CERT-IN(Computer emergency Response Team)

CERT-In is a government-mandated nodal agency for information technology (IT) security established in 2004 under the aegis of the Indian Department of Information Technology, Ministry of Electronics and IT. 

According to the provisions of the IT Amendment Act, 2008, CERT-In is responsible for overseeing administration of the Act.

Mandate of CERT-In: 
(i) Protect Indian cyberspace and software infrastructure against destructive and hacking activities.

(ii) Respond to computer security incidents, report on vulnerabilities and promote effective IT security practices throughout the country.

(iii) Issue guidelines, vulnerability notes, advisories, and whitepapers regarding to information security practices, prevention, procedures, response and reporting of cyber security incidents.