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Indian rummy is one of the most popular card games in the country. Introduced centuries ago, this game has since been a part of Indian culture. It is played by 2 to 6 players using a standard deck of 52-card plus one printed joker. One deck is used for 2 players, and two decks plus 2 printed jokers are used for more than 2 players. Each player in Indian rummy is dealt 13 cards and the objective is to arrange the cards in valid groups, i.e. sequences and sets. On each turn, a player picks a card from either the open deck or the closed deck and discards a card to the open deck.

The online version of this game has removed the physical barrier and allowed players to enjoy their favorite game despite being in different locations.. It allows you to play both free and cash games. You can play with real players and compete with them in real time.

Playing online will give you the same feeling as playing the classic game of rummy with physical cards. You can easily complete the Indian rummy download and connect with your friends and family over a game of rummy online. Throughout the game, you are required to arrange your cards in valid groups called sequences and sets and then declare your hand.

If you are new to the game of Indian rummy, here is a helpful guide containing all the rules and concepts to help you understand the game well.

Indian Rummy Variants

On Rummy.com, you will find 3 variations of your favorite rummy game. Every variant is unique and offers unlimited fun and excitement. Here are the three versions of Indian rummy that you can play on the Rummy.com app.

• Points Rummy

Points rummy is the fastest and most popular variant of Indian rummy. It is a single-deal variant that can be played by two to six players. In a cash points rummy game, each point has a predetermined monetary value.



• Deals Rummy

Deals rummy is played for a fixed number of deals. Each player is allotted an equal number of chips at the beginning of the game, and the winner of a deal/round gets chips from losing players. The player who has the most chips at the end of the final deal is declared the winner.



• Pool Rummy

Pool rummy is played for multiple deals. Rummy.com provides pool rummy for both cash and free. A variant of Indian rummy online, pool rummy is played in two formats: 101 pool and 201 pool. A player whose score reaches the said points (101 or 201) is eliminated from the game. The game is played until only one player is left at the table. The player who is left alone at the table at the end of the game is the winner.

Indian Rummy Game Rules

After downloading the Rummy.com app, you can start playing Indian rummy online for free and also participate in rummy cash games and rummy tournaments. To play well and win real cash prizes, you must be aware of all the important Indian rummy rules. Here are the important concepts and rules of the game:

What is a sequence?	What is a set?	What is a joker?
A sequence is a group of 3 or more consecutive cards of the same suit arranged in sequence. A sequence can be a pure sequence or an impure sequence.	A set is a group of three or four cards of the same rank but different suits. A valid declaration in rummy often includes one or more sets, along with at least 2 sequences,  though creating sets is optional. There are two types of sets in rummy game.	A joker is a versatile card that can be used as a substitute for any other card in a set or sequence. Jokers play an important role in the game as they help players complete sequences and sets and increase their prospects of winning the game. There are two types of jokers in rummy: printed jokers and wild jokers.
Pure Sequence: A pure sequence is a sequence in which no card has been replaced by a joker. It consists of consecutive cards of the same suit, and it is essential to have at least one pure sequence to declare and win the game. Example: 5♥-6♥-7♥ (Three consecutive cards of Hearts without any joker)	Valid Sets: A valid set in rummy consists of three or four cards of the same rank from different suits. The suits of the cards do not matter, but the ranks must be same. Example: 7♥-7♣-7♠ (Three cards of the same rank, but different suits)	Printed Jokers: Each deck of cards used in online rummy has a printed joker. Printed Jokers can be used to replace any cards, irrespective of the suit or rank. Example: 5♥-5♣-5♠-PJ (printed joker has replaced 5♦)
Impure Sequence: An impure sequence is a sequence in which one or more cards have been replaced by a joker(s).  Example: Pure Sequence: 8♣-9♣-10♣ (Three consecutive cards of Clubs without any joker) Impure Sequence: 7♦-8♦-WJ (Wild joker has replaced 9♦.)	Invalid Sets: An invalid set in rummy is a combination of cards that does not meet the criteria of a valid set. It may include cards of different ranks or fewer than three or four cards. Let's look at some examples of invalid sets: Example 1: A♠ Q♥ 2♦ In this set, the cards have different ranks (A, Q, 2) and do not meet the requirements for a valid set. Example 2: 9♣ 9♠ 9♠ 9♦ This set consists of 4 cards of "9," but to form a valid set, there cannot be two same suits in a valid set.	Wild Joker: In addition to the printed jokers, Indian online rummy also has a randomly selected wild joker in each game. All the cards of the rank that gets selected as a wild joker in a game also become wild jokers in that game.  Example: In a game where 2♥ gets selected as a wild joker, 2♦, 2♣, and 2♠ also become wild jokers.

