Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Hyderabad Esports Athletes Show Strong Career Confidence
A survey in Hyderabad found that many esports players see it as a good career choice.
Most think they can make money from it and have thought about becoming professional players.
They also see other jobs in esports, like streaming or coaching, as good options.
However, they need more support from the government and schools.
Many players watch esports tournaments often and think it's as real a sport as physical ones.
The survey shows that esports is becoming more accepted and seen as a serious career path.
84% of daily esports players in Hyderabad view esports as a financially viable career option.
79% of respondents have considered pursuing esports professionally.
48% are interested in streaming or content creation, while 42% see opportunities in team management or event organisation.
88% of players emphasize the need for government recognition, regulation, and access to physical infrastructure.
60% of daily players view esports on par with physical sports and mental disciplines like chess.
- Who
- Esports players in Hyderabad
- What
- Survey on career confidence and perceptions of esports
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Hyderabad, India
- Why
- To understand the viability and acceptance of esports as a career
- Survey Conducted By
- JetSynthesys x YouGov
- Percentage Viewing Esports as Viable Career
- 84%
- Percentage Considering Professional Pursuit
- 79%
- Percentage Interested in Streaming/Content Creation
- 48%
- Percentage Interested in Team Management/Event Organisation
- 42%
- Percentage Viewing Esports as a Sport
- 60%
- Percentage Identifying as Athletes
- 52%
- Percentage Watching Tournaments Monthly
- 92%