19th G H Raisoni Memorial International Open FIDE Rating Chess Tournament 2026
🏆 19th G H Raisoni Memorial International Open FIDE Rating Chess Tournament 2026
♟️ Overview
The 19th G H Raisoni Memorial International Open FIDE Rating Chess Tournament is set to be one of the biggest chess events in Maharashtra, attracting top-rated players, emerging talents, and chess enthusiasts from across India and beyond.
Organized by:
G H Raisoni Sports & Cultural Foundation
Kalpana Prakash Welfare Foundation
📍 Venue
G H Raisoni Institute of Engineering & Technology
Shraddha Park, Wadi – Hingna Link Road, MIDC, Nagpur
📅 Tournament Dates
7th June 2026 to 12th June 2026
🕒 Tournament Schedule
| Date | Event | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 7th June 2026 | Arrival | 09:00 AM |
| 7th June 2026 | Inauguration Ceremony | 10:00 AM |
| 7th June 2026 | Players Meet | 10:00 AM |
| 7th June 2026 | 1st Round | 10:30 AM |
| Final Day | Prize Distribution | 03:30 PM |
📌 Note: Detailed round schedule will be announced during the players meet.
♟️ Tournament Format
- System of Play: FIDE Swiss System
- Total Rounds: 11
- Time Control:
- 90 Minutes + 30 seconds increment per move
- Rules: As per latest FIDE regulations
💰 Entry Fee
- All Players: ₹3000
🏆 Prize Structure (Top 20 Players)
| Rank | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st Prize | ₹41,000 |
| 2nd Prize | ₹30,000 |
| 3rd Prize | ₹25,000 |
| 4th Prize | ₹20,000 |
| 5th Prize | ₹15,000 |
| 6th Prize | ₹10,000 |
| 7th Prize | ₹8,000 |
| 8th Prize | ₹7,000 |
| 9th Prize | ₹6,000 |
| 10th Prize | ₹5,400 |
| 11th Prize | ₹5,000 |
| 12th Prize | ₹4,800 |
| 13th Prize | ₹4,600 |
| 14th Prize | ₹4,400 |
| 15th Prize | ₹4,200 |
| 16th Prize | ₹4,000 |
| 17th Prize | ₹3,800 |
| 18th Prize | ₹3,700 |
| 19th Prize | ₹3,600 |
| 20th Prize | ₹3,500 |
🎖️ Category Prizes
🔹 Rating 1800 – 1601
| Rank | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st | ₹8,000 |
| 2nd | ₹6,000 |
| 3rd | ₹5,000 |
| 4th | ₹3,500 |
| 5th | ₹3,000 |
🔹 Rating 1600 – 1400
| Rank | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st | ₹8,000 |
| 2nd | ₹6,000 |
| 3rd | ₹5,000 |
| 4th | ₹3,500 |
| 5th | ₹3,000 |
🔹 Unrated Players
| Rank | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st | ₹8,000 |
| 2nd | ₹6,000 |
| 3rd | ₹5,000 |
| 4th | ₹3,500 |
| 5th | ₹3,000 |
🏅 Special Awards
| Category | Prize |
|---|---|
| Best Veteran (55+) | ₹3,000 / ₹2,500 / ₹2,000 |
| Best Nagpur Player | ₹5,000 |
| Best Female (18+) | ₹3,000 |
🏆 Trophies
Top 10 Boys & Girls in each category:
- U-7, U-9, U-11, U-13, U-15
- U-19, U-20 to 54
- Veteran (55+)
- Specially Abled Players
👥 Organizing Committee
- Mr. Girish Vyas (Ex MLC) – Organizing Chairman
- Mr. Bhushan Shriwas – Organizing Secretary
- Mr. Satchidanand Soman – Committee Member
- Mr. (IA) Ajikya Pingale – Chief Arbiter (Technical) | 📞 9930409789
- Mr. Sagar Sakhare – Registration Support | 📞 7875712182
- Mr. (IA) Shiva Iyer – Emergency Support | 📞 9172323094
- Mr. Prayas Ambade – Accommodation | 📞 8180874058
- Mr. Amit Tembhurne – Registration Support | 📞 9518565849
🚀 Why Participate?
- FIDE Rated Tournament
- Attractive Prize Pool
- National & International Players
- Professional Tournament Setup
- One of the largest chess tournaments in Central India
Registration details not available. Please contact the organizer.
📞 Mr. (IA) Ajikya Pingale – Chief Arbiter (Technical) | 📞 9930409789 Mr. Sagar Sakhare – Registration Support | 📞 7875712182 Mr. (IA) Shiva Iyer – Emergency Support | 📞 9172323094 Mr. Prayas Ambade – Accommodation | 📞 8180874058 Mr. Amit Tembhurne – Registration Support | 📞 9518565849
G H Raisoni Institute of Engineering & Technology Shraddha Park, Wadi – Hingna Link Road, MIDC, Nagpur