2026 K-Pop Audition Calendar
Complete Success & Eligibility Hub
Find open auditions by age, category, and agency. Check eligibility, audition video rules, and city tour dates for YG, HYBE, JYP, SM, and more.
Do you dream of becoming a K-Pop idol? 2026 brings even more exciting opportunities with major agencies like YG, HYBE, JYP, SM, Source Music, KOZ, and WAKEONE. Use our interactive tool below to filter by your birth year, search specific agencies, and access official application pages directly.
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HYBE Labels
2026 BIGHIT MUSIC Global Audition
Offline auditions run Oct 3 – Dec 5 across 15 regions worldwide, with walk-in registration on the day — no pre-application needed. Six confirmed so far: Los Angeles, Vancouver, Toronto, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Singapore. The remaining nine regions and the per-city dates have not been published yet, so check the official site before travelling. 🎤🌏
HYBE × Geffen Records
Global Girl Group Audition
The HYBE x Geffen Global Girl Group Audition closed on August 31, 2026. Treat clones or reposted application pages cautiously and use official HYBE/Geffen channels for any future reopenings. 🎤🌎
JYP Entertainment
JYP Online Audition + Center Audition Notices
JYP Entertainment's official online audition is continuously open, inviting aspiring talents to submit their applications via their revamped website! 🌟🎤
SM Entertainment
SM Weekly Audition + 2026 Global Audition Archive
The 2026 Global Audition tours 21 regions — six in Korea, then Bangkok, four cities in Japan, six in China, Los Angeles and New Jersey, and Sydney and Brisbane. US and Australia applications opened March 23. Which cities fall in October has not been published, and Korean stops closed pre-registration three days before each date, so check the official notice early. ✨🌍
YG Entertainment
2026 YG Global Audition
The tour moves to the United States, Taiwan and Hong Kong in October, then Thailand and Canada in November and Australia and New Zealand in December. Per-city dates are announced on the official site only, so confirm before booking travel. Unlike the BIGHIT audition, YG accepts applicants of any gender. 🖤💖
HYBE Labels
Source Music
2026 Summer Audition (Korea Tour)
Source Music's official page still lists Korea tour dates in September and October, but the pre-registration window ended on August 23 and there is no on-site registration. Check the official page and applicant email notices before traveling. 🌊🎤
HYBE Labels — NEW!
Source Music
2026 Global Boy Audition
Source Music's general audition is open to all genders, but no dedicated boy group audition has been announced as of October 2026. Male applicants aiming at HYBE labels can look at the BIGHIT MUSIC global audition running Oct 3 – Dec 5 instead. 👀
Apply on Official Site
ADOR
2026 ADOR Audition
ADOR's official audition page currently accepts male applicants born in 2007 or later. Prepare the required photo and at least one one-minute video; only applicants who pass screening are contacted. 🚀🎶
HYBE Labels
BELIFT LAB
Boy Group Audition "ON THE WAY"
BELIFT LAB is actively seeking male talents born between 2007 and 2014 for their next boy group through ongoing online auditions! Don't miss your chance to be the next K-Pop sensation. 🚀🕺
HYBE Labels
PLEDIS Entertainment
Wonder Teens Global Audition
PLEDIS Entertainment is continuously accepting online applications for its "PLEDIS ONLINE AUDITION," welcoming aspiring artists born in or after 2008 across various talent categories! 🎶✨
HYBE Labels
KOZ Entertainment
Online Audition
KOZ Entertainment is always on the lookout for new talent with its ongoing online daily auditions, welcoming aspiring vocalists, rappers, dancers, and producers! 🌟🎧
CUBE Entertainment
Online Audition + Global Tour
Cube Entertainment accepts ongoing online applications for vocal, dance, rap, acting, and visual categories, seeking the next global stars! 🎶✨
WAKEONE Entertainment
Global Audition
WAKEONE has an ongoing online audition for global talent, plus a unique "Fit Check Audition" running until September 27, 2026, for those born 2007-2015! 👗🕺
2026 Key Audition Highlights
BIGHIT MUSIC runs offline auditions Oct 3 – Dec 5 across 15 regions with same-day walk-in registration; confirmed stops so far are Los Angeles, Vancouver, Toronto, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Singapore.
BIGHIT MUSIC online applications are open Sep 14 – Dec 5 for male applicants born in 2008 or later, any nationality, with no category restriction.
YG Entertainment's 2026 Global Audition reaches the United States, Taiwan and Hong Kong in October, then Thailand and Canada in November and Australia and New Zealand in December.
