Massive Fraud Using the Name of TTD
A major employment scam has come to light involving the prestigious Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), one of India’s most respected religious institutions. Fraudsters allegedly created fake appointment letters resembling official TTD recruitment documents by using forged TTD logos, Executive Officer (EO) signatures, and official-looking seals. They reportedly deceived unemployed youth and collected huge sums of money by promising government jobs.
Victims claim that the accused collected between ₹15 lakh and ₹50 lakh from each candidate, with the total fraud believed to have crossed ₹5 crore. A complaint has been lodged at the Tirupati East Police Station, and an investigation is currently underway.
How Did the Fake TTD Recruitment Racket Operate?
According to the victims, a group of middlemen approached unemployed candidates claiming they could secure jobs in TTD. They allegedly promised appointments to posts such as Junior Assistant, Record Assistant, and Attender, demanding hefty payments in return.
After receiving the money, the accused handed over appointment letters that closely resembled genuine TTD recruitment orders. These documents reportedly carried the TTD logo, official letterhead, department details, seals, signatures resembling those of the Executive Officer, candidate photographs, and post details, making them appear authentic.
₹15 Lakh to ₹50 Lakh Collected from Each Candidate
Victims allege that the amount demanded varied depending on the post offered. Payments reportedly ranged from ₹15 lakh to ₹50 lakh per candidate.
With several unemployed youth allegedly falling victim to the racket, the overall fraud is estimated to have exceeded ₹5 crore.
After collecting the money, the accused allegedly delayed the process by promising training sessions, posting orders, and joining dates. Eventually, they switched off their phones and became unreachable, leaving the victims stranded.
Fake Appointment Letters Carried TTD Logo and EO Seals
One of the most alarming aspects of the scam is the sophisticated preparation of forged appointment letters.
The documents reportedly contained the official TTD logo, department names, training centre details, designation, candidate photographs, seals, and signatures resembling those of senior officials. Because of their professional appearance, many candidates believed they were genuine official documents.
This level of forgery convinced many victims to pay large sums without suspecting any foul play.
Victims Realized There Were No Actual Jobs
Initially, the accused kept changing joining dates and directed candidates to report at various offices. However, when the candidates later contacted TTD officials directly, they discovered that no such recruitment process had ever been conducted.
It was only then that they realized they had been cheated.
Complaint Filed at Tirupati East Police Station
The victims approached the Tirupati East Police and lodged a formal complaint.
Police have registered a case and launched an investigation into:
- The financial transactions involved.
- The preparation of fake appointment letters.
- The individuals behind the fraud.
- Whether more victims are yet to come forward.
Officials are examining every possible angle of the case.
Incident Raises Serious Questions
The scam has triggered several important questions:
- How were fake appointment letters created using the TTD name?
- Who misused the official logo, seals, and document formats?
- How did such large amounts of money change hands without authorities receiving information?
- Were there influential persons involved in the fraud?
These questions are expected to be answered through the ongoing police investigation.
Public Advisory: Don’t Fall for Job Scams
Officials and experts have once again cautioned the public that recruitment in government institutions is conducted only through official notifications, examinations, and transparent selection procedures.
Candidates should never pay money to individuals claiming they can secure government jobs. Any recruitment-related information should always be verified through the official government website or the concerned department before making any payment.
Who Is Behind the Multi-Crore TTD Job Scam?
The alleged misuse of the name of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams—a religious institution trusted by millions—has shocked the public. By exploiting the hopes of unemployed youth and issuing forged appointment letters, the accused are believed to have collected crores of rupees.
Victims are demanding a swift and thorough investigation to identify the masterminds behind the scam and ensure strict legal action against all those responsible. As the probe progresses, more details are expected to emerge about the scale of the fraud and the network involved.
