Avoid writing anything on banknotes. Keep the watermark always clear.
Never take help from stranger at ATM or Branch cash counters.
Cheque Book Safety Measures
Tips To Keep Your Cheque book safe:
Record all details of cheques issued.
Keep Cheque book at a secure place. Do not leave your Cheque book unattended.
Whenever you receive your Cheque book, please count the number of cheque leaves in it. If there is a discrepancy, bring it to the notice of the Bank immediately.
Tips to fill a cheque leaf correctly:
Do not sign blank cheques. Always fill in the date, the name of the receiver and the amount before signing the cheque.
Always write complete and clear details like payee name, amount in words and figure, date, etc. Extra space should be crossed.
Always use your own pen and don’t leave gaps when writing cheques.
Cheque should preferably be crossed (account payee) and ‘Bearer’ should be cut.
Never sign in multiple places unless authenticating a change.
When you cancel a cheque, mutilate the MICR band and write "CANCEL" across the face of the cheque.
Always draw a line through any unused space.
Avoid using cheques with changes on them. Issue a new cheque if possible.
Do not write/sign/mark/pin/staple/paste/fold on the MICR band.