How to File an FIR Online in India and Track It in 2026

Filing an FIR is always free; police cannot charge you and cannot refuse a cognizable case.

Section 173 BNSS lets you report electronically, but you must sign within three days for it to count.

Most state portals allow e-FIR only for theft, lost property and vehicle theft with no known accused.

e-Zero FIR auto-registers cyber fraud above Rs 10 lakh reported on cybercrime.gov.in or helpline 1930.

Track status and download FIR copies free on your state police citizen portal or the Digital Police site.