Regulation
Pokémon Champions Current Regulation Set
The current Pokémon Champions regulation is Regulation Set M-A. It is scheduled from April 8, 2026 at 02:00 UTC to June 17, 2026 at 01:59 UTC. This means Regulation M-A covers both Season M-1 and Season M-2, even though the ranked season changes on May 13.
Regulations are different from ranked seasons. A ranked season determines ladder progress, final placement, rank, and rewards. A regulation set controls the battle rules: which Pokémon are eligible, what mechanics are active, and which battle parameters apply. The official gameplay page explains that new Ranked Battle regulations are set every few seasons to change competition rules and eligible Pokémon.
What are the current Regulation Set M-A rules?
Regulation Set M-A is the launch ranked ruleset for Pokémon Champions. The official regulation notice says only eligible Pokémon listed for the regulation may participate. It also confirms that certain Pokémon can Mega Evolve if they are holding a Mega Stone, and Mega Evolution can be used one time per battle.
When does Regulation M-A end?
Regulation M-A ends on June 17, 2026 at 01:59 UTC. That is the same timestamp as the known end of Season M-2. If a new regulation is announced, it should affect which Pokémon and mechanics are legal, while the ranked season timer continues tracking the next ladder reset.
How to use regulation dates
Use regulation dates for teambuilding and eligibility checks. Use season dates for ranked ladder deadlines, Battle Pass progress, and rewards. If your team is legal under Regulation M-A, it remains relevant across the known M-A window unless an official notice changes the eligible roster or battle mechanics.