The biggest opportunity for BGMI players in India is almost here. KRAFTON India has officially confirmed the BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA SERIES (BGIS) 2026, setting the stage for another massive open-to-all esports tournament. With registrations going live on december 12, 2025, the road to India’s biggest BGMI event is ready to begin.
Here’s everything you need to know about the BGIS 2026 in-game qualifiers and key dates.
BGIS 2026 In-Game Qualifiers Start Date:
BGIS is returning stronger for 2026 with a bigger format, a longer season and a prize pool of at least 2 crore. The tournament will run from January to March 2026, giving players across India plenty of time to prepare.
Registrations for BGIS 2026 begin on December 15, 2025 through the Krafton India Esports website and will stay open until January 4, 2025.
The in-game qualifiers will start on january 8, 2026 and continue until january 14 2026. Every registered team must complete their qualifier matches within this period to move forward in the competition.
BGIS 2026: What makes this year special
BGIS has become the foundation of India’s grassroots esports scene. With each edition new teams emerge from small towns, local squads rise to national fame, and unknown players turn into stars. BGIS 2026 continues this legacy by giving everyone a fair shot, whether they are veteran esports athletes or newcomers chasing their first big break.
With more than 240 million BGMI users in India, this event is set to draw an even larger crowd this year. Every team that registers enters with one hope: to make history on the national stage.
BGIS 2026 arrives at a time when competitive BGMI in India is more active than ever, creating the perfect platform for younger talents.
With a longer competition window, teams get more time to train scrim and prepare strategies for each stage.
BGIS 2025 Schedule: Dates
- Registrations Open: December 15, 2025
- Registrations Close: January 4, 2026
- Data Verification: January 5–7, 2026
- In-Game Qualifiers: January 8–14, 2026
BGIS 2026 will be one of the biggest esports moments of the year. Teams can sign up on the official KRAFTON India Esports website and begin their journey toward the national championship.
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