The Supreme Court of India's registry has issued a critical public advisory, warning against a new fraudulent website impersonating its official portal. This malicious site is designed to trick users into giving up sensitive personal and financial data.
A New Digital Impersonator
The Supreme Court's latest warning, issued on November 3, 2026, specifically identifies the fraudulent domain as 'scigovinjudicial.com'. The advisory cautions that this website is a sophisticated fake, created by cybercriminals to mimic the court's official online presence. Its sole purpose is to deceive the public, including litigants and lawyers, into believing they are on a legitimate government portal. This is not an isolated incident; it's the latest in a series of similar advisories. Previous warnings were issued on multiple dates, including in July 2025, April 2026, and August 2026, each flagging different fake domains attempting to clone the Supreme Court's website. This pattern highlights a persistent effort by criminals to exploit the public's trust in judicial institutions.
How the Phishing Scam Operates
This type of cyberattack is known as phishing. The criminals behind 'scigovinjudicial.com' are banking on the public's need to access judicial information like case lists, orders, and directions. They create a website that looks nearly identical to the real one, often using official-sounding names and logos. Unsuspecting users who land on this fake portal may be prompted to enter personal details, login credentials for other accounts, or even banking information under the guise of a legitimate process. The advisory explicitly warns that cybercriminals may use this link to solicit sensitive data, which can then be used for identity theft and financial fraud.
The Official Domain and How to Stay Safe
The Supreme Court Registry has been clear and consistent in its communication: the one and only official website for the Supreme Court of India is sci.gov.in. Any other variation, no matter how convincing it looks, is fraudulent. To protect yourself, the advisory recommends several simple but effective security measures. First, always verify the URL in your browser's address bar. The domain should end exactly with 'sci.gov.in'. Second, be wary of links in emails or messages. A recommended practice is to hover your mouse cursor over any hyperlink before clicking to reveal the true destination address. If the address doesn't match the official domain, do not click it.
Red Flags and Immediate Actions
A crucial point emphasized by the Registry is that the Supreme Court will never ask for personal information, financial details, passwords, or other confidential credentials via its website or email. Any request for such information is a major red flag. If you suspect you may have already interacted with the fake website and entered your details, the advisory urges immediate action. You should change the passwords for all your online accounts, especially for banking and email services. Furthermore, you are advised to notify your bank immediately to report any potential unauthorised access to your accounts. This rapid response can help mitigate potential financial loss or identity theft.
