The final day of the BGMI International Cup (BMIC) 2025 was not only about intense matches between India, South Korea, and Japan. It also became the stage for a major announcement for Indian esports. During the closing ceremony, KRAFTON India’s CEO, Sean Hyunil Sohn, revealed the first-ever KRAFTON India Awards 2025, along with the official BGMI Esports Roadmap for 2026. This marks a new step in recognizing Indian gaming talent at a national level.
KRAFTON India Awards 2025 -Date and Venue
The KRAFTON India Awards 2025 will be hosted in Mumbai on 9 January 2026.
This will be the first dedicated award ceremony organized by KRAFTON India to honor:
- Professional esports athletes
- Rising players from grassroots levels
- Coaches and support staff
- Content creators and gaming influencers
- Organizations contributing to esports growth
The aim is to celebrate the journey, hard work, and dedication of the Indian gaming community.
Why This Matters
This award show represents a major shift.
Indian esports is now being recognized as a professional career path, not just a hobby.
By celebrating players publicly, KRAFTON is signaling longer-term commitment and expansion in India.
BGMI Esports Roadmap 2026
Along with the awards announcement, KRAFTON also shared the full competitive calendar for BGMI in 2026.
The structure will be similar to 2025, keeping four major tournaments through the year.
| Tournament | Details | Timeline |
| BGIS 2026 (Battlegrounds Mobile India Series) | Open-for-all event for new and rising teams | Registrations start end of December 2025. Matches run Jan–Mar 2026 (tentative) |
| BMPS 2026 (Battlegrounds Mobile India Pro Series) | Professional league featuring top Indian teams | May–June 2026 |
| BMPS 2026 Champion qualifies directly for the Esports World Cup (EWC) in Riyadh, July 2026 | ||
| BMSD 2026 (BGMI Showdown) | High-stakes LAN event featuring India’s strongest squads | Aug–Oct 2026 (tentative) |
| BMIC 2026 (BGMI International Cup) | India vs Korea vs Japan global LAN championship | October 2026 (tentative) |
The final showdown of the year remains an international LAN event, keeping India, South Korea, and Japan as the core competitive regions.
What This Means for Players
- More year-round tournaments
- Better progression from underdog teams to pro teams
- International exposure opportunities
- Recognition through an annual national award event
This builds a clear path from grassroots → national leagues → global championships.
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