With registrations entering their final phase, NODWIN Gaming, in partnership with Riot Games, is set to kick off the broadcast phase of VALORANT Challengers South Asia (VCSA) 2026, marking the start of another high-stakes competitive season in the region.
The official VCSA 2026 broadcast will stream live on the NODWIN Gaming and Valorant Esports South Asia YouTube channels, bringing fans across South Asia closer to the region’s top VALORANT talent as teams begin their Split 1 campaigns.
Registrations for Split 1 remain open until March 4, 2026, inviting eligible teams across South Asia to compete in the region’s premier VALORANT circuit—the official pathway for teams aiming to reach the VCT Last Chance Qualifier (LCQ).
Register here: https://bit.ly/VCSA2026
Season Overview
The 2026 season introduces a refined multi-stage competitive structure, featuring Open Qualifiers, two Splits, Promotion & Relegation, and a culminating Grand Final to crown the regional champions.
Key Dates – Split 1
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Registration Window: Till March 4, 2026
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Open Qualifiers: March 7 – March 11, 2026
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Split 1 Broadcast Begins: March 16, 2026
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Split 1 Playoffs: April 8 – 9, 2026
Eligibility Requirements
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Minimum Rank: Immortal 1 and above (V25 Act 6)
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Regions: India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Afghanistan & Maldives
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Premier Team Seeding: Based on V25 Acts 4, 5 & 6
Tournament Structure Overview
Open Qualifiers & Playoffs
The competition begins with an open circuit designed to spotlight emerging talent across South Asia.
Open Qualifiers
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Single Elimination
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Best-of-Three (Bo3)
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Top 10 teams advance to OQ Playoffs
OQ Playoffs
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Double Elimination
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Bo3
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Top 5 teams qualify for Split 1
The top three teams from VCSA 2025 receive direct invitations to Split 1.
Split 1
Team Composition
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5 teams from OQ Playoffs
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3 direct invite teams
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Total: 8 teams
Format
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Single Round Robin
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Bo3
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28 matches across 14 match days
Advancement
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Top 6 teams advance to Split 2
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Bottom 2 teams move to Promotion & Relegation
Split 2 & Grand Finals
Split 2 will feature eight teams competing in a single round robin format. The top four will advance to the Playoff Stage, where a single-elimination bracket (Bo3, Bo5 Grand Final) will determine the VALORANT Challengers South Asia 2026 champions.
Game Changers South Asia 2026
Running alongside the main circuit, Game Changers South Asia 2026 will feature two competitive splits with open qualifiers, reinforcing inclusive growth within the region’s VALORANT ecosystem. The winner of Split 2 will advance to the Game Changers Pacific Stage.
Building on a Landmark 2025 Season
VCSA 2026 follows a record-breaking 2025 edition, where Velocity Gaming secured the VCT Ascension Pacific slot after a dominant 3–1 Grand Final victory over S8UL at the Ascension Qualifiers LAN.
The 2025 season recorded over 12 million views and peaked at 50,000+ concurrent viewers, cementing VCSA’s position as one of South Asia’s most-watched VALORANT tournaments.
With viewership at an all-time high and competitive standards rising, the 2026 season promises even greater intensity.
From the Organizers
Gautam Virk, Co-Founder & CEO, NODWIN Gaming, said:
“As we head into the broadcast phase of VCSA 2026, the excitement across the ecosystem is palpable. This circuit represents the pinnacle of competitive VALORANT in South Asia, and our structured pathway ensures that every team from open qualifiers to grand finalists earns their position through performance. After the incredible momentum of last season, we are confident that 2026 will further elevate the region’s competitive standard.”
Sukamal Pegu, Head of Esports India and South Asia, Riot Games, added:
“Competing in VCSA continues to be one of the most defining experiences for teams in South Asia. The level of competition, the scale of production, and the passion of the community make this circuit truly special. With the new season underway and the clear path connecting Tier-2 to Tier-1 already announced, we’re excited to see both established rosters and emerging contenders raise the bar even higher.”
With broadcasts set to begin and registrations closing soon, the road to VALORANT Challengers South Asia 2026 is officially underway. Teams across the region are invited to step forward and shape the next chapter of South Asian VALORANT.
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