Mumbai, India to host Global Esports Games later this month

Michael Hassall Published March 16, 2026

India will host the Global Esports Games World Finals in Mumbai as per an announcement by the Global Esports Federation. From 19-22 March 2026, Mumbai will host the GEG World Finals giving the country’s esports scene an international stage to perform on.

Announced by release on March 16, the event, a collaboration between Eflag Corp and the Global Esports Federation with support from Maharashtra Tourism, the event will reportedly bring together around 70 top athletes from 23 countries and territories.

Mumbai will host the Global Esports Games World Finals later this month

The Global Esports Games 2026 will take place alongside GEFcon and GEFestival in Mumbai this Spring, with teams competing in Dota 2, Clash Royale, and other titles.

The event will feature nations including Argentina, Australia, the United States, United Kingdom, Indonesia, and Türkiye competing alongside India and teams from 16 other countries and territories. The GEF states that the event is expected to reach more than 40 million viewers worldwide.

The full event programme includes a grand opening ceremony, GEFcon, GEFestival, fan meet-ups, playoffs, and the grand finale with medal and trophy presentations. It will wrap up with a ceremonial handover to Los Angeles, host of the Global Esports Games in December 2026.

As per the release, Shri Devendra Fadnavis, chief minister of Maharashtra, and other senior state ministers, will inaugurate the event. Fadnavis commented on the announcement:

“The future will be shaped by technology, innovation, and digital ecosystems. We are proud that India will host the Global Esports Games, welcoming athletes from around the world to Mumbai. By bringing together sport, technology, and youth talent, this event further strengthens our position as an emerging global hub for digital innovation.”

Paul J. Foster, president and CEO of the Global Esports Federation also weighed in:

“India represents one of the most dynamic growth stories in global esports, and there is no city better suited to host our flagship event than Mumbai. This is a city powered by youth, creativity, and innovation, the same forces shaping the future of esports worldwide. Hosting the Global Esports Games here is about more than competition; it’s about opportunity, connection, and reinforcing our belief that esports is for all”

The stated aim of the Global Esports Federation (GEF) is to promote the credibility and global growth of esports by uniting athletes, developers, publishers, and partners through its Member Federations.

The Global Esports Games (GEG) is the flagship event of the GEF, bringing national teams together in a multi-title international esports competition. Alongside the games, GEFcon and GEFestival celebrate esports culture through community dialogue, technology, innovation, and entertainment.

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Featured Image Credit: GEF