7 Ways To Keep Yourself Safe From Job Scams
Looking for job? Must be desperate to get one? But do you know your need for ANY job makes you the target of job dupers? These fraudsters and tricksters tribe are growing with a fast pace. No matter what steps we take, these scammers return with more tactics and tools.
Being a job seeker is difficult, but no matter how much you want the job, one must investigate the job before getting involved. Here are few signs that must be made sure before applying for a post:
- Check The E-Mail Domain
If you are communicating with the recruiters via e-mail, the best way to find the genuineness is to look at their e-mail domain. If they want to recruit you, they will obviously use the official company e-mail domain. If they are using excuses like “we hire now” or “I don’t have the access to the email”, please don’t get tricked. Avoid getting involved with people who communicate via portals like @yahoo.com, @icloud.com, @gmail.com or @hotmail.com unless they provide you the proof about their corporate domain.
If you are applying for a government job, all candidates need to know that genuine Government websites in India have certain patterns of the naming convention for its websites. All you need is to be fully aware.
.gov.in / .nic.in, the suffix of almost all Government websites in India. For example, the website of Union Public Service Commission is http;//upsc.gov.in, the scammers can create a matching domain name like http://upscgov.in, if you do not see it clearly, you will be misled. .ac.in, domain name used by academic institutes and universities in India, few use .edu.in and org.in. .res.in, domain name for research and scientific organisations. .com and .co.in, domain suffix used by Public Sector companies and undertakings. Government of India maintains list of all its organisations and websites at http://goidirectory.nic.in , one must visit this site to make sure about all the organizations.
- A Company Never Charges You For Giving A Job
If the recruiters are asking you to pay against of giving you a job, it’s a fraud call. No genuine and legitimate companies will charge you for giving you a job. If the money is being asked in from of interview fees, an employment bond or in any form, beware. Apart from your local transportation, no monetary exchange is included in the interviewing process.
- Always Remember ‘Hiring Takes Time’
The hiring process usually takes time and required different interviews. A good company will always want paperwork in order for the work agreement. On the same, one should remember that no one has to work without getting paid. If you are working without getting paid, this is a no-brainer. Everyone is aware about how the payment cycle works. If you are not paid within the time bracket, it’s a trouble sign. And if you are being offered something for nothing, be honest in your efforts and stay away from shortcut methods to get selected.
- No Personal Details Are Required
Details such as bank accounts or any personal details are never discussed during the interview process. Apart from CV, no further personal information should be mentioned.
- Always Ask For More Information
A genuine recruiter won’t hide anything. If you find anything suspicious, ask questions, if the recruiter is pushing back, it means he is trying to hide something. If they are genuine, they will surely show you the credentials and validate the authenticity of your role and their firm.
- If Applying Online, Always Stick To Major Career Portals
In India, mostly every MNC have their portals within the career websites. Since social media is often used as a scam base, one need to be very aware. Always do a simple search about major portals and use them.
- Listen To Your Sixth Sense, It May Be Correct
Sometimes your intuitions will tell you if something is wrong, be careful. If the terms and conditions are not making you comfortable and you’re finding it suspicious, do not go ahead with them.
- Never Forget To Report
If you have detected a scam, report it to the authorities or to the company they claim to be representing. Frauds are a serious concern for any firm and their reputation.
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