Darjeeling Esports Federation

HIMALAYAN ESPORTS OPEN CUP 🏆
Presented by Darjeeling Esports Federation (DEF)

We are excited to announce the updated rules, guidelines, and tournament structure for the Himalayan Esports Open Cup.

Teams are requested to carefully go through all the information to ensure smooth participation and fair play throughout the tournament.

🔹 Tournament Slots: 32 Teams

🔹 Prize Pool:
🥇 Winner – ₹10,000
🥈 Runner-Up – ₹2,000
(Prize pool and slots are subject to change based on the number of registrations)

🗓️ Last Date for Registration:
📌 24th January 2026

📜 Important Guidelines:

• Only registered game accounts will be allowed to participate

• Reading and understanding the General Guidelines (Part 1 – Section 1 to Part 5) is mandatory

• Any violation of rules may result in immediate disqualification and a ban from future tournaments

• Matches until Semi-Finals will be Best of 3 (Single Elimination)

• Grand Finals will be Best of 5

• Tournament mode will be Online

• Teams must coordinate with the Tournament Director for match schedules and instructions

⚠️ Special Note:
As the tournament application is currently under review by Moonton, tournament lobbies may not be available for players.

📩 Registration & Payment:
Players are requested to DM the official page for registration and payment details.

Let’s compete with integrity, discipline, and sportsmanship.

See you on the battlefield. 🎮🔥

As we step into 2026, we carry forward the spirit of competition, discipline, and unity that defines our community.

To every player who trained in silence, every team that fought till the last second, and every supporter who believed; this year is for you.
Here’s to sharper focus, stronger leagues, and a growing esports culture.

Happy New Year from Darjeeling Esports Federation to our players and community members.

Founding Leadership | Darjeeling Esports Federation

The Darjeeling Esports Federation (DEF) is established with a clear objective:
To organize, regulate, and promote competitive esports in the region through structured tournaments, fair governance, and long-term development.

Founding Office Bearers:

• A***n Das — Founder & President

• Sunskar Thulung Rai — Vice President

• Prayash Thapa — General Secretary

This leadership marks the foundation of a governing body committed to professionalism, integrity, and sustainable growth of esports in Darjeeling and the Eastern Himalayan region.

DEF moves forward with responsibility; not as a team, but as a federation.

HIMALAYAN ESPORTS OPEN

Presented by Darjeeling Esports Federation (DEF)

A new chapter begins for competitive esports in the hills.

The Himalayan Esports Open marks the first official tournament under the Darjeeling Esports Federation. The Federation is built to provide a fair, structured, and professional platform for players across the region.

🕹️ Game: Mobile Legends: Bang Bang

👥 Slots: Limited teams

💰 Registration Fee: ₹300 per team

🏆 Prize Pool:
• Winner – ₹2,000
• Runner-up – ₹1,000

This is more than a tournament, it’s the foundation of a growing esports ecosystem in Darjeeling & the Eastern Himalayas.

📩 For registration & details:
DM us or contact +91 8016140361

Official Announcement

We are proud to introduce the Darjeeling Esports Federation (DEF) – the official body dedicated to managing, organizing, and developing competitive esports in the Darjeeling & Sikkim region.

Our vision is to build a structured, fair, and professional esports ecosystem that nurtures regional talent and provides legitimate competitive platforms.

This is the beginning.

🏆 Tournaments
🎮 Competitive Governance
🏔️ Regional Representation

Stay tuned.