India Bitcoin Reserve Overview
30% crypto tax + 1% TDS; no sovereign reserve. SC ruled against RBI ban 2020.
This page tracks publicly disclosed Bitcoin holdings, mining policy, and cryptocurrency regulation for India. As of November 13, 2026, no verified sovereign Bitcoin reserve is publicly disclosed for India.
India Reserve Status
- Sovereign Bitcoin Reserve: None
- Legal status of Bitcoin: Legal
- Region: Asia
- ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code: IN
- Last verified: November 13, 2026
India Bitcoin Reserve FAQs
Does India hold Bitcoin reserves?
India does not hold a verified sovereign Bitcoin reserve as of November 13, 2026. Current reserve status: None.
How much Bitcoin does India own in 2026?
India has no verified sovereign Bitcoin holdings on record as of November 13, 2026. Any future acquisitions will be reflected here once confirmed.
Is Bitcoin legal in India?
Buying, holding and trading Bitcoin is legal in India, subject to licensing and anti-money-laundering rules. Classification from a legality map compiled from Library of Congress reporting, last updated June 2026. 30% crypto tax + 1% TDS; no sovereign reserve. SC ruled against RBI ban 2020.
Does India have a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve?
India's reserve status is classified as 'None'. A Strategic Bitcoin Reserve is a government-held Bitcoin stockpile; this page tracks whether India has established, proposed, or has no such reserve, with the verified timeline above.
How did India acquire its Bitcoin?
Because India holds no verified Bitcoin reserve, there is no acquisition history to report. This section will update if that changes.
Is cryptocurrency taxed in India?
Crypto taxation varies by jurisdiction and commonly covers capital gains, income, or VAT/GST treatment. For India, consult the policy summary above and a qualified local tax advisor, as rules change frequently.
Can you legally buy and hold Bitcoin in India?
In most jurisdictions individuals may buy and hold Bitcoin through registered exchanges, though some apply licensing or restrictions. Review India's regulatory stance above ('None') for the current position.
What is India's cryptocurrency regulation?
30% crypto tax + 1% TDS; no sovereign reserve.
Is Bitcoin mining allowed in India?
Bitcoin mining policy ranges from full support to outright bans depending on energy policy and regulation. The country summary and timeline above note any mining-specific rules applicable to India.
When was India's Bitcoin policy last updated?
This page reflects the latest verified data as of November 13, 2026, compiled from primary sources including the Federal Register, government press releases, parliamentary records, and on-chain analysis.
How is India's Bitcoin reserve data verified?
All figures are cross-checked against primary sources: government press releases, parliamentary and court records, on-chain forensic analysis, and reputable journalism (Reuters, Cointelegraph, CoinDesk). Estimates are clearly marked where attribution is contested.