If you have been waiting for a chance to play BGMI Air before everyone else, the BGMI Air closed beta is your shot. Krafton has opened registration through an audition, and getting in comes down to one short video. Tell them, in 15 to 60 seconds, why you should be among the first to play. Then fill in the official form before 11:59 PM on November 9, 2026.
There are a few catches, though. You need to be 18 or older. You will have to travel to Mumbai, Delhi or Kolkata on your own money. And if you get picked, you cannot tell a single friend about it until late November.
We opened the form and went through every section of it so you know exactly what you are signing up for before you hit record. Here is all of it, in plain words.
What is the BGMI Air closed beta test?
BGMI Air is the lighter version of Battlegrounds Mobile India. It was called BGMI Lite until October 15, when Krafton India renamed it after more than 10 million people pre-registered. It is built for phones that struggle with the full game, which is exactly why so many players are excited about it.
The closed beta is not something you download at home. It is an in-person playtest. Krafton will pick players and invite them to a session in Mumbai, Delhi or Kolkata, where they get to play the game before it launches.
So if you see a “BGMI Air beta APK” floating around WhatsApp groups or YouTube descriptions, please skip it. The audition form is the only way in.
| What you need to know | Details |
|---|---|
| Registration opened | October 27, 2026 |
| Last date | November 9, 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Who can apply | Players aged 18 or older, with a valid ID |
| Cities | Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata, each on its own day |
| What you send | A 15 to 60 second vertical video and the official form |
| Travel and stay | You pay for it yourself |
| Secrecy | Selected players must stay quiet until 11:59 PM IST on November 24, 2026 |
Can you apply? Check this first
Before you spend an evening getting your video right, make sure you tick these boxes:
- You are 18 or older today. Krafton says it will check your ID if you are shortlisted, so there is no way around this.
- You have a valid ID. Aadhaar, PAN, driving licence, passport or a college ID all work. The name you type in the form must match it exactly.
- You already play BGMI. The form asks for your BGMI Account ID and in-game name.
- You can reach Mumbai, Delhi or Kolkata. Train, bus, flight or bike, the cost is on you, along with any stay.
That last point is worth pausing on. For a player in Guwahati or Indore, a trip to Kolkata or Delhi is real money. Think about it honestly before you apply, because the form does not let you change your city later.
The good news is you do not need to be a creator. The form does ask whether you make Reels, stream or play in an esports team, but “None of these” is a perfectly valid answer. Regular players are welcome.
How to register for the BGMI Air closed beta, step by step
The form itself does not take long once your video is ready. Keep your ID and BGMI open nearby, because the form is strict about details. Its own words are blunt: wrong details mean your entry is rejected.
Step 1: Record your video
This is the part that matters most, so give it some time. Krafton asks one question: “Why should you get the first chance to experience BGMI Air?”
Hold your phone vertically, look at the camera and talk the way you would to a friend. You can speak in Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, English or any language you are comfortable in. Keep it between 15 and 60 seconds.
Krafton is clear about what it does not want:
- No copyrighted music.
- No other game brands in the frame.
- No leaks or hacks.
- No AI-generated face or voice, no deepfakes and no copied clips.
When it is done, upload it as an Instagram Reel, a YouTube Short (unlisted is fine) or a Google Drive file shared as “Anyone with the link”. Copy that link. You will need it at the end.
Step 2: Open the form and read the terms
Open the official BGMI Air Closed Beta Testing Audition form. The first page lays out what happens if you are selected and links to Krafton’s terms and conditions.
You will have to accept the terms and agree to a long confidentiality promise before you can move on. Please actually read it. It covers what you can and cannot say, and we explain it in plain words further down.
Step 3: Fill in your personal details
The “About You” page asks for:
- Your full name exactly as it is on your ID. No gamer tags here.
- Your date of birth, and a yes to “Are you 18 or older today?”
- Your gender, which is optional.
- Your mobile number and whether it is on WhatsApp. Krafton will call this number if you are shortlisted and may send your invite on WhatsApp too.
- Your email, typed twice. The form warns that one typo means you miss your invite, so slow down here.
Step 4: Add your BGMI profile and phone
Now open BGMI and tap your profile picture at the top left. The number under your name, shown as Character ID, is your Account ID. Type that into the form, not your game name or Instagram handle.
Next, type your in-game name exactly as it appears, with the same capital letters and symbols. Then pick the brand of the phone you play on most days and how much RAM it has. If you are not sure about the RAM, look under Settings, then About Phone, or simply choose “Not Sure”.
