Three arrested for fraudulent college admission scheme targeting Delhi students

Police in Delhi have arrested three persons in connection with an admission fraud racket that targeted aspiring engineering students across the region. The primary accused, identified as Yashraj Bajpai, a former student of Delhi Technological University (DTU), is alleged to have orchestrated the scheme by approaching prospective students and their families with false promises of securing admissions to top-tier engineering colleges.

According to investigating officers, Bajpai capitalized on his background as a DTU alumnus to establish credibility among victims, convincing them that he possessed insider connections capable of guaranteeing college placements. The accused allegedly collected substantial sums from multiple families in exchange for admission assurances that he had no legitimate means to fulfill.

The police investigation revealed that Bajpai operated with two accomplices who assisted in identifying and approaching potential victims. The trio targeted families with limited awareness of formal admission procedures, exploiting their aspirations for engineering education at prestigious institutions.

Authorities have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code pertaining to fraud and criminal conspiracy. Investigators are continuing their probe to identify additional victims and recover funds allegedly obtained through the scam. Police have advised parents and students to verify admission offers directly through official institutional channels and remain cautious of intermediaries claiming special access to college placements.