Krafon India has revealed the details of the BGIS 2025 format, schedule, and highlights. It is going to be one of the biggest BGMI tournaments with a ₹2 crore prize pool.
The Battlegrounds Mobile India Series (BGIS) 2025 is set to become the most anticipated esports event of the year, with a comprehensive format that combines open qualifiers and professional team play. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the BGIS 2025 format and schedule.
BGIS 2025 Tournament Timeline
Key Dates
- Registrations: January 3 – January 19, 2025
- In-Game Qualifiers: January 25 – February 2, 2025
- Grand Finals: April 18 – April 20, 2025
BGIS 2025 Format Breakdown
The BGIS 2025 format is designed to offer opportunities for amateur players while challenging professional teams with multiple stages of competitive play.
1. In-Game Qualifiers (January 25 – February 2, 2025)
The tournament begins with open qualifiers:
- Teams play 15 classic matches on Erangel, Miramar, and Sanhok.
- The top 10 match performances (based on kills and placement points) are considered.
- The top 1,016 teams advance to Round 1.
2. The Grind (February 5 – February 23, 2025)
This phase is exclusive to professional teams and serves as a preparatory ground for the tournament’s main rounds. It consists of four weeks of competitions:
- Week 1:
- Top 8 teams advance to Round 2, and the bottom 8 enter Round 1.
- Week 2:
- Top 8 teams progress to Round 3, while the rest move to Round 2.
- Week 3:
- Top 8 teams proceed to Round 4, and the remaining teams enter Round 3.
- Week 4:
- Top 8 teams qualify directly for the Quarterfinals, while the bottom 8 proceed to Round 4.
3. Main Tournament Rounds
The Main Rounds begin with the 1,016 teams from qualifiers and proceed through elimination stages:
Round 1 (February 16 – February 23, 2025)
- Includes 1,016 teams from in-game qualifiers and the bottom 8 teams from The Grind Week 1.
- The top 496 teams advance to Round 2.
Round 2 (February 27 – March 2, 2025)
- Combines teams from Round 1 and The Grind Week 1 & 2.
- Successful 240 teams move to Round 3.
Round 3 (March 6 – March 9, 2025)
- Teams progressing from Round 2 and The Grind Week 2 & 3.
- The top 112 teams qualify for Round 4.
Round 4 (March 13 – March 16, 2025)
- Teams from Round 3 and The Grind Week 3 & 4 are combined.
- The top 56 teams advance to the Quarterfinals.
4. Quarterfinals (March 20 – March 23, 2025)
- Participants:
- The 56 teams from Round 4 and 8 teams from The Grind Week 4 take part.
- Progression:
- The top 16 teams advance to the Semifinals Week 1.
- The remaining 48 teams enter the Wild Card Round.
5. Wild Card Round (March 24 – March 27, 2025)
This phase offers a second chance for teams eliminated in the Quarterfinals:
- Participants: 48 teams from the Quarterfinals.
- Progression: The top 16 teams qualify for Semifinals Week 1.
6. Semifinals
The Semifinals are split into two weeks:
Week 1 (March 29 – April 1, 2025)
- Participants:
- The 16 teams from the Quarterfinals.
- The 16 teams from the Wild Card Round.
- Progression: The top 8 teams secure spots in the Grand Finals.
Week 2 (April 3 – April 6, 2025)
- Participants:
- The remaining 24 teams from Semifinals Week 1.
- Progression: The top 8 teams qualify for the Grand Finals.
7. Grand Finals (April 18 – April 20, 2025)
The Grand Finals will be held in Kolkata, featuring the top 16 teams battling for the championship title and a share of the ₹2 crore prize pool.
Overall, the BGIS 2025 format is a testament to Krafton’s dedication to creating an inclusive and competitive esports ecosystem. With multiple stages, open qualifiers, and opportunities for professional teams, the tournament promises action-packed gameplay from start to finish.