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Release time · Updated 24 Oct 2026

GTA 6 release time in India: when it unlocks

Short answer: GTA 6 unlocks in India at midnight IST on Thursday 19 November 2026, which is 18:30 UTC on 18 November.

By Jake Morrison · Sources checked by GTA6Geek Editorial · Published 24 Oct 2026 · Updated 24 Oct 2026

Unlock time in India

Where	Unlock time (local)
India (IST)	12:00am, Thu 19 Nov

In UTC: 18:30 on 18 November. Based on PlayStation Store listings. Reported

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PS5 vs Xbox

These times come from PlayStation Store listings. Xbox hasn't published a region list, but Xbox games usually unlock at midnight local time too. Rockstar hasn't confirmed exact times, so check again on launch week.

Be ready at midnight

Pre-load from 12 November: pre-load checklist.
Price in India: GTA 6 price in India.
Other countries: unlock times by region.

Sources

Last checked: 24 Oct 2026. Labels: Official = Rockstar or platform holder, Reported = previews or press, Unconfirmed = not stated by Rockstar.

Frequently asked questions

What time does GTA 6 come out in India?

Midnight IST on 19 November 2026.

Can I play GTA 6 early in India?

No. Pre-loading from 12 November only downloads the game; it stays locked until the unlock time.

When can I pre-load GTA 6 in India?

From 12 November 2026, if you pre-ordered digitally.