Türkiye Esports Federation

The Türkiye Esports Federation (TESFED) was founded in April 2018 under the Ministry of Youth and Sports, with Mr. Alper Afşin Özdemir as its founding President. The federation is based in Ankara.

Esports is officially recognized as a sports discipline by the Ministry. Licensed players are recognized as athletes, and the ecosystem includes official clubs, leagues and tournaments. TESFED is one of Türkiye's official sports federations and the national governing body for esports.

TESFED's mission is to build and regulate a sustainable esports ecosystem across Türkiye, support athletes and clubs, and represent the country in international competitions. Its vision is to develop an inclusive and thriving ecosystem that serves athletes, clubs, audiences and investors alike.

TESFED is a member of the International Esports Federation (IESF) and a founding member of the European Esports Federation (EEF). Its President, Alper Afşin Özdemir, serves on the EEF Board.

As of 2026, TESFED has registered a total of 136,111 athletes across all seasons, including 58,021 female and 78,090 male athletes.