Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) celebrates its anniversary every year on July 2. This is the date KRAFTON officially launched BGMI on Android in India back in 2021. In 2026, the game will mark its 5th Anniversary, making it one of the longest-running mobile battle royale titles in India.
BGMI Anniversary Date: Quick Answer
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| BGMI Anniversary Date | July 2 (every year) |
| Android Launch Date | July 2, 2021 |
| iOS Launch Date | August 18, 2021 |
| Next Anniversary | July 2, 2026 (5th Anniversary) |
| Developer | KRAFTON India |
BGMI Launch History
KRAFTON India announced Battlegrounds Mobile India on July 2, 2021, as an exclusive battle royale game for Indian players. It was created after the original PUBG Mobile was banned in India by the government in September 2020.
The Android version launched first on July 2, 2021, followed by the iOS version on August 18, 2021. BGMI was designed specifically for the Indian market, with KRAFTON working closely with government guidelines on data privacy and playtime limits.
BGMI Anniversary Celebrations: What Happened Each Year
Every year on July 2, KRAFTON India marks the anniversary with in-game events, limited-time crates, free rewards, and community contests.
1st Anniversary (July 2, 2022)
The first anniversary was celebrated with dedicated in-game events and exclusive cosmetic content for players.
2nd Anniversary (July 2, 2023)
The second anniversary came shortly after BGMI was relaunched following its ban period in India. KRAFTON celebrated the milestone with fresh in-game content and events.
3rd Anniversary (July 2, 2024)
The third anniversary arrived with the BGMI 3.2 update, which introduced the Mecha Fusion theme and a dedicated 3rd Anniversary mode. KRAFTON launched an Anniversary Crate that included fan-favourite skins such as the Psychophase skin set, the Inferno Fiend skin, the Mummy M416 weapon skin, and various emotes. Five unique UC-purchasable items were also released as part of the celebration.
4th Anniversary (July 2, 2025)
The 4th Anniversary was celebrated alongside the BGMI 3.8 update. Key highlights included:
| Anniversary Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Anniversary Crate | Umbral Starfall Set, Frost Enforcer Set, Dracoguard Set, Draconic Cavalier Set |
| Weapon Cosmetics | Mystech Uzi, Pumpkin Carol Groza |
| Daily Missions | Anniversary Tokens earnable through daily Play and Win events |
| Token Exchange | Comic Pop Vector (30 Days) gun skin and other themed rewards |
| UC Contest | Players could win 770 UC by collecting 450 Anniversary Tokens and completing a Google Form entry |
| Social Media Contest | Players were asked to tag three friends on the official BGMI anniversary Instagram post |
| BGMI South Anthem | A special music release to celebrate the occasion |
| Limited-Time Mode | Steampunk Frontier Mode set in Aetherholm, active from May 15 to July 14 |
Alongside the anniversary, the BMPS 2025 Grand Finals took place from July 4 to 6 at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre in New Delhi.
What to Expect for BGMI 5th Anniversary in 2026
KRAFTON has not officially announced the 5th Anniversary plans yet. Based on the pattern from previous years, players can expect:
| Expected Content | Based On |
|---|---|
| Special Anniversary Crate | Every year since launch |
| New or returning limited-time mode | 3rd and 4th anniversaries |
| Daily missions with Anniversary Tokens | 4th Anniversary |
| Free and paid cosmetic rewards | Every anniversary |
| UC contests or giveaways | 4th Anniversary |
| Community social media events | 4th Anniversary |
When to Watch Out for BGMI Anniversary Announcements
KRAFTON India typically begins teasing anniversary content a few weeks before July 2. Players can follow the official BGMI Instagram page, YouTube channel, and in-game news tab to stay updated on the 5th Anniversary announcements as they are revealed closer to the date.
BGMI’s Journey in Numbers
| Milestone | Detail |
|---|---|
| Launch Date | July 2, 2021 |
| Platform | Android and iOS |
| Ban Period | July 2022 to May 2023 |
| Re-launch Date | May 2023 |
| Years Active in 2026 | 5 years |
| Current Esports Prize Pool (BGIS 2026) | Rs 2,00,00,000 (2 Crore INR) |