Summary
Amity University Kolkata is set to host the Esports Championship 2025, a landmark event in India’s competitive gaming landscape.
The championship will feature 103 finalists who have battled through intense preliminary rounds, emerging from a massive pool of over 500 students.
Amity University Kolkata is set to host the Esports Championship 2025, a landmark event in India’s competitive gaming landscape. Scheduled for February 7, 2025, the championship will feature 103 finalists who have battled through intense preliminary rounds, emerging from a massive pool of over 500 students. These top contenders will showcase their skills across five thrilling esports titles—BGMI, eFootball, Real Cricket 24, eChess, and EA FC 25—in a high-stakes finale at Amity University Kolkata.
A Historic Milestone for Indian Esports
The recognition of esports as a multisport event by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in December 2023 marked a turning point, elevating the status of competitive gaming in India. The government’s move to classify esports under “matters relating to online gaming” within the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has further boosted investment, skill development, and international participation.
Shaping India’s Esports Future
The Amity University Kolkata Esports Championship 2025 is more than just a tournament—it’s a launchpad for India’s gaming talent. By providing a professional competitive platform, the event is helping students explore esports as a legitimate career path while positioning India as a formidable player in the global esports industry.
UNIV’s Role in Esports Development
As a key player in India’s esports ecosystem, UNIV is working towards integrating esports into mainstream sports policies through collaborations with institutions and state governments. Their focus includes:
- Identifying and nurturing gaming talent
- Developing esports intellectual properties (IPs)
- Attracting investments to the esports industry
- Creating career opportunities in gaming and related fields
With esports gaining national and international recognition, the Amity University Kolkata Esports Championship 2025 stands as a pivotal moment in India’s gaming revolution, empowering young athletes and setting the stage for the future of competitive esports.
Last updated on 07 Feb 2025
