Jio Eat Scam Exposed : In the Name of Reliance Retail They Are Sending Fraud OTPs.

A new digital fraud has come to light with the emergence of a fake food delivery website called Jio Eat, which is scamming unsuspecting users by promising an order worth ₹500 for just ₹99. The website falsely claims to be affiliated with Reliance Retail and uses the Reliance Jio logo to appear legitimate.

How the Scam Works
The platform advertises lucrative deals, claiming to deliver food from popular quick service restaurants (QSRs) like Pizza Hut, Subway, and Burger King. It promises free delivery and operates in 15 cities, including Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. However, once users place an order, the website only gives the option to pay via debit/credit card.

When the user confirms the order, they receive an OTP for a much higher amount than what was initially shown. For example, when an order for ₹130 was placed, the OTP confirmed a charge of ₹16,119 under the name “CSC E GOVER”. Users, often distracted by the attractive offer, end up completing the transaction and getting scammed.

Promotion and User Complaints
Fraudsters have been promoting this scam through YouTube ads, attracting more unsuspecting customers. The platform has been live for about 10 days, and multiple complaints are circulating on X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, and Reddit about users being defrauded.

One user posted on X, “Scam operational in the name of Jioeat, showing offers via YouTube ads and sending OTP for ₹30,099 on a ₹99 order.”

Next Steps for Reliance Retail
Inc42 Media has reached out to Reliance Retail for a statement regarding the fake platform and what steps they are taking to address this growing issue. The story will be updated once a response is received from the company.

Conclusion: Stay Cautious of Fraudulent Websites
This scam highlights the increasing danger of digital fraud in the e-commerce space. Users must remain cautious, verify the legitimacy of websites, and avoid making payments without thoroughly checking the details of their transactions.