How to Buy Ethereum in
India
A guide to purchasing ETH in India under FIU-IND rules, using INR.
The Best Way: Bitget
Bitget is our pick for India because it supports UPI (where supported) and offers competitive fees for ETH trades under FIU-IND rules.
Is it legal to buy Ethereum in India?
Buying and holding crypto is legal, but the tax regime is deliberately punishing. Exchanges must register with the Financial Intelligence Unit; several offshore platforms were blocked from India in 2023 for operating without FIU registration.
How to fund your account in INR
How ETH gains are taxed in India
A flat 30% tax applies to gains with no deduction for losses, plus a 1% TDS withheld on transactions above a set threshold — in force since 2022 and among the strictest tax treatments of crypto anywhere.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Register. Go to the Bitget official site and create an account.
Step 2: Verify ID. PAN card and Aadhaar-linked verification is required by FIU-registered exchanges.
Step 3: Deposit INR. Go to the “Wallet” section and select “Deposit”. Choose UPI (where supported) for the lowest fees.
Step 4: Trade. Search for the pair ETH/INR (or ETH/USDT) and click “Buy”.
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Regulatory information last verified August 2026 — rules change, confirm current status for anything time-sensitive. Not financial or tax advice.
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