In today’s digital world, SIM card fraud is becoming increasingly common. Someone could misuse your identity to get a mobile connection without your knowledge. But thankfully, the Indian government has provided a secure way to check all the mobile numbers active on your ID.
Let’s understand how you can check it online in minutes and avoid misuse of your identity.
Why You Should Check Active Mobile Connections on Your ID
- Prevent SIM misuse or identity theft
- Detect unknown or unauthorized mobile numbers
- Block or report fraud numbers easily
- Secure your Aadhaar and mobile identity
What is the TAFCOP Portal?
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, has launched the TAFCOP Portal (https://tafcop.dgtelecom.gov.in) to help users check all active mobile numbers linked to their Aadhaar or name.
🔍 How to Check Active SIMs Using TAFCOP Portal
Follow these simple steps:
- Go to the official TAFCOP portal:
👉 https://tafcop.dgtelecom.gov.in - Enter your 10-digit mobile number
- Click on “Request OTP”
- Enter the OTP received on your phone
- The portal will show a list of all active mobile numbers linked to your name or ID
📱 What If You Find an Unknown SIM Card?
If you see a number that:
- You’re not using
- You don’t recognize
- You didn’t authorize
👉 You can report it immediately through the portal:
- Select the number
- Click on “This is not my number”
- Submit your response
The telecom authority will review and take action.
🛑 Maximum SIM Limit per User
As per Indian telecom rules:
- One person can have up to 9 active SIM cards
- For Jammu & Kashmir, Assam & Northeast: Limit is 6 SIMs
If you exceed this limit, the telecom company may disconnect or investigate.
✅ Tips to Protect Yourself from SIM Fraud
- Never share your Aadhaar OTP or ID proofs with unknown people
- Don’t issue a SIM card for anyone else on your ID
- Periodically check active SIMs on the TAFCOP portal
- Use biometric verification where possible
- Report any fraud immediately to your telecom operator
🔐 Use These Apps for Extra Security (India)
- mAadhaar App – To monitor Aadhaar-linked services
- TAFCOP Portal – For checking mobile numbers on your ID
- Digilocker App – For safe storage of digital documents
- UMANG App – For accessing various government services
Final Thoughts
Identity theft and SIM fraud can happen silently. With the help of the TAFCOP portal, you can take control and ensure no unauthorized mobile number is linked to your name. It’s quick, free, and secure.
👉 Check now to stay safe!