The 2026 Indiana State football schedule features 12 games, including 6 home dates at Memorial Stadium in Terre Haute, Indiana, plus 8 Missouri Valley Football Conference matchups. The Sycamores open the season at home against SEMO on Aug 29 and close the regular season on the road at South Dakota State on Nov 21. Kickoff times and TV assignments are confirmed closer to each game, and most MVFC matchups stream on ESPN+.
2026 Indiana State Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Time | TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 29 | vs SEMO | 6:00 PM | TBA |
| Sep 4 | at Purdue | 7:00 PM | BTN |
| Sep 12 | at Eastern Illinois | 7:00 PM | TBA |
| Sep 19 | vs Valparaiso | 1:00 PM | TBA |
| Sep 26 | vs North Dakota (MVFC) | 1:00 PM | TBA |
| Oct 3 | at South Dakota (MVFC) | 4:00 PM | TBA |
| Oct 10 | vs Youngstown State (MVFC) | 1:00 PM | TBA |
| Oct 24 | at Illinois State (MVFC) | 4:00 PM | TBA |
| Oct 31 | at Northern Iowa (MVFC) | 2:00 PM | TBA |
| Nov 7 | vs Southern Illinois (MVFC) | 6:00 PM | TBA |
| Nov 14 | vs Murray State (MVFC) | 1:00 PM | TBA |
| Nov 21 | at South Dakota State (MVFC) | 3:00 PM | TBA |
Times are local and subject to change. Bold entries are confirmed opponents; kickoff times and TV assignments fill in closer to each game. MVFC marks Missouri Valley Football Conference games, most of which stream on ESPN+.
More 2026 FCS Resources
- 2026 FCS Football Schedule Hub
- 2026 MVFC Football Schedule and Standings Tracker
- 2026 FCS Playoff Bracket (printable)
2026 Indiana State Football FAQ
How many home games does Indiana State have in 2026?
Indiana State has 6 home games on the 2026 schedule, all played at Memorial Stadium in Terre Haute, Indiana.
Who does Indiana State open the 2026 season against?
Indiana State opens the 2026 season at home against SEMO on Aug 29.
What conference is Indiana State in for 2026?
Indiana State plays in the Missouri Valley Football Conference (MVFC), one of the strongest leagues in the FCS, with 8 conference games on the 2026 schedule.
Can Indiana State make the 2026 FCS playoffs?
Yes. The MVFC champion earns an automatic bid into the 24-team FCS playoff, and the conference regularly places multiple teams in the bracket as at-large selections.
Is there a printable Indiana State schedule?
Yes. A free printable Indiana State schedule PDF is available at the top of this page, with every 2026 opponent, date, and kickoff in one sheet.
