Legality of Real Rummy

It is legal to participate in real-money Rummy games in India. The Supreme Court of India has officially sanctioned and approved it as a non-punishable activity. In a court ruling in 1957, in a landmark court decision, India's highest court established that wagering or staking on a skill-based game that requires an individual's control is not classified as an illegal action under the 'Game of Chance' category.

One can participate in an online Rummy cash game at Real Rummy without fear of getting in trouble with the law! Rummy aficionados rely on skill rather than chance, making it a skilled-based game. Success in the game is determined by playing strategically, requiring a high level of skill. Players with a lot of experience will find rummy easier to play and win.

Real Rummy is considered a Game of Skill

Real Rummy is considered a skill-based game in India because it involves a combination of strategy, calculation, and probability. The Indian Supreme Court has officially classified Rummy as a 'game of skill' rather than a 'game of chance'. This decision has established a distinct difference between Rummy and Staking, which is considered illegal in India. Furthermore, games of skill are safeguarded under Article 19 [1] (g) of the Indian Constitution.

Despite this ruling, real-money game rules are controlled from state to state, and Rummy is still not allowed in Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Nagaland, Odisha, Sikkim, and Telangana. Due to this restriction, Users from these states are not able to play our Real Rummy cash games. But, such users can play our free practice games and grow their rummy skills.

If you still have any questions about Real Rummy's status, Feel free to contact us at support@realrummy.live.