Free Fire Max in India is moving into a new and exciting stage with the launch of the Free Fire Max India Cup 2026 Spring. After the first season ended in September 2025, this edition brings a clear and fair path for both pro teams and new squads to fight for a prize pool of more than ₹1 crore.
This season is even more special because the top three teams from the final standings will earn direct entry to the Esports World Cup 2026. This gives Indian teams a chance to play on the global stage.
Free Fire Max India Cup 2026 Offline City Qualifiers Details
The City Qualifiers will be held as offline events at college and indoor venues. These matches are made to test teams in a real competition setup, not just online play.
Four cities have been chosen for these events, and each city will welcome 144 teams. Only one team from each location will move forward to the main tournament, which makes every match very important.
Here are the host cities and venues:
- Lucknow – February 7, 2026
- Location: Club Gusto, Gomti Nagar
- Kolkata – February 7, 2026
- Location: Suhani Banquets, Maheshtala
- Hyderabad – February 8, 2026
- Location: Mihira Banquets, Ramanthapur
- Ahmedabad – February 8, 2026
- Location: Swarnim Business Hub 1, Godrej Garden City
Teams from nearby towns and other states will need to travel to these cities if they want to take part in the offline matches.
How Team Slots Are Divided
A total of 48 teams will compete in the main event of FFMIC 2026 Spring. The slots are shared between top teams and new challengers to keep the competition balanced.
Direct Invites
Six teams have already secured their place based on their strong performance in the last season. These teams are Total Gaming Esports, S8UL, GDR, RNTX, Olympians, and Team Hind.
City Qualifier Winners
Four teams will join the main event by winning the offline city matches. Each city sends only one champion forward.
In-Game Qualifiers
The remaining 38 slots are open to everyone through the in-game qualifiers. This gives new and unknown teams a real chance to rise and face the best in the country.
Important Dates to Remember
The open journey begins with the in-game qualifiers starting on February 15. After this stage is complete, the group matches will begin on February 26 and move the tournament into its next big phase.
Also Read: FFMIC 2026 Spring Schedule: Rs 1 Crore Prize Pool And LAN Returns