Indian Rummy Points System/Scoring System

In Indian rummy, points have a negative value. A player’s objective is to score zero points. To make a valid declaration, your points must be zero. The cards from 2 to 10 have a value equal to the numbers printed on them. For example, the 5 of each suit is worth 5 points. The A, K, Q, and J of each suit is worth 10 points. Printed jokers and wild card jokers are worth zero points each.

When you group cards in valid rummy sequences or rummy sets, their value becomes zero. For example, 8♥ and 9♥ together are worth 8+9 = 17 points, but when you put 10♥ with them, it becomes a sequence (8♥-9♥-10♥) and the sequence is worth zero points. Every valid sequence or set is worth zero points.

In Indian rummy online cash games, every point has a predetermined value in rupees, and the winnings are calculated based on the monetary value of points.

How to Play Indian Rummy Game Online

1. Rummy is played by 2 to 6 players.
2. Every player gets 13 cards at the beginning of the game.
3. Two decks of cards (open deck and closed deck) placed on the table are used by players to pick and discard cards in the game.
4. The objective of the game is to arrange all 13 cards in sequences – or in sequences and sets – and make a valid declaration first.
5. To make a valid declaration, a player must have two sequences, out of which at least one must be a pure sequence, and all other cards in the player’s hand must be arranged in sequences or sets.
6. One printed joker and 4 wild jokers per deck are used in the online Indian rummy game.

Indian Rummy Dictionary

Indian online rummy, like any other card game, has its own set of terms that players must know to understand the game well. Below is a glossary of some common terms used in rummy:

Set: A group of three or four cards of the same rank but different suits, such as 4♥-4♣-4♠ or 9♦-9♠-9♣-9♥.

Sequence: A group of three or more consecutive cards of the same suit, such as 6♠-7♠-8♠-9♠ or J♦-Q♦-K♦.

Pure sequence: A sequence formed without replacing any card with a joker, for example 4♦-5♦-6♦-7♦.

Impure sequence: A sequence in which at least one card has been replaced by a joker, for example 7♦-8♦-PJ (printed joker).

Joker: A versatile card that can be used as a substitute for any other card in a set or sequence.

Printed joker: One printed joker card comes in each deck. It has the picture of a clown or joker printed on it.

Wild joker: A randomly selected card from the deck acts as a wild joker for a game. All other cards of that rank also become wild jokers for that game.

Declaration: When players have arranged their cards in valid sets and sequences, they declare their cards and finish the game. It’s called a declaration.

Drop: When a player decides to quit a round or game and exits the game, either at the beginning or in the middle of the game, it’s called a drop. There are typically two types of drops, first drop and middle drop, each with its own penalty points.

Deal: The process of distributing cards to players at the beginning of each round is called dealing of cards. Each round in a deals rummy or pool rummy game is also called a deal.

Open deck: The pile of face-up cards from which players can draw cards and to which players discard cards.

Closed deck: The pile of face-down cards from which players can draw cards during their turns.

Draw: Picking a card from either the open or the closed deck.

Discard: When a player places a card from their hand onto the open deck during their turn, it’s called discarding a card.

Points: The numerical value of the cards in a player's hand. Points are calculated at the end of the game.

These are just a few of the common terms used in Indian online rummy. Understanding these terms can help new players navigate the game and communicate effectively with other players.

Steps to Download Indian Rummy App Rummy.com

Downloading an Indian rummy app is a quick and simple process. Rummy.com offers excellent opportunities to win big cash prizes and prizes like cars, motorbikes, iPhones, etc. Follow these simple steps to download the rummy app and start enjoying the game:

Indian Rummy Cash App Download on Android

Rummy cash app download for Android users

• Go to Google Play Store, type “Rummy.com” in the search bar, and search.
• Tap on the Rummy.com app and tap “Install.”
• Once the app is installed, tap “Open” to begin your rummy journey on Rummy.com.

Indian Rummy Tips and Tricks

Playing Indian rummy is fun and exciting. Here are a few tips that will help you become a better player.

• Play a lot of practice games before participating in cash games and tournaments.
• Play attentively and focus on every game.
• Practice your strategies in free games and learn new tricks by observing your opponents’ moves.
• Stay unpredictable during the game.
• Use tricks and bluff to keep your opponents guessing.

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