You can book IPL 2026 tickets online right now. The BCCI released the IPL 2026 Phase 1 schedule on March 11, 2026. Pre-sale registrations on BookMyShow are open for select teams.
The first match is RCB vs SRH on March 28 in Bengaluru. Read this before you book a new tax rule has raised ticket prices, and one venue still needs government clearance.
Official Booking Partners for IPL 2026 Tickets
The BCCI does not sell IPL 2026 tickets on one platform. It splits ticket sales across three apps based on team agreements. The table below shows which app to use for each team.
| Team | Home Stadium | Ticketing Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | Wankhede Stadium | BookMyShow |
| Gujarat Titans | Narendra Modi Stadium | BookMyShow |
| RCB | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium | District (Zomato) |
| CSK | M.A. Chidambaram Stadium | District (Zomato) |
| KKR | Eden Gardens | District (Zomato) |
| SRH | Rajiv Gandhi Int. Cricket Stadium | Paytm Insider |
| PBKS | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium | Paytm Insider |
| Delhi Capitals | Arun Jaitley Stadium | Paytm Insider |
| RR | Sawai Mansingh Stadium / Barsapara | BookMyShow |
| LSG | BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium | BookMyShow |
BookMyShow: Pre-Sale Is Open Now
Pre-sale registration is open on BookMyShow for two teams:
- Mumbai Indians (Wankhede Stadium) — The pre-sale page is live. Register your interest to get access before the main sale opens.
- Gujarat Titans (Narendra Modi Stadium) — Registration is open on BookMyShow. Find the Gujarat Titans home matches and register before slots close.
District (Zomato): Sale Opens Soon for CSK, KKR, and RCB
The District app by Zomato handles tickets for RCB, CSK, and KKR. As of March 12, 2026, these matches show a “Coming Soon” status. Download the app and turn on notifications CSK home game tickets sell out fast.
Paytm Insider: Book SRH, PBKS, and DC Tickets Here
The Paytm Insider app handles tickets for SRH, Punjab Kings, and Delhi Capitals. The BCCI will announce sale dates after the March 13 Bengaluru stadium inspection.
IPL 2026 Ticket Price List and the 40% GST Change
The Indian Government moved IPL into the “Luxury Entertainment” tax bracket in late 2025. This raised the GST on tickets from 28% to 40%.
In simple terms, a ticket that cost ₹1,000 last season now costs ₹1,400. The only thing that did not change — tickets under ₹500 still have no GST.
| Seat Category | Base Price Range | Final Price (With 40% GST) |
|---|---|---|
| General Stands | ₹750 – ₹1,200 | ₹1,050 – ₹1,680 |
| Mid-Tier | ₹2,500 – ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 – ₹6,300 |
| VIP / Hospitality | ₹15,000+ | ₹21,000+ |
| Under ₹500 tickets | Below ₹500 | No GST |
For example, a mid-tier seat at a base price of ₹3,500 will cost you ₹4,900 at checkout. Check the final price before you pick your stand, especially if you plan to attend more than one match.
Source: ClearTax
IPL 2026 Match Schedule: Phase 1 Fixtures (March 28 – April 12)
The BCCI confirmed the first 20 IPL 2026 matches on March 11, 2026. The full schedule is on hold because State Assembly elections in three states affect venue availability.
The BCCI will release Phase 2 dates once the Election Commission confirms those schedules.
Bengaluru matches need a government clearance on March 13 before ticket sales open.
