The International 2026: Registration Guide, Qualifier Schedule & Key Dates
Valve has confirmed The International 2026 (TI 15) will take place at the Oriental Sports Center in Shanghai, China, running August 13–23, 2026. Open Qualifiers open on June 9 — here is everything you need to know to register your team and follow the path to the Aegis.
Event
TI 2026 / TI 15
Dates
Aug 13–23
Location
Shanghai, CN
Teams
16
Full Schedule & Deadlines
June 9–12, 2026
Open Qualifiers
All teams can sign up. Multi-region bracket.
June 15–28, 2026
Regional Qualifiers
Top teams from Open Qualifiers compete for TI slots per region.
August 13–16, 2026
Group Stage
Swiss-style group stage at Oriental Sports Center, Shanghai.
August 20–23, 2026
Main Event / Playoffs
Top teams from group stage compete for the Aegis.
How to Register for TI 2026 Qualifiers
Registration for the Open Qualifiers opens through the official Dota 2 portal. Visit Dota 2 Pro Team Registration and follow these steps:
- 1
Go to Dota 2 Pro Registration and log in with your Steam account.
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Navigate to The International 2026 qualifier section.
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Create or join a team. You need 5 players on your roster and a stand-in, all with linked Steam accounts.
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Select your region (Europe, North America, South America, Southeast Asia, China, or Eastern Europe).
- 5
Submit your registration before the Open Qualifier deadline — June 9, 2026.
For the latest official registration info, always check Dota 2 Pro Registration, dota2.com, and Liquipedia TI 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is The International 2026?
TI 2026 runs August 13–23, 2026 in Shanghai, China. The Group Stage is August 13–16 and the Main Event / Playoffs are August 20–23.
Where is TI 2026 taking place?
The International 2026 is hosted at the Oriental Sports Center in Shanghai, China.
How do you register for The International 2026 qualifiers?
Teams register through the official Dota 2 portal at dota2.com. Open Qualifiers begin June 9, 2026. You must have a complete roster of 5 players plus a stand-in, all linked to their Steam accounts, before the registration deadline.
When do Open Qualifiers for TI 2026 start?
Open Qualifiers for TI 2026 run June 9–12, 2026. These are open to any team — no invitation or DPC points required.
When do Regional Qualifiers for TI 2026 start?
Regional Qualifiers run June 15–28, 2026. The top teams from Open Qualifiers advance to compete for direct TI 2026 slots in their respective region.
How many teams will compete at TI 2026?
16 teams will compete at The International 2026, as confirmed on Liquipedia. Teams earn their spots through Regional Qualifiers and, for top DPC teams, direct invites.
Where can I watch The International 2026?
TI 2026 will be broadcast live on the official Dota 2 Twitch and YouTube channels, with coverage in English, Russian, Chinese, Spanish, and more.
Source: dota2.com · Liquipedia