All roads lead to Dharamshala, where the first qualifier of the Indian Premier League 2026 is set to unfold on Tuesday, May 26, at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium.
In what promises to be an absolute blockbuster, table-toppers and the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, will square off against the Gujarat Titans. With a direct ticket to the Grand Final on May 31 up for grabs, demand for seats for today's match is at an all-time high.
Both teams concluded the league stage with 18 points from 14 games (9 wins each). Rajat Patidar's men clinched the top spot solely due to a superior Net Run Rate (+0.783 vs GT's +0.695).
For the fans looking to catch the thrilling action live from the stands in Dharamshala surrounded by snow-capped mountains, here is the complete guide to booking the tickets right now.
RCB vs GT Qualifier 1: Match Details
Match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans (IPL 2026 Qualifier 1)
Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM IST (Gates open at 4:30 PM IST)
Venue: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium, Dharamshala
Stakes: Winner qualifies directly for the IPL 2026 Final; Loser goes to Qualifier 2.
How to Book RCB vs GT IPL Qualifier 1 Tickets Online?
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has designated District by Zomato as the exclusive official ticketing partner for the IPL 2026 Playoff matches, including Qualifier 1, the Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Final.
Follow this step-by-step walkthrough to book tickets through official, verified channels:
1. Access the Official Ticketing Platform:Open the browser and head to the official IPL Tickets Portal or go directly to the verified District by Zomato IPL Page via their app or website. Do not buy from unverified third-party platforms to avoid invalid tickets.
2. Select the Qualifier 1 Fixture:
Locate the Qualifier 1: RCB vs GT event page under the Dharamshala venue listings. Click on "Book" or "Buy Tickets" to open the interactive stadium map.
3. Pick Your Stand and Price BracketReview the seating categories based on availability. For this playoff clash at the HPCA Stadium, official online ticket prices range from ₹3,450 for general stands up to ₹25,000 for corporate boxes and hospitality suites. Select your desired stand and seat numbers.
4. Complete the Cart Checkout:Enter your mandatory contact details (mobile number and email). Please note that you have a strict 10-minute window to complete the transaction once tickets are added to your cart, with a maximum cap of 4 tickets per user to discourage black marketing.
Pay seamlessly via UPI, Credit/Debit Cards, or Net Banking. Once successful, your digital ticket will populate instantly in the profile section of your District app.
RCB vs GT IPL Qualifier 1 Tickets Price And Available Seats
At the time of writing, the coloured area of the stadium given in the above image has available seats.
Ticket Price:
- 7000 INR - Sold Out
- 9000 INR - North Pavilion Stand Available
- 12500 INR - West Stand 1 and East Stand 3 Available
- 25000 INR - Pavilion Terrace Available
- 30000 INR - IPL Club Lounge Main Pavilion Available
- 50000 INR - Corporate Boxes Available.
RCB vs GT: Important Stadium Entry Rule
Digital screenshots or saved images of QR codes will not be accepted at the HPCA Stadium entry gates.You must present the live, dynamic digital ticket directly from the official app profile page, or collect a physical ticket from the designated local Dharamshala box office if specified in your confirmation email. Ensure your phone is charged, as power banks are strictly prohibited inside.The gates will open at 4:30 PM IST.