State Laws

The legality of online betting in India is determined on a state level. That means each state can choose to regulate betting as they please, or follow the Public Gambling Act of 1867. Many states have chosen to self-govern though. Here is what the legality of online betting is like in the top 5 states for visitors to Bet India:

• Telangana – All forms of gambling are illegal here under the Telangana Gaming Act 2017.
• Karnataka – Playing games of chance is illegal both online and offline under the Karnataka Police Act of 1963.
• Maharashtra – Lottery and horse racing are completely legal here. Online betting is a grey area.
• Uttar Pradesh – Betting houses and other forms of physical gambling is illegal here. Online betting is perfectly fine!
• Andhra Pradesh – All forms of gambling are illegal here under the Andhra Pradesh Gaming (Amendment) Act, 2020.

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As long as you stick to a licensed and reputable online betting site, it’s completely safe to bet online. 

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