IPC → BNS
IPC 276 in BNS: Section 278
Sale of drug as a different drug or preparation
IPC
276
BNS
278
Under the Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 276 dealt with “Sale of drug as a different drug or preparation”. Since the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 came into force on 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 278 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 276?
- IPC Section 276 (Sale of drug as a different drug or preparation) corresponds to Section 278 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 272 → BNS 274 · Adulteration of food or drink intended for sale
- IPC 273 → BNS 275 · Sale of noxious food or drink
- IPC 274 → BNS 276 · Adulteration of drugs
- IPC 275 → BNS 277 · Sale of adulterated drugs
- IPC 277 → BNS 279 · Fouling water of public spring or reservoir
- IPC 278 → BNS 280 · Making atmosphere noxious to health
- IPC 279 → BNS 281 · Rash driving or riding on a public way
- IPC 280 → BNS 282 · Rash navigation of vessel