Can I deposit in INR (₹)?

Yes — UPI, Paytm & bank transfer are commonly supported for players in India.

Is online betting legal in India? The law in 2026

Betting in India: what the law actually says

Online betting is prohibited in India. Here is the legal position as it stands in 2026, the penalties involved, and where betting is regulated instead.

⚠️ Online betting is illegal in India

Under the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act 2025. Real-money online gaming is prohibited nationwide. The accompanying rules took effect on 1 May 2026, and banks, UPI and card networks are legally barred from processing money-gaming transactions. Offshore platforms that are not registered with the Online Gaming Regulatory Authority of India are explicitly illegal to operate — and to use.

Penalties: Fines of up to ₹1 crore, or up to 3 years' imprisonment.

For that reason this page carries no sign-up link, no bonus offer and no deposit instructions. We are not going to send you toward something that can put you in front of a judge.

Source: iGaming Business — India publishes new online gaming regulations · checked 22 August 2026. Laws change — verify locally. This is information, not legal advice.

Where betting is regulated

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⚡ Quick facts — India

Currency	INR (₹)
Most-followed sport	Cricket — the IPL
Common local payments	UPI, Paytm & bank transfer
Minimum age	18+ · where online betting is legal

Betting on cricket in India

Cricket dominates in India, and 1win covers it in depth — from the IPL to international series and T20 leagues. Popular markets include match winner, top batsman, total runs and man of the match. During the IPL, live betting and cash-out get especially busy. Treat your bankroll as entertainment money and set a limit before the toss.

FAQ — India

Is there an app?

Betting applications are not lawful to use in India. Several have been blocked by the authorities.

Is 1win legal in India?

No. Online betting is prohibited in India under the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act 2025. Fines of up to ₹1 crore, or up to 3 years' imprisonment.

What is the minimum deposit?

Not applicable — we do not publish deposit instructions for India, because betting online there is against the law.

🔞 18+ · Play responsibly. Online betting laws vary — check the regulations in India before playing, and only deposit what you can afford to lose.