Rummy Rules

Learn how to play Indian Rummy with our complete rules guide.

The Objective

Arrange all 13 cards in your hand into valid sequences and sets.

Basic Rules

Each player is dealt 13 cards. A random card is selected as the wild joker. Players take turns drawing and discarding.

Valid Declaration

You must have at least two sequences, one of which must be a pure sequence (without joker).

Card Values

Number cards (2-10) = face value. Face cards (J,Q,K) and Ace = 10 points. Jokers = 0 points.

Game Formats

Points Rummy: Fast single-deal format.

Pool Rummy (101/201): Last player standing wins.

Deals Rummy: Best of 2/3/6 deals.