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IPC Section 393 - Attempt to commit robbery


Last Updated: 01 Nov, 2025
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty


As per new Indian Criminal law, IPC Section 393 has been replaced with BNS Section 309 with effect from July 1, 2024.

Please refer to BNS 309 for updated procedures & punishments.

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  1. IPC 393 in Simple Words
  2. IPC Section 393 related FAQs
Whoever attempts to commit robbery shall be punished with rigorous imprisonment for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.



IPC 393 in Simple Words

If someone tries to commit robbery, they may be punished with rigorous imprisonment for up to seven years and may also face a fine.


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Attempt to commit robbery

Offence : Attempt to commit robbery


Punishment : Rigorous Imprisonment for 7 Years + Fine


Cognizance : Cognizable


Bail : Non-Bailable


Triable : Magistrate First Class



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Frequently Asked Questions


What is the punishment for IPC 392?

Description. Robbery is punishable by a maximum of ten years imprisonment and a fine. If the crime occurs on a highway between sunset to sunrise, it can be increased to fourteen years.


What is the IPC 394 in English?

In the event that a person intentionally causes harm in the course of committing robbery or trying to commit it, they, along with any other persons involved in the robbery or attempt, will be punished by imprisonment for life or by rigorous imprisonment lasting up to ten year.


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What is the punishment for attempt to commit robbery?

As per Section 392 IPC, robbery is punishable by imprisonment of up to 10 years. This can be increased to 14 years in the case that it was committed on a road. As defined in Section 393 of the IPC, attempted robbery is punishable by a maximum seven-year sentence of strict imprisonment. 18 Jul 2023