What is the BNS equivalent of IPC 326?

IPC Section 326 (Voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous weapons or means) corresponds to Section 118(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS Section 118(1)?

Imprisonment up to 10 years, or life, and fine.

Is it bailable and cognizable?

Bailable: No. Cognizable: Yes. Triable by: Court of Session. Always verify against the bare Act.

IPC → BNS

IPC 326 in BNS: Section 118(1)

Voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous weapons or means

IPC

326

BNS

118(1)

Bailable: NoCognizable: YesCompoundable: No

Offence: Voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous weapons or means
Punishment: Imprisonment up to 10 years, or life, and fine.
Triable by: Court of Session
Note: Sources differ on the exact sub-clause (118 vs 119); majority (lawsikho.com, golegalconsultancy.com) point to 118 — verify sub-clause against the bare Act.

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Sourced & verified

Source: lawsikho.com, golegalconsultancy.com (majority); jurigram.com differs. Verified on 2026-07-11. Reference only — not legal advice. Verify against the official Gazette notification and the bare Act before relying on it in any filing.

Frequently asked

What is the BNS equivalent of IPC 326?: IPC Section 326 (Voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous weapons or means) corresponds to Section 118(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.
What is the punishment under BNS Section 118(1)?: Imprisonment up to 10 years, or life, and fine.
Is it bailable and cognizable?: Bailable: No. Cognizable: Yes. Triable by: Court of Session. Always verify against the bare Act.

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