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Andar Bahar: Rules, Bets and Payouts
Quick Summary
- Andar Bahar starts with one joker card; you bet on which side, Andar or Bahar, receives its matching card first.
- Cards are dealt alternately to each side until a card of the joker's rank appears.
- Payouts differ by side and by how many cards were dealt, so read the rules panel.
- Check the live lobby for Andar Bahar tables listed at BEE999.
Andar Bahar is a traditional card game from India that has become a staple of live casino lobbies in South Asia. The idea is so simple that you can explain it in a sentence: one card is revealed, and you bet on which of two sides will get a matching card first. This guide from the official BEE999 partner site explains the dealing sequence, the typical payouts, the maths in general terms, and why a fast game needs a firm budget.
How a round works
The dealer turns over one card, called the joker or the middle card. That card's rank, such as a seven or a queen, is the target. You then bet on Andar (inside) or Bahar (outside). Cards are dealt one at a time, alternating between Andar and Bahar, and the first card that matches the joker's rank decides the winner.
For example, if the joker is a seven and the dealer deals a king to Andar, a three to Bahar, and then a seven to Andar, Andar wins. In many versions the first card is dealt to Bahar, which gives Andar a slight timing disadvantage, and that is why the payouts are set unequally.
Typical bets and payouts
Payout rules are where tables differ most. A common arrangement is that Andar pays slightly less than even money, and Bahar pays even money, with the difference reflecting who is dealt first. Other tables pay different amounts depending on whether the winning card arrives on the first, second or later deal.
Beyond the main bet, many tables offer side bets: on how many cards will be dealt, on the joker's suit or color, or on whether a certain range of cards will appear. Every one of these is a separate wager with its own payout, shown in the info or rules panel for the table.
The maths in general terms
Since both sides draw from the same shuffled deck and the matching card can land anywhere, Andar and Bahar are close to even. The small advantage that comes from dealing order is offset by the reduced payout. The casino's long-run edge on the main bets is therefore modest, while side bets that depend on specific card counts usually carry a higher one.
Streak boards showing recent Andar and Bahar results are common, and it is tempting to read them. Each round is independent, so a run of Bahar does not make Andar due next. Treat patterns as part of the show, not as a method.
Pace and stake planning
Rounds in Andar Bahar are among the quickest in the lobby, and the betting window closes within seconds. That speed makes it easy to place many bets in a short time. A useful habit is to decide ahead how many rounds you will play and your stake per round, so that your total spend is known before you start.
Our gambling budget guide shows how to turn a monthly amount into a per-session figure. If you also like other South Asian card games, Teen Patti is a close relative with a very different rhythm.
Where to find it
We have not confirmed which Andar Bahar tables BEE999 lists, and live lobbies change. Open the live casino lobby after signing in and look under card games. Every table has an info or rules icon showing the payouts, limits and any side bets, and that is the source to trust over any general guide, including this one.
Step by step
How to try Andar Bahar in 3 steps
- 1Find the table
Open the live casino lobby and look for Andar Bahar among card games.
- 2Check the payouts
Open the rules panel and note the payout for each side and for any side bets.
- 3Plan the rounds
Set a stake and a number of rounds before you place your first bet, and stop when you reach it.
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Listed in the BEE999 lobby when we looked on 5 November 2026. Studios can be added or removed at any time.
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Questions Players Ask
What do Andar and Bahar mean?
Andar means inside and Bahar means outside. They are the two sides in the game. You bet on which side will receive a card that matches the rank of the opening joker card first.
Is there any skill in Andar Bahar?
The result depends on the shuffle, so there is no skill in the hands. Your only decisions are which side and how much to bet, and the payouts are set so that the casino keeps a small edge.
Why does one side pay less than the other?
The side dealt first has a slight advantage of timing, so it commonly pays a little less than even money. The rules panel at each table shows the exact payouts.
Is Andar Bahar offered at BEE999?
We have not confirmed that. Open the live casino lobby after signing in, check the card games, and read the table information for payouts and limits.