ICC International FIDE Rapid Rating Chess Tournament 2026 – Coimbatore
The ICC International FIDE Rapid Rating Chess Tournament 2026 is set to be one of the most exciting chess events in South India. Organized by the Indian Chess Consortium and powered by Coimbatore District Chess Association, this tournament promises intense competition, attractive cash prizes, and FIDE-rated opportunities for players of all levels.
📅 Tournament Overview
- Event Date: 26th April 2026
- Tournament Type: FIDE Rapid Rating
- Time Control: 15 minutes + 3 seconds increment
- Total Prize Pool: ₹3,00,000
- Total Prizes: 210
- Cash Awards: 107
- Trophies: 103
- Entry Fees : 1,500/-
📍 Venue Details
- Venue: Sri Venkatalakshmi Kalyana Mandapam
- Location: Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
- Nearby Access:
- 8 km from Coimbatore Railway Station
- 7 km from Bus Stand
🏅 Prize Details
💰 Top Cash Prizes
| Rank | Prize Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| 1st | 25,000 |
| 2nd | 20,000 |
| 3rd | 15,000 |
| 4th | 12,000 |
| 5th | 10,000 |
| 6th – 10th | 8,000 – 3,000 |
| 11th – 25th | 2,500 – 1,500 |
| 26th – 30th | 1,500 |
Additional prizes range from ₹1500 to ₹8000 across multiple ranks.
🎯 Rating Category Prizes
♟️ 1400 – 1500 Rating / ♟️ 1501 – 1600 Rating / ♟️ 1600 – 1700 Rating / ♟️ Unrated
| Rank | Prize Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| 1st | 4,000 + Trophy |
| 2nd | 3,000 |
| 3rd | 2,500 |
| 4th | 2,000 |
| 5th | 1,500 |
| 6th – 10th | 1,500 |
♟️ Coimbatore Players Special
- Exclusive prizes for local participants
👶 Special Category Awards
🧓 Veteran Players (Above 55 years)
- 1st – ₹2500
- 2nd – ₹2000
- 3rd – ₹1500
👧 Girls / Women Category
- Attractive cash prizes + trophies
🎖️ Age Categories
- Under 8, Under 10, Under 12, Under 16
- Cash prizes + trophies for top performers
🧠 Tournament Format
- Total Rounds: 9 Rounds (Swiss System)
| Event | Time |
|---|---|
| Inauguration | 09:00 AM |
| Round 1 | 09:30 AM |
| Round 2 | 10:30 AM |
| Round 3 | 11:30 AM |
| Round 4 | 01:00 PM |
| Round 5 | 02:00 PM |
| Round 6 | 03:00 PM |
| Round 7 | 04:00 PM |
| Round 8 | 05:00 PM |
| Round 9 | 06:00 PM |
| Prize Distribution | 07:00 PM |
📝 Registration Details
💻 Online Registration (Recommended)
- Available via official chess portals
♟️ Chess Events in India
India has become a global hub for competitive chess, hosting numerous FIDE-rated chess events and open tournaments throughout the year. From national-level championships to district-level competitions, chess events in India attract players of all skill levels. Cities like Chennai, Mumbai, and Delhi regularly host prestigious tournaments.
Whether you are a beginner or a professional, participating in chess tournaments in India helps improve your rating, gain exposure, and compete with top players.
These chess events in Tamil Nadu are well-organized and follow official regulations, making them ideal for rating improvement. Keep the website to track of chess results in India is essential for players and enthusiasts.
Results may be available above or from the organizer.
Sri Venkatalakshmi Kalyana Mandapam Trichy Road, Singanallur, Coimbatore - 641005