An FIR (First Information Report) must be filed at the police station that has jurisdiction over the area where the offence occurred. Under CrPC Section 154, police cannot refuse to register an FIR for a cognizable offence.

1Visit the police station with jurisdiction over the crime location
2Speak to the duty officer or Officer in Charge (OC)
3State the facts clearly — time, place, people involved
4Police will write the FIR — read it carefully before signing
5Get your FREE copy of the FIR immediately (your legal right)
6Note the FIR number for all future follow-ups

NC (Non-Cognizable) Report in Kolkata

For minor offences, you can file an NC (Non-Cognizable) report at any police station in Kolkata. An NC creates an official record without triggering an automatic investigation.

FIR

Serious cognizable offences — auto-investigation, arrest without warrant

NC Report

Minor offences — creates a record, needs magistrate order for investigation

When to NC

Minor disputes, threats, minor assault, neighbour disputes, lost property

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Women Safety in Kolkata

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Your Rights at Kolkata Police Stations

Police CANNOT refuse to register an FIR for a cognizable offence

You are entitled to a FREE copy of your FIR immediately

You have the right to legal representation from the moment of arrest

You must be produced before a magistrate within 24 hours of arrest

Women's statements can be recorded at home by a female officer

You have the right to know the name and badge number of any officer

Know Your Legal Rights

Guaranteed by the Indian Constitution & CrPC

Official West Bengal Police Website

For the most up-to-date and authoritative information on police stations in Kolkata and across West Bengal, visit the official state police website.

West Bengal Police – Official Website

https://wbpolice.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions – Kolkata Police

How many police stations are there in Kolkata district?

Our directory lists 71 police stations in Kolkata. The total number of stations may be higher as we continue adding data. For a complete official list, visit the West Bengal Police website.

What is the police emergency number for Kolkata?

Call 100 for police emergency or 112 for the unified emergency response (police, fire, ambulance) anywhere in Kolkata and across India. These numbers work on all networks including without balance.

Can I file an FIR at any police station in Kolkata?

An FIR should ideally be filed at the police station that has jurisdiction over the location where the offence occurred. However, you can file a 'Zero FIR' at any station for serious offences — it will be transferred to the correct station.

How do I find the nearest police station in Kolkata?

Use our 'Find Near Me' GPS feature to instantly locate the nearest police station to your current location. You can also search by area name or browse the station list above.

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