The Indian esports scene is leveling up in a big way as KRAFTON India officially announces a massive ₹3.2 crore prize pool for BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA SERIES (BGIS) 2025 — a whopping 60% increase from last year. With this announcement, BGIS 2025 cements itself as India’s biggest Esports tournament, both in terms of prestige and payouts.
The spotlight now turns to Kolkata, where the Grand Finals will be held from April 25–27 at the Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan. After weeks of intense competition and nationwide qualifiers, the Top 16 teams will now go head-to-head for the ultimate glory in India’s premier BGMI tournament.
These 16 top-tier teams have outplayed hundreds to make it to the Grand Finals — each with their own story and style:
- GodLike Esports – Legendary squad hungry for a comeback
- Team SouL – Fan-favourite veterans with a legacy to uphold
- Reckoning Esports – Game-changers pushing the meta
- Orangutan – Consistently high-impact performers
- Cincinnati Kids – The dark horses with breakout potential
- 4EverxRedxRoss – Precision players climbing fast
- FS Esports – Bold, tactical, and fearless
- HadesxH4K – A chaotic duo with relentless aggression
- Genesis – Stylish wildcards capable of upsets
- True Rippers – Calm, consistent, and calculated
- Medal Esports – Reinvigorated and championship-ready
- THWxNONx – Volatile underdogs with explosive gameplay
- SOA Esports – Hungry challengers with everything to prove
- Rivalry NRI – Strategic players bringing international flair
- Team Versatile – Known for smart adaptability
- Bot Army – From unknowns to top-tier contenders
KRAFTON isn’t stopping at the top 16. In a bold step to grow the competitive ecosystem, an additional ₹1.2 crore will be shared among the Top 32 teams, ensuring that up-and-coming squads and mid-tier teams also receive their due recognition and rewards. It’s a massive leap toward building Esports as a sustainable career in India.
The introduction of the BGIS 2025 Crate has played a big part in expanding the prize pool. Fans across India supported their favorite teams by purchasing in-game crates, which directly contributed to this year’s historic prize pot — showcasing the growing power of India’s esports community.
“BGIS 2025 isn’t just a tournament — it’s a celebration of how far Indian Esports has come. The increased prize pool and the inclusion of more teams in the rewards structure reflect our commitment to the players and the fans.”
— Karan Pathak, Associate Director – Esports, KRAFTON India
With over 200 million registered users, BGMI continues to be the heartbeat of India’s mobile gaming scene. And BGIS 2025? It’s not just another esports event — it’s a defining moment in the story of Indian gaming.
Let the games begin.
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