Garena Reveals Full FFMIC 2026 Spring Schedule with ₹1 Crore Prize Pool
Garena has officially dropped the complete schedule for the Free Fire Max India Cup (FFMIC) 2026 Spring, and it is shaping up to be the biggest Free Fire tournament India has seen in years. Spanning nearly three months from early February to mid-April, the event offers over ₹1 crore in prize money along with three direct qualification slots for the Esports World Cup 2026.
From offline city qualifiers to high-pressure knockout stages and a two-day Grand Finals, FFMIC 2026 Spring is built to test every aspect of a team’s skill, consistency, and composure.
FFMIC 2026 Spring Qualifiers Phase
The road to FFMIC 2026 begins with two different qualification routes, giving both grassroots teams and online grinders a fair shot.
City Qualifiers (Offline LAN)
The City Qualifiers kick things off on February 7 and 8. These are offline LAN events hosted across four major cities: Kolkata, Hyderabad, Lucknow, and Ahmedabad.
Each city welcomes 144 teams, but only one team per city secures a spot in the main tournament. With just four slots available, the pressure is brutal and every match matters.
FFC Mode In-Game Qualifiers
For teams unable to attend city LANs, the FFC Mode In-Game Qualifiers go live on February 15. This online phase opens the doors to thousands of teams across India, with the majority of the 48 total main event slots filled through this route.
FFMIC 2026 Group Stage Breakdown
The Group Stage runs across two weeks and is all about consistency and survival.
- Week 1: February 26 to March 1
- Week 2: March 6 to March 8
Qualified teams compete in multiple matches, earning points to climb the leaderboard. Strong performances secure better seeding for the knockouts, while weak runs result in early elimination.
FFMIC 2026 Knockout Stage Schedule
The Knockout Stage stretches across three intense weeks where every mistake can end a team’s campaign.
- Week 1: March 20 to March 22
- Week 2: March 27 to March 29
- Week 3: April 3 to April 5
As the weeks progress, the competition tightens. Only the most disciplined and clutch teams survive to book a place in the Grand Finals.
FFMIC 2026 Grand Finals Format and Dates
The tournament concludes with a two-day Grand Finals showdown.
Day 1: Point Rush
- Date: April 18
Teams compete across multiple matches to accumulate points. These points provide an advantage heading into the final day.
Day 2: Champion Rush
- Date: April 19
Champion Rush decides it all. The first team to reach the target points while securing a Booyah is crowned champion. Alongside the title, teams fight for massive prize money and three Esports World Cup 2026 slots.
City Qualifiers Bring Back the LAN Atmosphere
One of the biggest highlights of FFMIC 2026 Spring is the return of offline city qualifiers. Hosted at college venues and indoor arenas, these LAN events bring raw crowd energy and real pressure.
With 144 teams battling for a single slot in each city, the City Qualifiers promise some of the most intense moments of the tournament. Fans can attend live, making it a true celebration of Indian Free Fire esports.