A state-by-state eligibility guide. ComeliveIPL operates as a game of skill under Indian law, but state-specific regulations restrict paid contests in six states.
| State | Paid contests | Free / practice contests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Not available | Available | State law restricts paid fantasy entries |
| Assam | Not available | Available | State law restricts paid fantasy entries |
| Odisha | Not available | Available | State law restricts paid fantasy entries |
| Telangana | Not available | Available | State law restricts paid fantasy entries |
| Sikkim | Not available | Available | State law restricts paid fantasy entries |
| Nagaland | Not available | Available | State law restricts paid fantasy entries |
| All other states & UTs | Available | Available | 18+, KYC required for withdrawals |
The Supreme Court of India has repeatedly classified fantasy sports as games of skill, not chance. The dominant skill factors are domain knowledge, statistical analysis and squad selection.
Read the review →The Public Gambling Act, 1867 applies to ‘games of chance’. Fantasy cricket does not fall under the Act because the outcome depends primarily on user skill.
Read the review →Six Indian states have state-level legislation that restricts paid fantasy entries regardless of the federal skill classification. The table above reflects the current status.
State guide →Every offer and code has an eligibility block listing state, KYC and wagering requirements. Skim it before you deposit — a mismatch between offer and account status is the most common reason for a bonus not landing.
Why eligibility matters →Use only the contact channels listed on this site. We never ask for OTPs or passwords over phone, email or SMS — any such request is a phishing attempt and should be reported to customer care.
Report phishing →The app has built-in tools for deposit caps, time alerts and self-exclusion. The desk recommends setting a deposit cap before your first contest — not after a losing streak.
Open the limits screen →The Supreme Court of India has repeatedly classified fantasy sports as games of skill, not chance. The dominant skill factors in fantasy cricket are domain knowledge, statistical analysis, salary-cap management and squad selection. These factors outweigh the chance element of any individual player’s performance.
Key judgments →The Public Gambling Act, 1867 applies to ‘games of chance’. Fantasy cricket does not fall under the Act because the outcome depends primarily on user skill. Several High Court judgments have specifically upheld this classification for fantasy formats.
High Court rulings →Six Indian states have state-level legislation that restricts paid fantasy entries regardless of the federal skill classification. The states are Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Odisha, Telangana, Sikkim and Nagaland. Free practice contests remain available nationwide.
State guide →Winnings above ₹10,000 in a financial year attract TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) under Section 194BA of the Income Tax Act. The platform deducts TDS at 30% before crediting your wallet. The TDS reflects in your Form 26AS at the end of the quarter.
TDS details →PAN is mandatory for any withdrawal. Without PAN, the platform cannot deduct TDS and cannot credit winnings. If you deposit without PAN, you can still play practice contests, but real-money withdrawals are blocked until PAN is on file.
PAN walkthrough →An annual summary of your winnings and TDS is published in the wallet section of the app at the end of each financial year. Download it for your ITR filing. Customer care can re-issue the summary within 7 working days if you lose the original.
Download summary →Yes, in most states. The Supreme Court has classified fantasy sports as games of skill, which fall outside the Public Gambling Act. Six states have additional restrictions — see the table above.
Six states have state-level legislation that restricts paid fantasy entries. The restriction applies to all paid contests, not just ComeliveIPL.
No. State eligibility is determined by the mobile number and KYC documents on your account, not by your network location.
Yes. You must be 18 or older. KYC verifies age at sign-up.
Winnings above ₹10,000 in a financial year attract TDS under Section 194BA. The platform deducts TDS before crediting your wallet.