With the start of 2026, Indian BGMI esports is once again ready to welcome new talent through BGIS 2026 In Game Qualifiers. This stage is extremely important for teams dreaming of making it from underdog status to the professional BGMI esports scene. The in-game qualifiers give every registered team a fair chance to prove their skills and secure a spot in the next round. In this article, we cover everything you need to know about BGIS 2026 In Game Qualifiers, including dates, format, rules, points system, allowed maps, and important tips for teams.
BGIS 2026 In-Game Qualifiers Dates and Qualifiers Format
The BGIS 2026 In-Game Qualifiers will officially begin on January 8 and will continue until January 14, 2026. During this limited time window, all registered teams must complete their matches.
In terms of format, each team will be allowed to play a total of 15 Classic matches during the In-Game Qualifiers. However, only the best 10 matches of each team will be counted for the final evaluation. Based on these results, the top 1016 teams will qualify for BGIS 2026 Round 1. After the qualifiers conclude, qualified teams will receive an official confirmation from Krafton on their registered email IDs.
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BGIS 2026 IGQ Rules
All matches must be played using the same four registered main players. If a team uses any substitute player in a match, that match will be invalid, regardless of the team’s performance. Teams must ensure that all four registered players are present in the lobby before starting each match.
BGIS 2026 Points System and Tiebreaker Rules
Points in the BGIS 2026 In-Game Qualifiers are calculated based on placement and eliminations.
Placement Points:
- 1st position (Chicken Dinner): 10 points
- 2nd position: 6 points
- 3rd position: 5 points
- 4th position: 4 points
- 5th position: 3 points
- 6th position: 2 points
- 7th–8th position: 1 point
- 9th–16th position: 0 points
Each elimination gives 1 point.
Tiebreaker Rules:
If two or more teams finish with the same points, the following factors are considered:
- Total finishes
- Survival time
- Accuracy
- Overall performance
This makes it important to focus on both placements and kills.
Allowed Mode, Maps, and Perspective
For BGIS 2026 In Game Qualifiers, teams must strictly follow these settings:
- Mode: Classic Mode (Ranked only)
- Perspective: Third Person Perspective (TPP only)
- Maps Allowed: Erangel and Miramar
Matches played in Themed Mode, unranked modes, FPP, or on other maps will not be counted.
Overall, BGIS 2026 In Game Qualifiers provide a golden chance for aspiring BGMI teams to step into the competitive esports ecosystem. By understanding the format, rules, and gameplay requirements clearly, teams can improve their performance and aim for qualification. We wish all participating teams the very best for BGIS 2026.