The utility model relates to an induction type sink which comprises a sink case and a faucet. The faucet is mounted on the sink case and communicated with a running water pipe. A water trough is arranged at the upper end of the sink case, a closed control cabinet is arranged at the lower end of the sink case, a time relay for controlling the faucet, a photoelectric switch, a power source and an electromagnetic valve are arranged in the control cabinet, and a sensor connected with the control cabinet is arranged in front of the sink case. The sensor of the faucet is arranged on the front of the sink case, the faucet can dispense water automatically when a user stands within a preset distance range distant from the front of the sink case, and the user does not need to approach the faucet, so that washing time can be prolonged greatly, convenience is brought for the user, and prolonging of the service lives of the faucet, the electromagnetic valve and the sensor, caused by the fact that the faucet is turned on and turned off frequently is avoided, and contact between the sensor and a water source is avoided.