1st International Rapid FIDE Rated Open Chess Tournament 2026 – Chennai | ₹3 Lakh Prize Money

Get ready for one of the biggest chess events of the year!

Eight Square Chess Academy, affiliated with the Chennai District Chess Association, proudly presents the 1st International Rapid FIDE Rated Open Chess Tournament 2026.

This prestigious championship invites players from all levels to compete, showcase their talent, and experience world-class tournament standards.

📅 Date: 11th January 2026
📍 Venue: Hall of Chess, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai
💰 Entry Fee: ₹1,500

This FIDE-rated tournament offers an excellent platform for players to test their skills, gain rating points, and experience top-level rapid play under professional conditions.

♟️ Category

OPEN

♟️ Tournament Format

• Type: Rapid FIDE Rated Open Tournament
• Total Rounds: 9 Rounds (Swiss format)
• Default Time:
  • 10 minutes
  • Players must be seated at the board within 10 minutes of the round start.

Prizes :-
Total Prize Amount – Rs. 3,00,000/-
The cash prizes will be awarded to top 10 players in RATING category of
> Unrated (1st 10000/- + Smart Tv + Trophy)
> 1400-1500, (1st 10000/- + Smart Tv + Trophy)
> 1501-1600, (1st 10000/- + Smart Tv + Trophy)
> 1601-1700, ( 1st 10000/- + Smart Tv + Trophy)

Time Control : 10 Mins each + 5 Sec increment from move 1

Prizes

Last Date for Registraiton :-.
Entries close at 09 JAN 2026 –
RAPID: ₹1,500/-

Tournament Schedule :-

For Further Details Contact:

MR. NANDHAKUMAR V
9952952491

MS. SIVARANJANI S
7397532348/9150442252
Mail id: chessacademy32@gmail.com

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