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IPC Section 171F - Punishment for undue influence or personation at an election
Last Updated: 01 Jul, 2026
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
Please refer to BNS 174 for updated procedures & punishments.
IPC 171F in Simple Words
Section 171F of the Indian Penal Code states that anyone who engages in undue influence or personation at an election may be punished with imprisonment up to one year or fined, or both.
Punishment for undue influence or personation at an election
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undue influence at an election | 1 Year or Fine or Both | Non-Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
| Personation at an election | 1 Year or Fine or Both | Cognizable | Bailable | Magistrate First Class |
Offence : Undue influence at an election
Punishment : 1 Year or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Non-Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
Offence : Personation at an election
Punishment : 1 Year or Fine or Both
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Magistrate First Class
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