What is the BNS equivalent of IPC 392?

IPC Section 392 (Punishment for robbery) corresponds to Section 309(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS Section 309(4)?

Rigorous imprisonment up to 10 years, and fine; up to 14 years if committed on a highway between sunset and sunrise.

Is it bailable and cognizable?

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

IPC → BNS

IPC 392 in BNS: Section 309(4)

Punishment for robbery

IPC

392

BNS

309(4)

Bailable: NoCognizable: YesCompoundable: No

Offence: Punishment for robbery
Punishment: Rigorous imprisonment up to 10 years, and fine; up to 14 years if committed on a highway between sunset and sunrise.
Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class / Court of Session

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Source: jurigram.com; golegalconsultancy.com. 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 392?: IPC Section 392 (Punishment for robbery) corresponds to Section 309(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.
What is the punishment under BNS Section 309(4)?: Rigorous imprisonment up to 10 years, and fine; up to 14 years if committed on a highway between sunset and sunrise.
Is it bailable and cognizable?: Bailable: No. Cognizable: Yes. Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class / Court of Session. Always verify against the bare Act.

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