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Check .IN domain availability, register a new .IN domain, search multiple names in bulk, or transfer your existing .IN domains to NiceNIC. Choose an India-facing web address with account-level pricing and support for registration, renewal and domain management.

.IN
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Renew:  $29.99 Market $44.99 $29.99 first year
Renew:  $26.99 Basic $26.99 10% off
Renew:  $25.99 Super $25.99 13% off
Renew:  $24.99 VIP $24.99 17% off

Need lower .IN pricing? Upgrade account level for bulk registration and reseller pricing.

Before you register: Use an accepted registrant-owned email address and complete the required verification. View .IN registration requirements →
.IN registration requirements

Prepare your email and registrant details before ordering

.IN is available to individuals and organizations worldwide. An Indian local contact or Trustee Service is not required for direct .IN registrations. Use your own accurate contact details and complete the required identity verification.

Registrant email

Use an email address you own and monitor

Your registrant email must belong to you and remain accessible for verification, domain notices and renewal reminders.

Recommended email options

Gmail, Outlook/Hotmail, Yahoo, or a business email address from a provider outside the restricted list.

Proton Mail and Tuta are not accepted. Other restricted providers also apply in NiceNIC's .IN registration flow.

View restricted email domains
sharklasers.comgrr.laguerrillamail.bizguerrillamail.comguerrillamail.deguerrillamail.netguerrillamail.orgguerrillamailblock.comspam4.meproton.meprotonmail.comprotonmail.chpm.metuta.comtutanota.comtutanota.detutamail.comtuta.iokeemail.memailfence.commf.mehushmail.comhush.comtherapyemail.comcounselingmail.comtherapysecure.comcounselingsecure.comstartmail.comuse.startmail.commailinator.com
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Registrant information & verification

Register in the actual domain owner's name

  • Accurate contact detailsProvide the registrant's full name, postal address, email and telephone number. Update these details when they change.
  • Complete KYC verificationFollow the order instructions and provide the requested identity information or documents. Contact support if a verification request is unclear.
  • No privacy or proxy registrationThe .IN registry does not permit privacy or proxy registration services. Use the actual registrant's information.
  • Respect third-party rightsChoose a name and intended use that comply with registry policies and do not infringe another party's rights.
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Step 1

Choose your .IN domain

Search for one name or check multiple names in bulk. Review availability and your account-level price.

Step 2

Submit registrant details

Use an accepted email address, enter accurate owner information and select the registration term.

Step 3

Complete verification and setup

Respond to verification requests, configure your DNS and keep your contact details current.

Registration & lifecycle

Know the essentials of owning a .IN domain

Plan your registration term, transfer and renewal before you order.

Registration term

Registry terms range from 1 to 10 years. Choose a term supported by the NiceNIC order form. First-year and renewal prices are displayed separately.

Domain name format

Standard ASCII names contain 3 to 63 characters: letters, numbers and hyphens. A name cannot begin or end with a hyphen; reserved names are not available for standard registration.

Transfer requirements

Transfers are restricted for the first 60 days after initial registration. Obtain the authorization code and confirm domain eligibility with your current registrar.

Transfer to NiceNIC →

Renewal & contact updates

Renew before expiry. Keep the registrant email active and update contact details promptly so verification and renewal notices reach the domain owner.

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.IN Market Intelligence · Q1 2026

.IN Domain Registration Statistics

.IN is a strong country signal for India. It is useful when the project has a real India connection, accurate registrant information, and a clear website or business purpose.

📊.IN registrations4M

Reported total, rounded, at the end of Q1 2026.

👑Share of all TLDs1.02%

.IN registrations within the Q1 2026 global market.

🌐Total TLD market392.5M

Total domain registrations across all TLDs in Q1 2026.

Q1 2026 TLD Market Distribution

Compare .IN registrations with the major global domain categories as you choose an address for your website.

.IN4M
Other ccTLD registrations142.3M
New gTLDs49.6M
Established gTLDs196.6M
Source: DNIB Q1 2026. Snapshot: 31 March 2026. Figures are rounded; other ccTLD registrations exclude .IN.

Why .IN works for India-facing business and brand use

.IN is a strong country signal for India. It is useful when the project has a real India connection, accurate registrant information, and a clear website or business purpose.

Recognized India market signal

A .IN domain can help customers understand that the site is connected with India, Indian users, local services, or India-focused business activity.

Useful for startups and digital services

Short .IN names can support SaaS, ecommerce, education, media, agency, and professional service projects targeting Indian audiences.

Keep your domain ownership details current

Use the actual registrant’s contact information, complete identity verification and renew on time to support ongoing domain management.

.IN and Similar-Sized Country-Code Domains — Q1 2026

Compare reported registrations for .IN with selected country-code domains at the end of the same quarter.

.IN
4.0M
.FR
4.4M
.AU
4.3M
.EU
3.7M
Source: DNIB Q1 2026. Snapshot: 31 March 2026. Reported registration totals are rounded.

Reported .IN Aftermarket Sales

Publicly reported .IN sales show examples of prices paid for individual names. A past sale does not determine the value of another domain.

tez.in
$62,744
hop.in
$50,000
all.in
$50,000
domains.in
$40,000
lasvegas.in
$30,000
Source: DNJournal public sales reports (2013, 2020, 2022, 2024). Prices in USD.
Built for India-facing websites

A .IN address for your business, brand or client

A local business, a brand team, an agency, and a reseller platform do not manage domains the same way. Choose the tools that match your website and domain management needs.

For India-focused businesses

Use .IN when the website serves Indian customers, partners, locations, products, or services.

