometimes even money.
This blog will teach you how to spot online job scams, protect yourself, and apply only to genuine remote/freelance roles.
| Red Flag | Why It’s Suspicious |
|---|---|
| “Earn ₹50,000/month with no experience” | Unrealistic salary promises |
| No official email or website | Scam setups often use Gmail, not domains |
| They ask for payment to “register” | Real companies never charge applicants |
| Only use WhatsApp for communication | No formal interview process |
| Grammar errors or vague job descriptions | Often created by bots or scammers |
| “Immediate joining today or lose job” | Pressure tactics to trap you quickly |
“Hello sir/madam, your resume has been shortlisted. You will work 2 hours daily from home and earn ₹8000 per week. Please pay ₹299 registration fee. Join fast.”
🚨 Fake — No real company charges for hiring you.
Check reviews on:
Glassdoor
Reddit (r/india or r/scams)
LinkedIn (is the company even listed?)
Example: careers@tcs.com is okay.
tcshiring2025@gmail.com → ❌ fake!
Most real businesses in India are registered under MCA or have a proper site.
Real companies pay you — not the other way around.
No "processing fee", "ID card charge", or "training fee" should be paid.
Apply only on verified portals like:
Naukri
Internshala
Indeed
Avoid jobs shared via random Telegram groups or unknown WhatsApp forwards.
Stop communication immediately
Do not send any more money or documents
Block/report their number and emails
File a complaint at: https://cybercrime.gov.in
Tell others — protect fellow freshers from falling into the trap
“I lost ₹500 to a fake ‘typing job’ that promised ₹15,000/month. Since then, I double-check job postings and only apply through trusted platforms. Don’t fall for instant income traps.”
— Harsh, 21, Ahmedabad
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Always check before you click. Stay informed, stay sharp, and never pay for a job — let JobinIndia help you get hired the honest and safe way.