About India's Correctional System
India's correctional system is managed by the Bureau of Correctional Services (state-level). For inmate searches, use the official contacts listed below or contact the facility directly using the phone numbers on this page. Where available, the facility listings below include addresses, inmate capacity, and descriptive information.
For US citizens detained in India, contact US Embassy India at +91 11 2419 8000 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US.
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Key India Prison Contacts
| Agency / Contact | Location | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bureau of Correctional Services (state-level) | India | +91-11-2337-9000 | Visit Site |
| US Embassy India | India | +91 11 2419 8000 | Visit Site |
| US State Dept Emergency (from US) | Washington DC | 1-888-407-4747 | Visit Site |
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One of India's historic central prisons in Uttar Pradesh. Built during the British era. Houses long-term sentenced male prisoners from the Agra region. Part of the UP Prison Department.
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Karnataka's central prison. Located in Parappana Agrahara east of Bengaluru. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners including high-profile criminal cases.
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Tamil Nadu's main prison complex. Built in the 2000s to replace the old Central Prison. Located in Puzhal north of Chennai. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners.
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Main prison in Hyderabad capital of Telangana. Houses sentenced and remand male prisoners.
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West Bengal's oldest prison. Built in 1882. Houses sentenced and remand prisoners. Historically used to hold independence movement leaders including Mahatma Gandhi. Aurobindo Ghose was also imprisoned here.
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Mumbai's main remand prison. Houses pre-trial detainees. Designed for 800 holds over 3000. Historic facility built in 1926. Centre of Mumbai's criminal justice intake system.
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Asia's largest prison complex. Located in west Delhi. Houses over 20000 prisoners against a capacity of 10000. Comprises 9 separate jails. Houses high-profile criminals politicians and undertrials. Former inmates include Charles Sobhraj and Manu Sharma.
India Prison FAQ
Browse the facility listings on this page to find the specific institution, then contact them directly using the phone number listed. For US citizens detained in India, contact US Embassy India at +91 11 2419 8000 immediately.
Contact US Embassy India at +91 11 2419 8000 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US. Consular officers can visit detained Americans, provide lists of local attorneys, and notify family members.
Visitation rules vary significantly by facility and security level in India. You will typically need to be on an approved visitor list, present valid government-issued photo ID, and comply with the facility's dress code. Contact the specific facility directly using the phone number listed on this page to confirm current visitation hours and requirements.
Contact Bar Council of India for referrals to qualified criminal defense attorneys in India. The US Embassy can also provide a list of local attorneys. You can also find a criminal lawyer through our directory.
Each India facility has its own approved methods for receiving inmate funds. Contact the facility directly using the phone numbers listed on this page for current accepted payment methods, deposit limits, and procedures.