PLEDIS Entertainment is the label behind SEVENTEEN, NU'EST, and fromis_9. Since being acquired by HYBE in 2020, it has been integrated into HYBE's global audition platform, and trainees are now scouted through HYBE's worldwide infrastructure.
✅ How to apply in 2026
PLEDIS doesn't run a separate recruitment site — applicants apply through HYBE's unified audition portal, bighitaudition.com. You can either specify PLEDIS as your preferred label or be assigned through a comprehensive evaluation.
PLEDIS's defining trait is artist-led production. SEVENTEEN pioneered the "self-producing idol" concept, with members writing lyrics, composing, and choreographing within the group — and PLEDIS's training system is built around cultivating that same capability.
🎯 What makes PLEDIS training distinct
PLEDIS looks beyond raw performance skill and evaluates musical ability as well. It's an especially favorable environment for applicants interested in songwriting, lyric-writing, or choreography.
Access to HYBE infrastructure
Since the HYBE acquisition, trainees get:
- Access to HYBE's state-of-the-art studio facilities
- Collaboration opportunities with HYBE's network of producers
- Fan-community access through Weverse
Emphasis on team synergy
SEVENTEEN's success as a 13-member group rests on strong chemistry among its members. PLEDIS judges weigh ensemble ability just as heavily as individual skill.
✅ Eligibility
Basic requirements
- Age: Follows HYBE's global audition standards (generally 15 and up)
- Gender: Primarily male applicants (boy-group track)
- Nationality: No restrictions
Skills that stand out
- Dance: Performance team track (choreography ability)
- Vocals: Vocal team track (pitch, expression)
- Rap: Hip-hop team track (flow, rhyming)
- Songwriting/composition experience: A strong plus
💡 Note on SEVENTEEN's unit structure
SEVENTEEN is made up of three units — vocal, hip-hop, and performance. PLEDIS scouts talent with this structure in mind, looking for specialized strengths in each area. Figure out which track matches your strengths and highlight it in your application.
❓ FAQ
Q: Can I apply directly to PLEDIS?
A: Since being acquired by HYBE, PLEDIS no longer has an independent recruitment channel — it uses HYBE's unified audition portal instead.
Q: Can applicants living outside Korea apply?
A: Yes. HYBE auditions are globally open, whether through overseas offline auditions (such as in India) or online video submissions.