KRAFTON India has officially revealed the first-ever Krafton India Awards 2025, presented by iQOO. This landmark event celebrates creators, Esports athletes, innovators, and industry leaders who are shaping India’s rapidly growing gaming culture. As gaming becomes a major part of mainstream entertainment, the awards aim to recognize and highlight the people leading this movement.
Krafton India Awards 2025: Event Date and Venue
The inaugural celebration is set for January 9, 2026, in Mumbai. It’s an exclusive invite-only event that will bring together top creators, Esports stars, broadcasters, developers, and partners from across India.
The awards night aims to be lively and immersive, capturing the true spirit of the country’s gaming community. The Krafton India Awards 2025 are more than just trophies. They are designed to recognize excellence, creativity, and leadership across every part of the gaming world.
KRAFTON India CEO Sean Hyunil Sohn says the awards are a tribute to the community that has turned gaming into a powerful cultural force in India. The initiative also reflects KRAFTON’s long-term goal of supporting Indian talent, building original IP, and strengthening the competitive Esports scene.
Krafton India Awards 2025: Award Categories
The awards feature 17 categories across five major pillars of the gaming industry:
- Esports
- Creators & Streamers
- Media
- CSR
- KRAFTON India Gaming Incubator (KIGI)
Some highlighted categories include Influencer of the Year, Rising Creator, Esports Player of the Year, Esports Team of the Year, and Communications Contributor of the Year.
Voting Process
Public voting opened on November 26, 2025, giving fans across the country a chance to support their favorite creators and Esports athletes.
The selection process combines jury evaluations with community voting to create a fair and inclusive system. This dual approach makes the Krafton India Awards the first-ever awards initiative from a global publisher designed specifically for the Indian gaming community.
