AI Agent Compliance: India IT Rules (AI Amendments 2026)
India IT Rules (AI Amendments 2026) is a currently effective regulation focused on content_labeling_intermediary in IN. It establishes a risk-based framework for AI systems with penalties up to Loss of safe harbor protection for non-compliance.
Overview
| Status | effective |
| Effective Date | 2026-02-20 |
| Region | IN |
| Country | IN |
| Focus Area | content_labeling_intermediary |
| Max Penalty | Loss of safe harbor protection |
| Per Violation | Civil and criminal liability |
| Source | Official text |
Risk Model
sector_specific
Risk Classes
- intermediary_ai
- general
High-Risk Criteria
- {'ai_content': ['synthetic_generated_content', 'deepfakes'], 'triggers': ['intermediary_hosting_ai_content', 'digital_media']}
Requirements
- AI-generated content labeling (explicit + implicit)
- Expedited removal of unlawful AI content
- Due diligence for AI content intermediaries
- Compliance with DPDP Act 2023
Agent Risk Distribution
Top Agents by Compliance Score
| Agent | Compliance | Risk Class | Trust Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| openagents | 100.0 | minimal | 90.0 |
| manaflow-ai/cmux | 100.0 | minimal | 87.0 |
| auth0/auth0-mcp-server | 100.0 | minimal | 85.3 |
| donaldfilimon/abi | 100.0 | minimal | 81.4 |
| mcp-sequentialthinking-tools | 100.0 | minimal | 81.2 |
| atelier | 100.0 | minimal | 80.0 |
| attune-ai | 100.0 | minimal | 79.2 |
| gizmax/Sandcastle | 100.0 | minimal | 77.7 |
| hivemoot/hivemoot | 100.0 | minimal | 77.6 |
| coo-quack/calc-mcp | 100.0 | minimal | 76.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the compliance requirements under India IT Rules (AI Amendments 2026)?
India IT Rules (AI Amendments 2026) requires AI systems to meet specific regulatory standards focused on content_labeling_intermediary. Nerq automatically checks AI agents against these requirements.
How does India IT Rules (AI Amendments 2026) classify AI risk?
India IT Rules (AI Amendments 2026) uses a risk-based classification: sector_specific. Nerq maps each agent to the applicable risk class.
What are the penalties under India IT Rules (AI Amendments 2026)?
Non-compliance with India IT Rules (AI Amendments 2026) can result in penalties up to Loss of safe harbor protection. Use Nerq to identify compliance gaps before enforcement.