What is the BNS equivalent of IPC 406?

IPC Section 406 (Punishment for criminal breach of trust) corresponds to Section 316(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS Section 316(2)?

Imprisonment up to 5 years, or fine, or both.

Is it bailable and cognizable?

Bailable: Yes. Cognizable: Yes. Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class. Always verify against the bare Act.

IPC → BNS

IPC 406 in BNS: Section 316(2)

Punishment for criminal breach of trust

IPC

406

BNS

316(2)

Bailable: YesCognizable: YesCompoundable: Yes

Offence: Punishment for criminal breach of trust
Punishment: Imprisonment up to 5 years, or fine, or both.
Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class

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Sourced & verified

Source: NCRB, BPRD, jurigram.com, lawsikho.com, golegalconsultancy.com (all agree). 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 406?: IPC Section 406 (Punishment for criminal breach of trust) corresponds to Section 316(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.
What is the punishment under BNS Section 316(2)?: Imprisonment up to 5 years, or fine, or both.
Is it bailable and cognizable?: Bailable: Yes. Cognizable: Yes. Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class. Always verify against the bare Act.

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