IPC → BNS
IPC 186 in BNS: Section 221
Obstructing public servant in discharge of public functions
IPC
186
BNS
221
Under the Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 186 dealt with “Obstructing public servant in discharge of public functions”. Since the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 came into force on 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 221 of the BNS. The Sanhita renumbered the whole code, so the old IPC number does not carry over — this is the official mapping.
This page gives the official section-number correspondence. Bailable / cognizable status, the exact punishment and the trying court for this section are not yet in our hand-verified guide set — check the bare Act or ask a lawyer before relying on them.
Official source
Source: NCRB Sankalan Portal — official IPC/BNS Section Table. Compiled 2026-07-20. Reference only — not legal advice. Confirm against the official Gazette notification and the bare Act before relying on this mapping in any filing.
Frequently asked
- What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 186?
- IPC Section 186 (Obstructing public servant in discharge of public functions) corresponds to Section 221 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, per the official NCRB comparative table.
- When did the BNS replace the IPC?
- The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 replaced the Indian Penal Code, 1860 with effect from 1 July 2024. Cases registered before that date continue to be tried under the IPC.
Nearby sections
- IPC 182 → BNS 217 · False information with intent to cause public servant to use lawful power to injury of another
- IPC 183 → BNS 218 · Resistance to taking of property by lawful authority of public servant
- IPC 184 → BNS 219 · Obstructing sale of property offered for sale by authority of public servant
- IPC 185 → BNS 220 · Illegal purchase or bid for property offered for sale by authority of public servant
- IPC 187 → BNS 222 · Omission to assist public servant when bound by law to give assistance
- IPC 188 → BNS 223 · Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant
- IPC 189 → BNS 224 · Threat of injury to public servant
- IPC 190 → BNS 225 · Threat of injury to induce person to refrain from applying for protection to public servant