Primary Regulator: RBI/SEBI
Policy Events Tracked: 6
Last Updated: April 05, 2026
Q: What is the current crypto regulatory status in India?
A: India is actively developing its cryptocurrency regulatory framework under RBI/SEBI. We track 6 policy events for this jurisdiction.
Q: Do I need a license to operate a crypto exchange in India?
A: Yes, most crypto-related activities in India require licensing from RBI/SEBI. See our policy tracker for specific requirements.
Q: What are the latest regulatory developments?
A: See the timeline below for the most recent policy events affecting India.
India Reserve Bank continues to block progress on comprehensive crypto policy as a discussion paper faces internal resistance. Despite the 30% crypto tax and 1% TDS implementation, clear regulatory framework remains elusive. The RBI maintains its skeptical stance while compliance infrastructure around crypto keeps expanding. April 1, 2026 marks another round of regulatory tightening with no clarity on future framework.
India's ongoing regulatory ambiguity leaves crypto investors exposed following the CoinDCX crisis. The lack of clear legal framework means exchanges operate without explicit licensing requirements, creating significant consumer protection gaps. The episode highlights urgent need for comprehensive crypto legislation in India's Parliament.
India's Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrests a key trafficking figure connected to crypto scam operations spanning Southeast Asia, including compounds in Myanmar. The enforcement action signals increased regional cooperation against crypto-facilitated fraud across APAC borders.
Analysis reveals over 70% of Indian crypto trading volume has shifted to offshore exchanges despite tighter tax compliance rules. The country ranks first globally in crypto adoption per Chainalysis 2025 report with 69% YoY growth in APAC region. The policy divergence between adoption and enforcement creates regulatory arbitrage opportunities.
India CBDT formally notifies expansion of income tax rules to cover crypto assets, CBDCs, and electronic money products in financial account reporting framework. The updated rules require crypto asset service providers and financial institutions to report transactions and balances to tax authorities. This positions India alongside OECD CARF adopters in creating comprehensive crypto tax reporting infrastructure.
India's government notifies new rules requiring banks, financial institutions, and crypto service providers to report customer cryptocurrency holdings and transactions to the Income Tax Department. The reporting requirements align crypto with existing financial asset disclosure frameworks for bank deposits and mutual funds. The rules apply to cryptocurrency, digital wallets, and certain electronic money products.