What is the BNS equivalent of IPC 489A?

IPC Section 489A (Counterfeiting currency notes or bank notes) corresponds to Section 178 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS Section 178?

Imprisonment for life, or up to 10 years, 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 489A in BNS: Section 178

Counterfeiting currency notes or bank notes

IPC

489A

BNS

178

Bailable: NoCognizable: YesCompoundable: No

Offence: Counterfeiting currency notes or bank notes
Punishment: Imprisonment for life, or up to 10 years, and fine.
Triable by: Court of Session
Note: Single-source mapping (jurigram.com).

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Sourced & verified

Source: jurigram.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 489A?: IPC Section 489A (Counterfeiting currency notes or bank notes) corresponds to Section 178 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.
What is the punishment under BNS Section 178?: Imprisonment for life, or up to 10 years, 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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