| Aspect | Zero FIR | e-FIR |
| Definition | Allows any police station to register a FIR, regardless of the crime’s location. | Enables online registration of FIRs through a designated portal or electronic communication. |
| Purpose | Ensures immediate action without jurisdictional barriers. | Facilitates crime reporting without the need to visit a police station. |
| Steps for Lodging | 1. Approach any police station. 2. Registration by SHO. 3. Preliminary enquiry. 4. Transfer to jurisdictional station. 5. Investigation by assigned officer. | 1. Log into e-FIR portal or send electronically. 2. Submit personal and incident details. 3. Verification and preliminary enquiry. 4. Registration within three days. 5. Assignment and investigation by SHO. |
| Preliminary Enquiry | Conducted within 14 days for offences punishable by 3-7 years of imprisonment. | Conducted within 14 days for certain offences. |
| Remedies for Non-Registration | Complain to the Superintendent of Police or apply to a Magistrate under BNSS sections 173(4) and 199. | Complain to the Superintendent of Police or apply to a Magistrate under BNSS sections 173(4) and 199. |
SOP on Zero FIR and e-FIR under BNSS
