KRAFTON India Esports has revealed new details about the highly anticipated PUBG India Challenge 2026 in its latest Instagram post. As players were left in the dark about key facets of the tournament, this post aims to answer some of the FAQs and make the event more transparent for players looking to compete.
The post provides clarity on key topics such as registration deadlines, match timings, format, the game’s platform, and entry fees to improve players’ understanding ahead of the commencement of the tournament.
PUBG India Challenge 2026 Registration Deadline Extended
The highlight of the announcement focused on the organizers pushing the registration date all the way back to November 7, 2026, at 11:59 PM IST from the previously announced November 4 deadline. They further clarified that there is no “entry fee” for the tournament, and teams are allowed to register freely as long as they meet the minimum requirements.
PIC 2026 Match Timings Revealed
The exact fixtures have not been revealed by KRAFTON, but the organizers confirmed that all the matches will take place after 6 PM IST. The schedule is designed to work around work, school, and other commitments that players might have, thereby giving them the flexibility to participate.
Starting on November 11, the competition will run until November 29 and feature four stages. Starting with the Open Qualifiers, teams will advance to the League Stage, after which the Last Chance Stage will give lower-ranked teams another opportunity to qualify, before concluding with the Grand Finals.
Who can play?
KRAFTON has confirmed that the tournament will only accept participants above 18, with each squad consisting of four players and potentially one substitute. Players can be of any rank, but BATTLEGROUND Plus will be required to participate in the event. Set to be played in the TPP Squad mode, the extended registrations will allow more teams to take part, making it one of the biggest PUBG PC tournaments in recent times.
KRAFTON’s PUBG India Challenge 2026 will be one of the biggest tournaments, boasting a massive 25 lakh prize pool. With the scene struggling to gain recognition in the space, players will flock to this rare opportunity to make the most of it. As the event draws closer, the extended registration timeline will help add more teams to the list, making the action more intense. With 6 days to go until the event, PUBG PC players in India will have the time of their lives as they gear up for the event.
