Can Indians play on PokerStars?

Due to the local legislation, while in India you can legally play on our . IN platform. The only exception is the states of Gujarat, Telangana, Assam, Odisha (Orissa), Sikkim, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka where our real money games are prohibited due to the local gaming restrictions.

Is poker game is legal in India?

The High Courts of Karnataka and Calcutta have noted that police/law enforcement authorities cannot interfere in the game of poker. Based on this legal background, various legal experts and jurists have opined that online poker is completely legal in India.

Can I play PokerStars from another country?

You can legally play with us while traveling abroad without restrictions if that is allowed in the country of visit. Our services are not for use in jurisdictions where it is illegal to do so. However, depending on the country of visit, you may need to follow the local online gaming regulations.

How is PokerStars legal in India?

Poker is a Game of Skill and a Mind Sport, and it is legal in India. According to the Indian Public Gaming Act, games of mere skill are exempted from the act and are considered to be legal. Our platform partner PokerStars is the biggest and most regulated poker brand in the world, with licenses across the globe.

Is PokerStars India safe?

Designed to make you lose more money than you make. Depositing is instant, withdrawal takes time. SCAM SCAM SCAM!!! It’s an internal mafia running the sites and people only lose money on there.

Is online poker banned in India?

The new law explicitly bans and criminalizes all forms of online gaming where stakes are involved, including games of skill. Those found guilty could face imprisonment of up to three years and a fine of up to 1 LAC.

Can PokerStars detect VPN?

PokerStars does not necessarily detect a VPN connection. Instead, it tracks IP addresses and sees if it’s been used by multiple users simultaneously.

Can I play online poker using a VPN?

To use a VPN to play poker, all you must do is connect to a VPN server in the country where the poker website is based. This updates your IP address to be in that country, and the poker service thinks you live there and are allowed to use an account.

Is PokerStars India legit?

The only place I would recommend playing online poker with real money is on PokerStars India. The PokerStars software itself is one of the global brand’s strongest points. The Indian platform is no exception. Games run smoothly and quickly, even on budget desktops or laptops.

Is poker gambling illegal?

Gambling laws differ from state to state. California, where Alex Rodriguez allegedly played, prohibits eleven specific games under Penal Code 330, as well as any “banking” or “percentage” game. It follows that poker played in a private home is legal so long as the proprietor does not demand special compensation.

Which is the best poker site in India?

India online poker overview

Poker Site	7 Day avg	Online
Pocket52	375
Adda52	325	548
PokerBaazi	325	1761
Gamezy	300

Is online poker rigged in India?

It’s very unlikely any platform that has an RNG certificate will be rigged, as the certificate assures the draw from the 52 cards are completely at random (like in a real live game, where the deck is shuffled). This certificate also implies that the site can’t control the hand you get or the board that opens.