Can a minor enter into a legally binding contract in India?

Generally, no — a contract entered into by a minor is void from the outset under Indian contract law, since minors are considered legally incapable of giving valid consent to a contract. This means such an agreement generally cannot be enforced against the minor, and in most circumstances, not against the other party either, since a void contract doesn't create binding obligations for anyone.

There are limited, specific exceptions — for instance, contracts for "necessaries" (essential goods or services genuinely needed by the minor) can create some limited liability against the minor's property (though not personally), and certain specific types of transactions involving minors are handled through separate legal mechanisms, like property matters going through a guardian.

If you're dealing with a situation involving a contract signed by a minor — whether you're trying to enforce it or defend against it — the specific facts matter considerably, so it would be worth consulting a lawyer to understand exactly where you stand given the particular type of transaction involved.