Is Online Betting Legal in India? State-by-State Overview

Disclaimer: general information, not legal advice. Check current state rules.

Overview

India has no single national ban on online betting. The 1867 Public Gambling Act predates the internet; regulation is largely state-level.

  • Permissive: Sikkim, Nagaland (licensing frameworks), Goa (regulated casinos)
  • Restrictive: Telangana, Assam, Odisha (broader prohibitions)
  • Grey area: most other states — no specific online law

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