Telangana Golconda Masters 2026: 12th edition tees off at Hyderabad from September 1
Synopsis
The 12th Telangana Golconda Masters brings 132 golfers — including Order of Merit leader Saptak Talwar and defending champion Jamal Hossain — to Hyderabad from September 1-4. With Race to DP World India Championship points at stake and top-24 Championship spots on the line, this is one of the most consequential stops on the 2026 PGTI calendar.
Key Takeaways
The 12th Telangana Golconda Masters 2026 runs from 1 to 4 September 2026 at the Hyderabad Golf Association .
A field of 132 golfers will compete, including DP World PGTI Order of Merit leader Saptak Talwar .
Defending champion Jamal Hossain of Bangladesh returns to defend his title.
The event is part of the Race to DP World India Championship , with the top-24 Order of Merit players earning spots at the season-ending Championship.
The HGA course is an 18-hole, 6,017-yard, par-70 layout spread across 212 acres .
The 12th edition of the Telangana Golconda Masters 2026 is set to get underway at the Hyderabad Golf Association (HGA) from 1 September to 4 September 2026, organised by the DP World Professional Golf Tour of India (DP World PGTI), the official sanctioning body of professional golf in India. A field of 132 golfers — comprising top Indian professionals and international competitors — will contest the tournament, which is backed by Telangana Tourism and the Hyderabad Golf Association.
Top Indian Contenders
The Indian challenge is headlined by Saptak Talwar, the current DP World PGTI Order of Merit leader, who enters as one of the favourites. He is joined by prominent names including Honey Baisoya, Veer Ahlawat, Rashid Khan, Akshay Sharma, and Om Prakash Chouhan. The local flavour will be provided by Hyderabad-based professionals Mohd Azhar, Vishesh Sharma, and Rupinder Singh Gill.
International Field
Defending champion Jamal Hossain of Bangladesh returns to defend his title, accompanied by compatriot Badal Hossain. The overseas contingent also features Czech Republic's Stepan Danek, Sri Lanka's N Thangaraja and Mithun Perera, Nepal's Subash Tamang, Uganda's Joshua Seale, and Japanese players Koichiro Ishika and Taiga Tanaka.
What Is at Stake
The tournament forms part of the Race to DP World India Championship, the season-long competition to crown the DP World PGTI's number one player. Performance here will also determine the top-24 players from the Order of Merit who qualify for the season-ending DP World India Championship, making every stroke consequential.
What the Organisers Said
Kapil Dev, president of the DP World PGTI, said the tournament has 'established itself as one of the most eagerly-awaited tournaments on the DP World PGTI schedule.' He credited Telangana Tourism for its 'continued support and partnership' and expressed confidence that the event would 'go a long way in promoting Telangana and the city of Hyderabad as a leading destination for golf tourism.'
Jasvinder Singh Birgi, captain of the Hyderabad Golf Association, called it 'a proud moment' to welcome top golfing talent to the course, adding that the live telecast would 'showcase our magnificent golf course to a global audience.' Players will compete for the iconic trophy depicting the historic Golconda Fort, first introduced at the inaugural edition of the event.
The Venue
The HGA course spans a 212-acre expanse and offers an 18-hole, 6,017-yard, par-70 layout. Facilities include a floodlit driving range, a pro shop, a golf fitting shop, and training and practice areas, complemented by a modern clubhouse with dining, lounge, and open-deck amenities. The tournament will be broadcast live, giving the course international visibility.
With Order of Merit points and Championship qualification on the line, the Telangana Golconda Masters 2026 shapes up as one of the most competitive editions in the event's history.
Point of View
Drawing players from Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Uganda, Japan, and the Czech Republic — a range that most domestic golf events in India cannot match. The real story this year is the Order of Merit race: with Saptak Talwar leading the standings, Hyderabad could be where the title picture crystallises. Whether the PGTI can convert that competitive quality into sustained golf tourism for Telangana — the stated ambition of both the government and the HGA — remains the longer-term test.
NationPress
29 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Telangana Golconda Masters 2026?
The Telangana Golconda Masters 2026 takes place from 1 to 4 September 2026 at the Hyderabad Golf Association (HGA) in Hyderabad. It is the 12th edition of the tournament, organised by the DP World PGTI.
Who are the top Indian players competing at the Golconda Masters 2026?
The leading Indian contenders include Saptak Talwar, the current DP World PGTI Order of Merit leader, along with Honey Baisoya, Veer Ahlawat, Rashid Khan, Akshay Sharma, and Om Prakash Chouhan. Local Hyderabad professionals Mohd Azhar, Vishesh Sharma, and Rupinder Singh Gill will also feature.
Who is defending the title at the Telangana Golconda Masters?
Jamal Hossain of Bangladesh is the defending champion and returns to compete in the 2026 edition. He is joined by fellow Bangladeshi Badal Hossain among the international contingent.
What is at stake at the Golconda Masters 2026?
The tournament is part of the Race to DP World India Championship, which determines the PGTI's number one player for the season. Results here will also decide which players from the top-24 of the Order of Merit qualify for the season-ending DP World India Championship.
What are the facilities at the Hyderabad Golf Association course?
The HGA course is an 18-hole, 6,017-yard, par-70 layout spread across 212 acres, featuring a floodlit driving range, pro shop, golf fitting shop, and training facilities. A modern clubhouse with dining, lounge, and open-deck areas is also available.