Step 5: Pick your city
Tell the form where you live right now: Mumbai region, Delhi NCR, Kolkata region or somewhere else in India. Add your 6-digit pincode, then choose the city you will travel to.
Pick the one you can reach most easily. Each city has its own test day, and you cannot switch later. The form also asks how you would travel there.
Step 6: Paste your video link and submit
On the last page, paste your video link. Double-check that it opens for someone who is not logged in to your account.
The form then asks if you also posted the video on Instagram, tagging @BGMIAir with #BGMIAir. It is optional, but the form says plainly that it gives you extra points. If you do it, keep your account public and the post live until results are out.
Tick the four boxes confirming the video is your own work, and press Submit. That is it.
A few honest tips for your video
Krafton has not shared how it picks winners, and we will not pretend to know. But the form tells you a lot about what it values, and a few things are easy to get right.
Be yourself. The form asks for your face and your voice, and it rejects edited, AI-made or copied entries straight away. A nervous, real 40 seconds will beat a slick clip that feels borrowed.
Give a real reason. Maybe your phone could never run BGMI smoothly and Air is the first version that might. Maybe your whole squad plays on budget phones. Whatever your story is, say it simply.
Post it on Instagram with the tag and hashtag. It is the only thing the form openly says earns extra points.
And check every detail twice. Losing a spot because of a typo in your email would hurt.
What happens if you are selected?
If you make the shortlist, Krafton will call you and check your ID. You will get a time slot, which you must confirm. On the day, your phone goes into a locker during the session, and you will sign a venue NDA when you arrive. Krafton may also share photos and videos from the event on its channels.
Then comes the hard part: keeping quiet. If you are selected, you cannot tell anyone. That means no stories, no hints, no “guess where I am going” posts, and no screenshots of your invite. It covers the date, city, venue, who else was there and anything you see or play.
The secrecy lasts until 11:59 PM IST on November 24, 2026. The event details themselves stay secret until Krafton or its partner agency announces them, and for at least a month either way. For safety, you are allowed to tell one parent, guardian or spouse which city you are travelling to and when, as long as they keep it to themselves.
Krafton takes this seriously. Breaking the promise can cost you your seat and goodies, get you barred from future events and even lead to legal action. Any feedback you give can also be used by Krafton freely, without payment.
Please watch out for fake beta links
Big launches attract scammers, and BGMI Air is a big one. The audition form itself says Krafton “will never ask you for money, OTP or bank details.” If anyone asks you for a fee, an OTP or your bank details to get you into the beta, walk away.
There is also no official BGMI Air beta APK. If you simply want the game the moment it launches, the safe route is the BGMI Air pre-registration page on Google Play. Our earlier guide on how to pre-register for BGMI Air walks through it.
When does BGMI Air launch?
Krafton India has not announced a date yet. It has said the game will launch in India later in 2026, with an open beta for wider feedback before that. The closed beta secrecy window ends on November 24, so that is a good date to watch for news.
If you want the backstory on the name change and what carries over from the main game, read our report on BGMI Lite becoming BGMI Air. And if competitive BGMI is more your thing, here is our BMIC 2026 prize pool breakdown.
How we put this guide together: every step, rule and date here comes from Krafton’s official audition form and the BGMI Air announcement post on Instagram. We went through each section of the form ourselves and took the screenshots you see above. We have not seen how entries are judged, and we will update this guide if Krafton shares more.
FAQ
What is the last date to register for the BGMI Air closed beta?
The audition form closes at 11:59 PM on November 9, 2026. It opened on October 27, so if you are reading this before the deadline, you still have time. Make sure your video link and every detail in the form are correct before you submit.
Is the BGMI Air closed beta free?
Applying is free, and Krafton says it will never ask for money, OTP or bank details. The only cost comes if you are selected, because you have to pay for your own travel and stay to reach Mumbai, Delhi or Kolkata.
Can I apply if I am under 18?
No. You must be 18 or older on the day you apply, and Krafton checks your ID if you are shortlisted. If you are younger, pre-registering on Google Play is the best way to get the game as soon as it launches.
Where will the BGMI Air closed beta happen?
In Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata, with each city getting its own day. You choose one city in the form and cannot change it later. The exact date and venue are shared only with selected players and must be kept secret.
Is there a BGMI Air beta APK I can download?
No. The closed beta is an in-person playtest for selected players, not a download. Any website or video offering a BGMI Air beta APK is not official, and installing it could put your phone and account at risk.