YG accepts applicants born 2008–2015 regardless of gender, making it the main October route for female applicants.
JYP's online audition stays open year-round with no age, gender or nationality restriction across vocal, dance, rap, acting and model categories.
SM's 2026 Global Audition tours 21 regions and accepts applicants born 2007–2015; which cities fall in October has not been published yet.
Per-city dates for the October stops have not been released by BIGHIT, YG or SM — confirm on each official site before booking travel.
How to Prepare & Submit Your Audition Video
Prepare Photos (Front & Profile)
Take 3 clear, unedited, un-filtered photos: close-up front view, side profile, and full body shot. Ensure natural lighting without heavy makeup or beauty filters.
Record Performance Video
Record 1–2 minutes of vocal/rap or dance performance in landscape mode. Ensure your face and body are clearly visible and audio is clean without heavy reverb.
Record Brief Self-Introduction
Introduce yourself in 30 seconds: state your name, age, height, country, and why you want to become a K-Pop idol.
Submit via Official Agency Portal
Upload video links (unlisted YouTube or direct file attachment) to the agency official application portal and submit accurately.
Official Sources Verified
YG official report
2026 YG Global Audition: July–December schedule, October stops in the US, Taiwan and Hong Kong, born 2008–2015.
BIGHIT MUSIC official audition
Online Sep 14 – Dec 5; offline Oct 3 – Dec 5 across 15 regions with same-day walk-in registration. Male applicants born 2008 or later.
JYP official audition list
Online audition ongoing; 2026 China audition ended Jul 22; THE HEAT ended May 31.
HYBE × Geffen official audition check
Global Girl Group Audition listed as ended August 31, 2026; portal unreachable during September 16 verification.
Source Music official daily audition
Official page active; Korea tour dates remain listed, but pre-registration ended August 23 and on-site registration is unavailable.
ADOR official audition
Open to male applicants born in 2007 or later; requires photo and at least one one-minute video.
KOZ official audition
Vocal, rap, dance, and producing categories with camera/no-filter guidance.
WAKEONE official audition
Ongoing email applications, eligibility, categories, and video length.
6 Core Success Tips for K-Pop Applicants
Tell Your Story
Be specific with your name, age, physical stats, talents, and personality. Show your passion and personal story sincerely — it makes a real impact.
Singing & Dancing
Choose two contrasting songs and highlight your vocal range. For dancing, emphasize both precision and originality. Bring your MR (instrumental) files.
Photos & Videos
Submit front, side, and full-body shots showing your natural look. Prepare 2–3 performance clips plus a self-introduction video with good lighting and clear audio.
Interviews & Q&A
Practice answering questions about your dreams, goals, and role models. Prepare for practical questions about life in Korea or balancing school with training.
Mentality & Attitude
Auditions aren't just about talent. Show persistence, positivity, and flexibility. Don't fear rejection — keep going until you make it.
Apply to Multiple Agencies
Applying to multiple agencies simultaneously is completely allowed and common practice. There's no exclusivity before signing a trainee contract.
K-Pop Audition Guides & Related Articles
K-Pop Girl Group Auditions 2026: Who Actually Accepts Female Applicants
BIGHIT is male-only and HYBE × Geffen closed August 31. Where women can still apply: YG, JYP, SM.
YG Official2026 YG Global Audition Official Guide: Tour Schedule & Passing Tips
October stops in the US, Taiwan and Hong Kong, born 2008–2015, any gender, and evaluation criteria.
HYBE Labels2026 HYBE Labels Audition Guide: Big Hit, Source, KOZ & Geffen
Multi-label audition portals, age limits, and official video submission rules.
Video TipsHow to Record a Passing K-Pop Audition Video & Song Recommendations
Camera framing, lighting rules, non-filter checklist, and female/male song lists.
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How to spot fake Instagram casting DMs, zero-fee rule, and official portal directory.
Foreigners GuideK-Pop Auditions for Foreigners 2026: Complete International Guide
Nationality rules, E-6 visa requirements, Korean language tips, and remote video specs.
Age LimitsK-Pop Audition Age Limits 2026: Official Agency Breakdown
Birth year limits for YG, HYBE, JYP, SM, Source Music, KOZ, and advice for older applicants.
Complete Guide2026 K-Pop Audition Guide: How to Pass HYBE, JYP, SM & More
Eligibility tables, preparation strategies, and the latest ADOR & JYP audition schedules.
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