Rahul Jethalal
Mohini Yadav
FairPlay KYC requires a masked Aadhaar, PAN and bank details: your account number, IFSC and account holder name. After you upload the documents, the FairPlay review team reviews them within 24 hours; approved KYC is needed before betting and withdrawals are available. You must be 18 or older, and 30% TDS applies to net winnings under Section 194BA.
Availability on fairsplays.co.in: KYC uploads are switched off at fairsplays.co.in at the moment, so there is nowhere on this site to submit documents yet. Don't send your Aadhaar, PAN or bank details to anyone who contacts you by WhatsApp, phone or email claiming to be FairPlay. This guide explains what the KYC check asks for, so you are prepared if it is switched on.
What to upload for FairPlay KYC
After creating a profile, upload the following information through the KYC flow:
| Item | What to provide | Why it is needed in the KYC flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar | A masked Aadhaar | Identity document with the first eight digits hidden |
| PAN | Your PAN document or details as requested in the upload flow | KYC and tax-related verification |
| Bank account number | The account number for the bank account you provide | Bank-detail verification for withdrawals |
| IFSC | The IFSC for that bank account | Identifies the relevant bank branch |
| Account holder name | The name of the bank account holder | Helps match the account to the submitted bank details |
Submit only the details requested in the FairPlay KYC flow. Before sending, check that the name and numbers are readable and match the information you entered in your profile. Do not email these documents to an unofficial address or share them in a public channel.
FairPlay says documents are viewed only by its review team. That is why you should use the account's KYC upload process and keep copies of what you submit for your own records.
Why FairPlay asks for a masked Aadhaar
A masked Aadhaar is an e-Aadhaar in which the first eight digits of the Aadhaar number are replaced with xxxx-xxxx; only the last four digits remain visible. This is the definition shown by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) on its Aadhaar Online Services page. UIDAI's My Aadhaar page also lists “Download Masked Aadhaar” as a service and says that only the last four digits are visible.
The masked format lets a KYC reviewer see the identity document while limiting exposure of the full Aadhaar number. For FairPlay's KYC upload, use the masked version rather than uploading an unmasked Aadhaar. Check the document before uploading: the masked number should show only its last four digits, and the document should be clear enough to review.
How to download a masked Aadhaar from UIDAI
Use UIDAI's official site or its MyAadhaar portal. The UIDAI service page confirms that e-Aadhaar can be downloaded through the MyAadhaar portal and that a registered mobile number receives the OTP. It lists three ways to start the download: Aadhaar number, enrolment number or VID.
| Step | What to do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open UIDAI's official MyAadhaar portal, rather than a third-party download site. |
| 2 | Select the Aadhaar download service. UIDAI lists “Download Masked Aadhaar” under its Aadhaar security services. |
| 3 | Enter one of the identifiers supported by UIDAI: your Aadhaar number, enrolment number or VID. |
| 4 | Request and enter the OTP sent to the mobile number registered with Aadhaar. |
| 5 | Download the masked e-Aadhaar, check that only the last four digits are visible, and upload that file in FairPlay's KYC flow. |
What happens after you upload
Once the requested documents and bank details are submitted, FairPlay's review team checks the KYC information. FairPlay's team reviews KYC submissions within 24 hours. This is a review target, not a promise that every submission will be approved: a document may need attention if it is unclear, incomplete or does not match the information supplied.
Keep your upload confirmation and the submitted details available until the review is complete. If you need help with a KYC submission, use FairPlay's contact page. For the platform's KYC and anti-money-laundering information, see AML and KYC. General account questions are also covered in the FAQ.
What approved KYC unlocks
Approved KYC is required for both bets and withdrawals on FairPlay. Completing the upload alone does not mean the review has been approved. Wait for the review outcome before assuming that either function is available on your account.
KYC is also an age and identity checkpoint. FairPlay users must be 18 or older. Do not create or use an account if you do not meet that requirement, and do not submit somebody else's documents or bank details.
TDS on net winnings
The Income Tax Department's official “Winnings from Online Games” page says that tax is deducted at source under Section 194BA at 30% on net winnings. It states that deduction is made at the time of withdrawal, or at the end of the financial year if no withdrawal is made. This article does not calculate an individual's tax position; keep your records and seek independent tax advice if you need help with your filing.
The tax rule is separate from the KYC review. A masked Aadhaar helps limit the Aadhaar number exposed in the identity document, while PAN and bank details support the account and withdrawal checks. Approval of KYC does not remove the applicable TDS requirement.
Before you submit
Use this short check:
- You are 18 or older.
- Your Aadhaar file is masked, with only the last four digits visible.
- Your PAN is ready.
- Your bank account number, IFSC and account holder name are correct.
- Your documents are readable and consistent with the details you provided.
- You understand that the FairPlay review team reviews the documents and that review is expected within 24 hours.
Sources: UIDAI — Aadhaar Online Services; UIDAI — My Aadhaar; Income Tax Department — Winnings from Online Games
This article was written by the FairPlay Editorial Desk with AI assistance, using the sources listed above. It was reviewed by Rahul Jethalal and Mohini Yadav of the FairPlay editorial team before publication. To report an error, see our Editorial Policy.