  • Prepare accurate registrant data
  • Use an accepted registrant email
  • Plan DNS and renewal ownership

For startups and digital products

Use .IN for SaaS, ecommerce, education, media, and service brands that want a local India signal.

  • Keep the name easy to explain
  • Avoid sensitive or misleading terms
  • Compare matching brand protection names

For agencies and client projects

Use .IN when clients need India-market coverage and can complete registrant verification.

  • Collect registration details early
  • Use bulk search for campaigns
  • Document transfer requirements

For resellers and platforms

Offer .IN with clear registration requirements so customers understand email restrictions, verification and contact-data obligations.

  • Review current registry rules
  • Support KYC/document requests
  • Use API where supported
Domain transfer

Move .IN domains to a registrar built for safe domain management.

If you already own .IN domains elsewhere, transfer decisions should not be based only on one renewal invoice. Check transfer eligibility, ownership access, billing reliability, support response time, API needs, and long-term domain management.

1 Unlock the domainConfirm the domain is not transfer-locked at the current registrar.
2 Get the Auth Code / EPP codeRequest the authorization code from the current registrar before starting the transfer.
3 Submit the transfer through NiceNICStart the transfer, complete payment, and monitor transfer approval status.
Bulk domain registration

Search and register multiple .IN domains.

Paste multiple .IN names, remove duplicates, review the count, and continue to bulk registration. This is useful for domain investors, brand teams, agencies, hosting providers, and resellers.

Enter domains or brand keywords

Enter one name per line, with or without .IN. The tool removes duplicates and prepares a clean list for bulk registration.

Reseller API

Add domain registration to your own platform.

If your business sells hosting, websites, SaaS, agency services, or brand protection packages, NiceNIC reseller APIs can support domain registration, renewal, transfer, DNS, and account management.

✓Automated registration: create domain orders from your own platform.
✓Renewal operations: reduce manual follow-up and missed renewal risk.
✓Custom name servers: support branded hosting and DNS operations.
✓Wholesale structure: build margin with a registrar relationship designed for recurring operations.
View NiceNIC API v2 
# NiceNIC API v2 endpoint
# Applies to supported domain extensions, including .com, .net, .org, ccTLDs, and new gTLDs
https://api.nicenic.net/v2/

# Required headers
Authorization: username:api_secret
Content-Type: application/json

# Check domain availability across multiple extensions
curl "https://api.nicenic.net/v2/?category=domain&action=check&domains=example.com,example.net,mybrand.org" \
  -H "Authorization: username:api_secret" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json"

# Get registration / renewal / transfer pricing for any supported extension
curl "https://api.nicenic.net/v2/?category=domain&action=get_price&domain=example.com&type=register&year=1" \
  -H "Authorization: username:api_secret" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json"

# Change the domain value to query another TLD:
# example.com, example.net, example.org, example.ai, example.co

# Standard response format
{
  "code": 0,
  "msg": "success",
  "data": {}
}

Questions before you register or transfer a .IN?

Answers about registrant email restrictions, identity verification, privacy, registration terms, transfers and renewals.

Can individuals and businesses outside India register a .IN domain?

Yes. Direct .IN registrations are available to individuals and organizations worldwide. The registry publishes no Indian residency or local-contact requirement for this namespace. Provide accurate registrant details and complete any requested identity verification.

Which email address should I use for .IN registration?

Use an active email address that belongs to the registrant and can receive verification and renewal messages. NiceNIC recommends Gmail, Outlook/Hotmail, Yahoo, or a business email. Proton Mail, Tuta and the other providers listed in the registration requirements are not accepted in the NiceNIC .IN registration flow.

Does .IN registration require identity verification?

The .IN registry requires Know Your Customer (KYC) verification. Follow the instructions provided for your order and supply the requested information or documents. Requirements can depend on the applicant and the verification process; contact NiceNIC support if you need help.

Is WHOIS privacy or proxy registration available for .IN?

No. The .IN registry terms prohibit proxy and privacy registration services. Register the domain using the actual registrant's details and keep the contact information accurate and up to date.

How long can I register a .IN domain for?

The registry allows registration terms of 1 to 10 years. Select a term supported by the NiceNIC order form. The account-level prices shown above are for the first year; renewal pricing is shown separately.

Can I transfer an existing .IN domain to NiceNIC?

Yes, subject to transfer eligibility and domain status. Transfers are not permitted during the first 60 days after initial registration. Obtain the authorization code from your current registrar and submit the transfer through NiceNIC. A completed registrar transfer normally adds one year to the registration term.

Can I search and register multiple .IN domains?

Yes. Use bulk search to check multiple names, then review availability and pricing before registration. Each registration must use accurate registrant information and an accepted email address, and meet the applicable verification requirements.

What should I do before my .IN domain expires?

Renew before the expiry date and keep your registrant email current so you receive notices. Review the renewal price and term in your NiceNIC account. Do not rely on an expired domain remaining available for renewal.

Can agencies and resellers register .IN domains for clients?

Yes. Record the actual client as the registrant, use an email address that belongs to that registrant, and collect the information needed for verification. Reseller and API workflows must follow the same .IN registration requirements.

Related NiceNIC resources

Continue with .IN domain services

Use these internal NiceNIC resources for domain registration, transfer, bulk search, reseller API, account setup, and support resources. These links help buyers, agencies, hosting providers, and resellers move from research to action.

Check .IN domain availability Register .IN domain Bulk .IN domain search Transfer .IN domain NiceNIC reseller program NiceNIC domain reseller API Domain registration guide Create NiceNIC account

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