IPC Section 307 = BNS Section 109

Attempt to Murder

हत्या का प्रयास

Offences Against the Body No Change in Punishment Cognizable Non-Bailable Updated: 2026-02-28

Overview

Section 307 of the IPC dealt with attempt to murder — doing any act with the intention or knowledge that it is likely to cause death. Under the BNS 2023, this is now Section 109. The punishment framework with multiple tiers remains unchanged.
Hindi IPC की धारा 307 हत्या के प्रयास से संबंधित थी — ऐसा कोई कार्य करना जिससे मृत्यु होने की संभावना हो। BNS 2023 के तहत, यह अब धारा 109 है।

Side-by-Side Comparison

Aspect IPC (Old) BNS (New)
Section Number Section 307 Section 109
Title Attempt to Murder Attempt to Murder
Punishment Imprisonment up to 10 years and fine; if hurt caused — life imprisonment; if life convict — death Imprisonment up to 10 years and fine; if hurt caused — life imprisonment; if life convict — death
Cognizable Yes — Police can arrest without warrant
Bailable No — Bail at the discretion of the court
Compoundable No — Cannot be compounded/settled
Triable By Court of Session

Key Changes

  • Section number changed from IPC 307 to BNS 109
  • Three-tier punishment structure retained
  • No substantial changes in definition or scope

Ingredients of the Offence

To establish this offence, the prosecution must prove:

  1. 1 The accused did an act with the intention of causing death
  2. 2 Or the accused did an act with knowledge that it was likely to cause death
  3. 3 The act was such that if it had caused death, it would amount to murder
  4. 4 The act fell short of actually causing death

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 307?

IPC Section 307 (Attempt to Murder) is now BNS Section 109 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.

What is the maximum punishment for attempt to murder?

Up to 10 years imprisonment and fine. If hurt is caused, it can extend to life imprisonment. If the offender is a life convict, the punishment can be death.

Is attempt to murder bailable?

No. BNS Section 109 (formerly IPC 307) is a non-bailable, cognizable, and non-compoundable offence triable by the Court of Session.

Legal Disclaimer

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