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Online Gaming Act 2025 Reshapes India’s Real Money Rules May 1 OGAI Powers Start
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Published on 24 April 2026
Banks must validate gaming licenses before payments flow
India’s Online Gaming Act 2025 is set to overhaul the sector from May 1, with MeitY notifying the framework that creates the Online Gaming Authority of India. OGAI will classify games, enforce compliance, and can penalize or shut down platforms. Payments will face added scrutiny as banks and payment gateways must verify gaming registration certificates, while new user protections include age checks and responsible gaming safeguards.
- OGAI will classify online games and enforce compliance from May 1
- Platforms can face penalties, suspensions, or blocked operations for breaches
- Banks and payment gateways must verify gaming registration certificates
- New rules add age verification, parental controls, and fair play monitoring
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