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India online gaming rules from May 1 bring authority age checks and tougher money game controls
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Published on 24 April 2026
Money games face tighter compliance under a new regulator
India’s Ministry of Electronics and IT will enforce new online gaming rules from May 1, including the creation of the Online Gaming Authority of India. The framework brings game approvals and classifications, mandatory registration for specific titles, and long-valid digital certificates. Money games get stricter oversight, while players will see stronger safety tools such as age checks, parental controls, and a clearer grievance process.
- Online Gaming Authority of India will oversee approvals and classifications
- Certain games need mandatory registration and digital certificates
- Money games face tougher rules and compliance checks
- Age verification, parental controls, and grievance mechanisms are expanded
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