Noida Police has busted a gang involved in selling fake mark sheets, migration certificates, and university degrees. The operation was uncovered by Phase-1 Police, who arrested two men — Abhimanyu Gupta, the alleged gang leader, and his associate Dharmendra Gupta — near Jal Board in Sector-1, Noida. The two had been operating their entire illegal enterprise from a rented residence in Sector-15, turning the house into a full-fledged fake documentation hub.
Seized: 68 Fake Mark Sheets, University Seals, and High-End Cars
During the raid, law enforcement officials seized a significant cache of counterfeit educational materials and tools used in forgery. The recovered items include:
- 68 fake mark sheets
- 7 migration certificates
- 22 resumes
- 14 blank exam copies
- 9 data sheets
- 4 forged seals of reputed institutions
- A laptop, printer, mobile phones
- Two luxury cars and a scooty
According to DCP Yamuna Prasad, the arrested duo used high-tech methods to forge documents from various state boards and universities across India. They had amassed a customer base by targeting unemployed youth, students who failed exams, and those exceeding the age limit for government jobs.
Fake Degrees Sold for Up to ₹2 Lakh; National-Level Network Suspected
Investigations reveal that the gang charged between ₹80,000 and ₹2 lakh per document, depending on the client’s need. They also offered customized changes to marks, percentages, and even dates of birth, tailoring the fake certificates as per the demands. The gang’s digital proficiency and professional execution had allowed them to remain undetected — until now.
Police suspect the racket may have links to other cities and are currently tracking digital trails and communication records to identify more members of the syndicate. A case has been registered under multiple sections related to forgery, cheating, and criminal conspiracy. Further arrests are likely as the investigation progresses.
This case serves as a reminder of how education fraud continues to exploit vulnerable students and job-seekers, undermining the credibility of genuine qualifications. Authorities urge individuals to verify documents and report suspicious activity to prevent the spread of such fraudulent practices.