KRAFTON Expands PUBG PC Esports in India With Dedicated Regional Pathway for 2027
KRAFTON has announced India's inclusion as a separate competitive region in the 2027 PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS esports ecosystem. The roadmap introduces four competitive phases and a qualification pathway connecting regional tournaments to international events, creating new opportunities for Indian PC esports teams.
India’s competitive PC gaming scene is preparing for a significant development as KRAFTON introduces the country as a dedicated region within its PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS esports structure for 2027.
Unveiled on October 29, 2026, the roadmap marks an important expansion of PUBG’s international competitive ecosystem. The decision creates a regional pathway for Indian teams to pursue opportunities on the global stage.
The 2027 season will feature four major competitive phases, beginning in late March and continuing into November. Regional competitions will connect to the PUBG Global Series (PGS), where participating teams can earn PUBG Esports Points through their performances.
These points will contribute toward qualification for the PUBG Global Championship (PGC), the circuit’s year-ending international championship. The PUBG Nations Cup is also scheduled for early July, adding another major international event to the competitive calendar.
For Indian teams, the introduction of a dedicated region represents an opportunity to develop within a more structured competitive environment. It could encourage organizations to invest in PUBG PC rosters while giving emerging players a clearer route toward international competition.
The announcement comes as KRAFTON India continues expanding its domestic PUBG PC activities. The PUBG India Challenge 2026, featuring a ₹25 lakh prize pool, is scheduled to run from November 11 to 29, with open qualifiers, league matches, a last-chance stage and Grand Finals.
The competition will provide another platform for domestic talent to gain tournament experience as India’s PC esports ecosystem develops.
Although India’s inclusion in the 2027 regional structure has been confirmed, further information regarding regional tournament schedules, international qualification slots and prize pool distribution is still awaited.
With a dedicated competitive pathway now outlined, the upcoming season could become an important turning point for PUBG PC esports in India, opening new possibilities for players, organizations and tournament organizers seeking to establish themselves internationally.
PUBG Esports — Official 2027 Roadmap, October 29, 2026
