ScoutOP is a well-known gamer, esports player, streamer, and content creator in India; his real name is Tanmay Singh. He gained significant recognition for his exceptional gameplay in PUBG Mobile and subsequently established a strong presence in the world of BGMI. Beyond gaming, he became immensely popular among the youth thanks to his live streaming and entertaining content, quickly amassing a large fan base.
After participating in numerous major esports tournaments, Scout did not limit himself to being just a professional gamer but also carved out an identity as a successful content creator. After participating as a contestant in ‘Bigg Boss 20’ in 2026, his popularity is rapidly extending far beyond the gaming community.
ScoutOP Bio/Wik
ScoutOP, whose real name is Tanmay Singh, was born on July 30, 1996, in Valsad, Gujarat, India. As of 2026, he is 30 years old. He grew up in Gujarat and developed an interest in gaming and sports at a young age. He completed his schooling up to the 12th grade and later pursued an engineering course. In his youth, he also played football and represented the Minerva Academy in Chandigarh.
A turning point in his life came when he suffered an ACL injury, which impacted his football career. During his recovery, he became more involved in gaming and gradually began to take it seriously. What started as a hobby eventually evolved into a professional career in esports and content creation.
Tanmay began his professional gaming journey around 2018 and adopted the name Scout, gaining recognition among Indian gaming fans. His PUBG Mobile gameplay, live streams, and entertaining content helped him build a massive online fan following.
ScoutOP Personal Information
| Full Name | Tanmay Singh |
| Known For | PUBG Mobile, BGMI and esports |
| Profession | Gamer, eSports Player, Streamer & Content Creator |
| Date of Birth | 30 July 1996 |
| Age | 30 Years (as of 2026) |
| Bithplace | Valsad, Gujarat, Indian |
| Hometown | Valsad, Gujarat, Indian |
| College | Not Known |
| Qualification | Class 12; later pursued engineering |
| Height | 5’5′ 165 cm) |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
| Hobbies | Travelling, Gaming |
| Net Worth | ₹15-20 Crore (Estimated) |
ScoutOP Family & Relationship
ScoutOP has always kept his personal life away from the limelight. His father is a businessman, while his mother, Sasmita Singh, is a homemaker. Scout has not shared much information about his family publicly, and his online presence has primarily focused on gaming and content creation.
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Kaashvi Hiranandani (rumoured) |
| Father | Name Not Known (Businessman) |
| Mother | Sasmita Singh (Homemaker) |
ScoutOP Career
ScoutOP began his professional esports career in 2018. His gaming alias, “Scout,” is derived from a weapon in the game ‘Counter-Strike 1.6’ that he favored while playing. After transitioning to PUBG Mobile, he gradually began to carve out a distinct identity for himself.
In 2018, Scout represented India alongside ‘TeamIND’ at the ‘PUBG Mobile Star Challenge (PMSC) Finals’ held in Thailand. This was one of his first major international esports tournaments, where his team finished in 16th place. During this period, he rapidly gained recognition within India’s PUBG Mobile gaming community.
Subsequently, Scout was part of several esports teams and played for organizations such as ‘Team SouL, Fnatic, and Orange Rock Esports’. In 2019, while with TeamIND, he secured second place in the ‘PUBG Mobile Club Open – Spring Split: India’. Later, while playing for Fnatic, he participated in numerous major tournaments and established a reputation through his gameplay.
In 2020, Scout joined ‘Orange Rock Esports’. That same year, his team finished second in the ‘PUBG Mobile World League 2020: East’, marking a significant achievement in his competitive career.
In 2021, ScoutOP rejoined ‘Team SouL’, though he later shifted his focus toward his own team and content creation. During this time, he became associated with ‘TeamXSpark’ and assumed the role of its owner. TeamXSpark participated in various gaming tournaments and secured third place in the ‘Battlegrounds Mobile India Series (BGIS)’ in 2023.
Alongside his esports career, Scout has also established himself as a content creator and live streamer. Apart from gaming content, he also shares ‘lifestyle and travel vlogs’ on YouTube. His online popularity grew, and he became one of the well-known faces of the Indian gaming community.
ScoutOP has also received several honors for his contributions to esports. He was recognized as the ‘Fan Favorite Esports Player of the Year’ in 2022′ and ‘Gamer of the Year’ in 2024. He was one of the first gamers to feature in the ‘official anthem for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023’.
In 2026, ScoutOP ventured beyond gaming into the world of television, joining ‘Bigg Boss 20’ as a contestant.
ScoutOP in Bigg Boss 20
In September 2026, ScoutOP entered the ‘Bigg Boss 20‘ house as a contestant. Having already established a name for himself in the gaming and streaming world, this marked a new television experience for Scout. His entry generated considerable excitement among his fans. Joining ScoutOP in the ‘Bigg Boss‘ house were personalities such as Qazi Tauqeer, Aasif Khan, Arishfa Khan, Kanika Mann, Mahhi Vij, Mary Kom, Isha Rekhi, Amrapali Dubey, Young DSA, and Love Gill.
During the grand premiere of ‘Bigg Boss 20’, Salman Khan asked Scout about his earnings. ScoutOP revealed that he earns approximately ₹30 lakh per month. This revelation garnered significant attention on social media and among the show’s audience. Meanwhile, famous digital creators like Elvish Yadav, Abhishek Malhan, and CarryMinati also extended their best wishes for his journey on ‘Bigg Boss’.
ScoutOP Social Media Accounts
| @scoutop | |
| Threads | @scoutop |
| YouTube | @officialscoutop |
ScoutOP Interesting Facts
- His real name is Tanmay Singh.
- He started gaming as a hobby before turning it into a profession.
- Before focusing on gaming, he wanted to pursue a career in football.
- He played football at the Minerva Academy in Chandigarh.
- An ACL injury played a pivotal role in shifting the direction of his career towards gaming.
- He began his professional esports journey in 2018.
- He has represented teams such as TeamIND, Team SouL, Fnatic, and Orange Rock.
- His online alias, ‘Scout’, was inspired by the ‘Scout’ weapon from the game ‘Counter-Strike’.
- He is also known for his gaming streams, vlogs, and lifestyle content.
- Scout has over 4 million followers on Instagram and more than 5 million subscribers on YouTube.
- ScoutOp is one of those gaming personalities who have successfully transitioned from esports to the world of mainstream entertainment.
- He loves animals and frequently shares photos of his pet Labrador, Luffy, on his social media accounts.
- In 2026, he participated as a contestant in the reality show ‘Bigg Boss 20’.
