KRAFTON India has officially confirmed the venue for the BGIS 2026 Grand Finals LAN event. As the Battlegrounds Mobile India Series moves closer to its final stage, fans finally know where the biggest matches will take place.
The tournament is currently entering the Quarterfinal stage starting February 26, 2026. With competition heating up, attention is now shifting toward the live LAN Finals scheduled for March.
Here is everything you need to know about the location, format updates, and what fans can expect.
BGIS 2026 Finals LAN Location And Dates
The BGIS 2026 LAN Grand Finals will be held at the Chennai Trade Centre. The live event is scheduled from March 27 to March 29, 2026.
This venue is known for hosting large exhibitions, tech events, and gaming competitions. Its infrastructure supports large audiences and advanced production setups.
The Finals will feature the best teams in India competing in a live arena environment.
Quarterfinal Stage Begins First
Before reaching the LAN Finals, teams must pass through the Quarterfinals. This stage begins on February 26, 2026.
Performance here will determine which teams move closer to the championship stage.
Consistency, teamwork, and strategic gameplay will be crucial.
New Group Draw Format Explained
A special Group Draw livestream is scheduled for February 25 at 7 PM. This event will determine how teams are placed in upcoming stages.
Unlike previous formats, this year introduces a rank based draw system.
Instead of drawing team names directly:
- Ranks earned in earlier rounds will be drawn randomly
- Those ranks will be assigned to Groups A, B, and C
- Teams will then enter groups based on their ranking
This approach increases fairness and competition.
Official Ticketing Partner Announced
KRAFTON India has partnered with Swiggy Scenes as the official ticketing platform.
This partnership aims to make ticket booking easier for fans. Viewers can access event tickets through a simplified digital process.
Such partnerships improve fan accessibility for live esports events.
Why Chennai Was Chosen
Chennai has emerged as a strong gaming and technology hub in India.
The city offers:
- Reliable infrastructure for large events
- Strong esports community support
- Easy travel access for fans
- Growing entertainment industry presence
Hosting the Finals there helps expand offline esports culture.
Anti Cheat Measures Strengthened
KRAFTON India has confirmed stronger anti cheat systems for BGIS 2026.
Fair competition remains a priority. Improved monitoring tools aim to ensure clean gameplay.
This step builds trust among players and viewers.
Importance Of LAN Finals
LAN events bring teams together in a physical location. This removes network differences and increases competitive fairness.
They also provide a better viewing experience for fans.
Crowd energy often boosts player performance.
LAN Finals represent the highest level of competitive BGMI.
Where To Watch The Tournament
- Fans who cannot attend physically can watch matches online.
- The official broadcast will stream on the KRAFTON India Esports YouTube channel.
- The Group Draw livestream on February 25 will also be available there.
- Live commentary and analysis usually accompany broadcasts.
