Delhi Police Files Fraud Case Against FIITJEE Following 190 Complaints
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Synopsis
The Delhi Police's Economic Offences Wing has taken action against FIITJEE following a surge in complaints from parents regarding alleged fraud. The case involves the sudden shutdown of a coaching center and allegations of financial misconduct.
Key Takeaways
- FIITJEE faces fraud allegations after 190 parent complaints.
- Investigation led by a DCP-level officer.
- Director and associates may be questioned.
- Seizure of Rs 11.11 crore linked to the founder.
- Parents demand refunds due to center closures.
New Delhi, March 13 (NationPress) The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Delhi Police has initiated a fraud case against FIITJEE, a prominent coaching institute chain specializing in competitive exam preparation.
This action follows 190 complaints from parents of students enrolled at the Preet Vihar center located in East Delhi.
FIITJEE abruptly closed the Preet Vihar center in January 2025.
The police have filed charges against the Director of FIITJEE and others under sections 406 (criminal breach of trust), 420 (cheating), and 120B (criminal conspiracy).
In February of this year, the EOW received 35 complaints, which have now escalated to 190. The FIR has been registered under the IPC as complaints have been surfacing since 2022. The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), India's new criminal code, became effective on July 1, 2024, replacing the IPC.
Initially, these complaints were filed with the East Delhi Police but were later transferred to the EOW for comprehensive investigation due to the significant volume of transactions involved.
According to police reports, the investigation is being conducted under the supervision of a DCP-level officer. The Director of the institute and other relevant individuals may soon be summoned for questioning.
Fraud allegations have also been reported against FIITJEE in Ghaziabad, Noida (Uttar Pradesh), and Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh).
In February, authorities in Greater Noida seized Rs 11.11 crore from 12 bank accounts associated with FIITJEE's founder, Dinesh Goyal. The operation, conducted by the Knowledge Park police and the cybercrime unit, revealed that Goyal maintained 172 current accounts and 12 savings accounts, which are being examined for potential financial misconduct.
In January, as multiple FIITJEE branches across Delhi-NCR and North India faced closures amid rumors of the institute's financial troubles, the coaching institute claimed it was a criminal conspiracy orchestrated by individuals with ulterior motives. At that time, FIITJEE cited 'force majeure' to justify the sudden closures while asserting efforts were underway to resume operations.
“The current upheaval within the institution is temporary. Company officials are striving to restore operations at all locations promptly,” stated FIITJEE.
The closure of its centers has left numerous parents outraged, leading them to file complaints demanding refunds, according to police officials.
In cities such as Noida, Ghaziabad, Meerut, and Bhopal, parents have lodged multiple police complaints. The unforeseen shutdown has left thousands of students in limbo, prompting legal actions from parents who had prepaid substantial fees and are now seeking refunds.
FIITJEE operates 72 centers across 41 cities and employs over 300 staff members.
