🏏 "Feel the Roar, Book Your Seat Before the Stadium Does!"
The tournament will start on March 28, 2026 and run until May 31, 2026, featuring 10 teams and 74 matches across India’s biggest cricket stadiums. While full ticket bookings are yet to open widely as of March 11, 2026, early pre-sales for teams like Mumbai Indians have already started.
According to early reports, Phase 1 ticket sales are expected to roll out between March 10 and March 15 on platforms like BookMyShow and Paytm Insider.
📑 Table of Contents
- IPL 2026 Key Dates
- IPL 2026 Ticket Prices
- Stadium-wise Ticket Price Estimates
- How to Book IPL 2026 Tickets
- Important Tips for Fans
📅 IPL 2026 Key Dates
The IPL 2026 season will kick off with an exciting opening match at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The tournament will run for more than two months with matches scheduled across multiple cities in India.
- Tournament Start: March 28, 2026
- Tournament End: May 31, 2026
- Opening Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
- Phase 1 Ticket Sales: Expected between March 10–15
- Playoff Tickets: Expected in May
- Final Match Venue: Bengaluru (May 31)
💰 IPL 2026 Ticket Prices
Ticket prices for IPL 2026 are expected to increase due to a 40% GST hike compared to the previous 28%.
As a result, entry-level tickets that previously started around ₹500 could now cost around ₹700.
Depending on the stadium and match demand, ticket prices may range from ₹400 to over ₹35,000 for premium seating.
- Entry-level seats: ₹400 – ₹700
- Mid-range seats: ₹900 – ₹2,500
- Premium seats: ₹15,000 – ₹35,000+
- High-demand matches (e.g., MI vs RCB): Surge pricing possible
🏟 Stadium-wise Ticket Price Estimates
| Stadium (City) | Entry Price | Premium Price |
|---|---|---|
| Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad) | ₹400 – ₹500 | ₹15,000+ |
| Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai) | ₹900 – ₹1,200 | ₹35,000+ |
| M. Chinnaswamy Stadium (Bengaluru) | ₹2,100 – ₹2,500 | ₹30,000+ |
| Eden Gardens (Kolkata) | ₹400 – ₹600 | ₹25,000+ |
Some teams like Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Punjab Kings (PBKS), and Gujarat Titans (GT)
may offer entry tickets starting from ₹399–₹500.
Meanwhile, premium seats for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) games could go up to
₹42,350.
🎟 How to Book IPL 2026 Tickets
Fans can book IPL tickets online through official platforms and authorized partners.
Step-by-Step Booking Process
- Visit official ticketing platforms like iplt20.com, BookMyShow, or Paytm Insider.
- Log in or create an account before ticket sales start.
- Select the match, stadium, and seating category.
- Choose seats using the interactive stadium map.
- Complete payment using UPI, debit/credit cards, or wallets.
- Receive e-tickets instantly via email or mobile app.
Offline ticket counters at stadiums may open after online sales, depending on availability.
⚡ Important Tips for Fans
- High-demand matches sell out quickly, especially MI vs RCB clashes.
- Register early for pre-sale notifications on ticket platforms.
- Keep payment methods ready to avoid checkout timeouts (usually 5–10 minutes).
- Only purchase tickets from official partners to avoid scams.
- Carry a valid ID proof while entering the stadium.
- Digital tickets allow contactless entry for faster access.