State-by-state fantasy cricket eligibility, late-2026 update
Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Odisha continue to restrict paid real-money contests. The current status, with state-by-state notes and the federal framing, sits in the piece below.
State-level rules on paid real-money gaming in India have continued to evolve through 2025 and into 2026. Six states currently restrict paid real-money play: Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Karnataka, Kerala and Odisha. In all other states and union territories, paid real-money play is generally permitted for adults aged 18 and above, subject to the operator's own KYC and licensing compliance.
What changed in 2025 and 2026
The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act 2025 (PROG Act) introduced a broader federal framing. It explicitly prohibits certain harmful formats and creates a verification regime for permissible formats. The Act coexists with state-level rules - states retain the power to impose tighter restrictions, and several have.
The MeitY Online Gaming Rules (2023) created a self-regulatory framework for "online real money games". Operators seeking to be listed under the framework must apply to a self-regulatory body designated by MeitY. The framework is voluntary at the federal level, but operators that are not on the framework face reputational headwinds.
State-by-state notes
Andhra Pradesh - Paid real-money play is restricted under state law. Free-to-play contests may still be permitted under local rules.
Tamil Nadu - The state has amended its gaming act multiple times since 2020. The current scope covers a broad set of paid online formats; verify the latest state notification before installing.
Telangana - Paid real-money skill and chance games are restricted. The list of exceptions is narrow.
Karnataka - Multiple amendments since 2021. The current scope addresses paid real-money contests in particular.
Kerala - Court rulings have shaped but not eliminated the restrictions. Verify the latest state notification.
Odisha - Penalties can apply to operators and players under the state's gaming act.
What this means for fantasy players
If you reside in any of the six states above, do not deposit. Free-to-play formats may still be permitted. For everyone else, install the app, complete KYC and set a deposit limit before your first top-up. The legal note is updated when state rules change.
What this means for operators
Trustworthy operators enforce state rules at sign-up - they check your KYC location and block deposits from restricted states. A careless operator lets you deposit and then blocks withdrawal, which is a strong red flag in any review.
What to watch next
Watch for further amendments to the Tamil Nadu and Karnataka acts in late 2026. The Supreme Court has not yet issued a binding ruling on the federal-state boundary; the rules remain in flux.
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