AI disclosure law

India: AI-content disclosure requirements

India requires AI-content disclosure under IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2026, in force from 20 February 2026.

Status: Binding law Effective: 20 February 2026 Citation: IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2026

What it requires

Mandatory prominent labelling of synthetically generated information at upload, unalterable embedded metadata/identifiers, a visible on-screen label and audible warning for audio, plus fast takedown windows.

Who must comply

Intermediaries and platforms.

What content is covered

Synthetically generated information (SGI).

Status and notes

In force since 20 February 2026 (notified by MeitY on 10 February 2026).

How to comply with AIDisclose

Publish an ai-disclosure.json manifest declaring the AI systems your site uses, add the on-site snippet to render the required notices and labels in 28 languages, and keep timestamped, exportable evidence that they were shown. Start with a free check of your site.

Check your site   Install guide

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Checked 5 July 2026.

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