Criminal Record Check
Service Overview
A criminal record check is the primary tool for ensuring workplace safety. We verify both digital court records through the e-Courts system and physical police records, covering the candidate's current and permanent addresses as well as every district they have lived or worked in.
A comprehensive court records search, FIR verification and criminal history screening covering the whole of India.
Criminal Record Check at a glance
- Turnaround time
- 3-5 Business Days
- Coverage
- All Indian states — district courts, High Courts and police records
- Check category
- Criminal verification
- Legal basis
- Public records under the RTI Act 2005, on written consent
Why this check matters
An employer can be held liable for negligent hiring where a reasonable check would have revealed a relevant conviction. This is the check most often cited in workplace-safety litigation.
Key Features
Our Verification Process
Search in National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data.
State-wise court database search.
Analysis of FIRs and pending criminal proceedings.
Verification of warrants or past convictions.
Who typically needs this check
- Every employee-facing role
- Roles with access to homes or customers
- Cash-handling and security positions
- Roles working with children or vulnerable adults
Red flags this check detects
- Convictions relevant to the role
- Pending criminal proceedings or charge sheets
- Open warrants
- Cases filed under a variant of the candidate's name
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Address Proof
*Note: Digital copies are usually sufficient for initial screening.
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Criminal Record Check — Common Questions
The standard turnaround time for Criminal Record Check is 3-5 Business Days. Timelines can extend if a source such as a court registry or previous employer is slow to respond.
Aadhaar Card, Address Proof. Digital copies are usually sufficient for initial screening.
Court Record Search, FIR Verification, Pending Cases Check, Warrant Search. Every check is delivered as a report with a clear pass, discrepancy or unable-to-verify outcome.
Yes. Explicit written consent from the candidate is mandatory before we begin any criminal verification, as required by the DPDP Act 2023. Consent can be withdrawn at any time.
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