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 28 | RCB vs SRH | M. Chinnaswamy, Bengaluru | 7:30 PM |
| March 29 | MI vs KKR | Wankhede, Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| March 30 | RR vs CSK | Barsapara, Guwahati | 7:30 PM |
| March 31 | GT vs LSG | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:30 PM |
| April 1 | SRH vs DC | Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad | 7:30 PM |
| April 2 | PBKS vs RCB | Maharaja YS Stadium, Mullanpur | 7:30 PM |
| April 3 | CSK vs KKR | MA Chidambaram, Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| April 4 | DC vs MI | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 3:30 PM |
| April 5 | LSG vs RR | BRSABV Ekana, Lucknow | 7:30 PM |
| April 6 | GT vs SRH | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 3:30 PM |
| April 7 | RCB vs PBKS | M. Chinnaswamy, Bengaluru | 7:30 PM |
| April 8 | MI vs CSK | Wankhede, Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| April 9 | KKR vs DC | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
| April 10 | RR vs GT | Sawai Mansingh, Jaipur | 7:30 PM |
| April 11 | LSG vs SRH | BRSABV Ekana, Lucknow | 7:30 PM |
| April 12 | CSK vs RCB | MA Chidambaram, Chennai | 7:30 PM |
Most matches start at 7:30 PM IST. The 3:30 PM slots fall on weekends. Some teams like RR play home games across two cities — check the venue for each match before you book.
How to Book IPL 2026 Tickets Online?
The process to book IPL 2026 tickets online takes less than 5 minutes if you prepare in advance. Here is what to do:
Register your interest first:
Go to BookMyShow, District, or Paytm Insider. Find your match and click “Register Interest.” This puts you in the pre-sale queue before the main sale starts.
Log in 30 minutes before the sale:
The BCCI announces sale times 24 to 48 hours in advance. Open the app 30 minutes early — queues fill up as soon as sales go live.
Save your payment method:
Add your UPI ID, card, or wallet to the app before the sale. This cuts checkout time to under 60 seconds and helps you avoid losing your seat in the queue.
Download your e-ticket right away:
All stadiums use QR code-based e-tickets in 2026. No physical tickets. Download and take a screenshot as soon as you complete the booking.
Book a maximum of 4 tickets:
Each account can buy up to 4 tickets per match. This rule is the same across all three platforms.
Why Bengaluru IPL 2026 Tickets Are on Hold
A stampede at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in 2025 led the BCCI and the Karnataka government to set up an Expert Committee to check stadium safety before any IPL match takes place in Bengaluru.
The committee will run a mock drill on March 13, 2026. It will check gate management, crowd flow, and how fast the stadium can be cleared. Two things can happen after this:
- The stadium gets clearance: Ticket sales for RCB home games open on the same day. The first match, RCB vs SRH on March 28, goes ahead at Bengaluru.
- The stadium does not get clearance: The BCCI may move the matches to Raipur (Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium). New tickets will go on sale under a revised schedule.
Check the BCCI’s official channels on March 13 for the decision. If you hold off on booking Bengaluru matches until then, you avoid a possible rebooking.
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Conclusion: Pre-book IPL 2026 Tickets from BookMyShow, district or Paytm insider
The IPL 2026 ticket sale has started for some teams and is about to open for others. The 40% GST means prices are higher this season, and Phase 1 seats will go fast.
Register on BookMyShow or District today for your team. Wait for the March 13 clearance update before booking any Bengaluru match.
For Phase 2 dates, watch the BCCI’s official announcement after the election schedules are confirmed.
FAQs
You can register interest on BookMyShow for Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans right now. Other teams will open sales after the March 13 Bengaluru inspection and as the BCCI confirms remaining fixture details.
The BCCI announced the Phase 1 schedule (first 20 matches) on March 11, 2026. The full schedule is on hold until State Assembly election dates in three states are confirmed.
Go to BookMyShow, District, or Paytm Insider and click “Register Interest” on your match. This registers you for pre-sale access before the main ticket window opens.
IPL 2026 uses 10 home stadiums across India. The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is the largest venue. Check the Phase 1 schedule table above for the venue for each match.
The Indian Government raised GST on IPL tickets from 28% to 40% after classifying IPL under “Luxury Entertainment” in 2025. Tickets under ₹500 are still GST-free.
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 takes place in India and Sri Lanka. The ICC has not opened ticket sales as of March 2026. Watch the ICC’s official website and app for sale announcements.
No. IPL 2026 starts on March 28, 2026. The BCCI confirmed this date when it released the Phase 1 schedule on March 11, 2026. IPL has not started in January in any season.
