Online Gaming Rules 2026 Notified
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Executive Summary
The Government of India has notified the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Rules, 2026, establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework governing online gaming activities in India.
The rules introduce a centralised regulatory authority, prescribe mandatory determination and registration mechanisms, impose user protection and compliance obligations, and create a structured enforcement and penalty regime.
The framework draws a clear distinction between online money games, online social games, and e-sports, while embedding oversight on financial flows, platform conduct, and user safeguards.
The rules will come into force from May 1, 2026.
The rules have been issued under the Online Gaming (Promotion and Regulation) Act, 2025, marking a significant shift from fragmented state-level regul...
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