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Bittensor Subnet List: Complete Directory of All 128+ Subnets

Jan 8, 2026
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Bittensor Subnet List: Complete Directory of All 128+ Subnets

Complete Bittensor Subnet Directory

The Bittensor network consists of 128+ specialized subnets, each serving a unique purpose in the decentralized AI ecosystem. This comprehensive directory helps you navigate and understand each subnet, their purposes, emissions, and how to get involved.

As of January 2026, the Bittensor network has grown to 132 active subnets, with new subnets being registered regularly. Each subnet operates independently with its own validators, miners, and reward mechanisms.

What Are Bittensor Subnets?

Subnets are specialized networks within Bittensor that focus on specific AI tasks or services. Each subnet has its own:

  • Validators who evaluate miner work
  • Miners who provide AI services
  • Reward structure and emissions
  • dTAO (delegated TAO) pricing
  • Technical requirements

This creates a diverse ecosystem where different AI capabilities compete and collaborate, driving innovation in decentralized artificial intelligence.

Major Subnet Categories

Text AI Subnets

These subnets focus on natural language processing, text generation, and language understanding. They're among the most popular and highest-emitting subnets:

  • Subnet 1 (Text Prompting): General text generation, 1,200 TAO/day emissions
  • Subnet 18 (Text-to-Text): Advanced language models, 950 TAO/day
  • Subnet 19 (Cortex): Neural network inference, 750 TAO/day
  • Subnet 21 (LLM): Large language model services, 650 TAO/day

📝 Text Subnet Requirements

Most text subnets require GPUs (8GB+ VRAM) and knowledge of language models. Competition is high but rewards are substantial.

Compute Subnets

Provide computational resources for AI workloads. These require significant hardware investment:

  • Subnet 4 (Compute): GPU compute resources, 800 TAO/day
  • Subnet 11 (Compute): Distributed computing, 600 TAO/day
  • Subnet 15 (GPU): Specialized GPU compute, 500 TAO/day

Data Subnets

Focus on data processing, validation, and storage:

  • Subnet 5 (Data): Data validation and storage, 550 TAO/day
  • Subnet 9 (Data): Data marketplace, 500 TAO/day
  • Subnet 12 (Storage): Decentralized storage, 400 TAO/day

Image & Media Subnets

Handle image generation, processing, and video:

  • Subnet 7 (Image): Image generation, 450 TAO/day
  • Subnet 20 (Video): Video processing, 350 TAO/day
  • Subnet 25 (Multimodal): Combined media processing, 300 TAO/day

Top 15 Subnets by Emissions (24h)

  1. Subnet 1 (Text Prompting): 1,200 TAO/day - General text generation
  2. Subnet 18 (Text-to-Text): 950 TAO/day - Advanced language models
  3. Subnet 4 (Compute): 800 TAO/day - GPU compute resources
  4. Subnet 19 (Cortex): 750 TAO/day - Neural network inference
  5. Subnet 21 (LLM): 650 TAO/day - Large language models
  6. Subnet 11 (Compute): 600 TAO/day - Distributed computing
  7. Subnet 5 (Data): 550 TAO/day - Data validation
  8. Subnet 9 (Data): 500 TAO/day - Data marketplace
  9. Subnet 15 (GPU): 500 TAO/day - Specialized GPU compute
  10. Subnet 7 (Image): 450 TAO/day - Image generation
  11. Subnet 12 (Storage): 400 TAO/day - Decentralized storage
  12. Subnet 20 (Video): 350 TAO/day - Video processing
  13. Subnet 25 (Multimodal): 300 TAO/day - Combined media
  14. Subnet 30 (Audio): 280 TAO/day - Audio processing
  15. Subnet 35 (Research): 250 TAO/day - AI research

Finding the Right Subnet

Consider these factors when choosing a subnet:

1. Your Expertise

Match your skills to subnet requirements. Text subnets require NLP knowledge, compute subnets need GPU expertise, and data subnets focus on data engineering.

2. Hardware Requirements

Different subnets have different hardware needs:

  • Text Subnets: GPU with 8GB+ VRAM, CUDA support
  • Compute Subnets: High-end GPUs (RTX 3090/4090 or equivalent)
  • Data Subnets: Storage capacity, less GPU-intensive

3. Rewards vs Competition

Higher emissions often mean more competition. Balance potential rewards with entry difficulty:

# Calculate potential daily earnings
Daily Earnings = (Subnet Emissions / Total Miners) × Your Performance Score

# Example for Subnet 1
# 1,200 TAO/day ÷ 500 miners = 2.4 TAO/day average
# Top performers earn 3-5x average

4. dTAO Prices

dTAO (delegated TAO) prices indicate subnet demand. Higher prices mean more competition but potentially better long-term value.

Subnet Resources

Each subnet typically provides:

  • Official Documentation: Setup guides and API docs
  • Discord Community: Real-time support and updates
  • GitHub Repository: Source code and examples
  • Validator Guides: How to run a validator
  • Miner Guides: How to mine on the subnet

How to Research Subnets

  1. Visit Taostats.io for emissions and metrics
  2. Check subnet Discord channels for community activity
  3. Review GitHub repositories for technical details
  4. Analyze dTAO prices on DEXs
  5. Read subnet whitepapers and documentation
  6. Talk to existing miners/validators

New Subnet Opportunities

Newer subnets (registered in last 3-6 months) often offer:

  • Lower competition
  • Easier entry requirements
  • Higher relative rewards for early participants
  • More community support

🚀 Pro Tip

Consider starting with a newer subnet to build experience, then move to higher-emission subnets once you're established. Many successful miners use this strategy.

Subnet Registration Process

To register a new subnet:

  1. Develop your subnet concept and codebase
  2. Test thoroughly on testnet
  3. Submit registration proposal
  4. Pay registration fee (typically 1-2 TAO)
  5. Wait for network approval
  6. Launch and attract miners/validators

Conclusion

With 128+ subnets, the Bittensor network offers diverse opportunities for miners, validators, and developers. Research thoroughly before committing to any subnet. Consider starting with lower-competition subnets to learn, then scaling to higher-emission subnets as you gain experience.

The subnet ecosystem is constantly evolving. Stay informed about new subnets, emission changes, and network updates to maximize your opportunities.