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PICA's All India Open FIDE Rating Below 1800 Chess Tournament 2026

📍 Sri Chaitanya Future Pathways Global School, Miyapur, Hyderabad, Tamil Nadu, India
PICA's All India Open FIDE Rating Below 1800 Chess Tournament 2026
🟢 Event Start Date
11 Sep 2026
Friday
⬛ Event End Date
13 Sep 2026
3 days
⏰ Last Registration Date
09 Sep 2026
Wednesday
♟ Tournament Information
CategoryFIDE-Classic
Time Control45 mins + 30 seconds
Duration3 days
StateTamil Nadu
Entry Fee₹3,300
OrganizerAll India Chess Federation (AICF) and Telangana State Chess Association (TSCA)
ContactTournament Organizer Pratyusha Bodda – 7330741123 Registration Raviteja – 9440202728 Queries 8639799535 Queries Praveen – 9381538916 Queries Balraj – 9985955459 Accommodation Mr. Santosh – 9642224292
🏆 Prize Distribution
💵 Cash Prize 🏆 Awards 🎁 Gifts
📋 About This Tournament

PICA’s All India Open FIDE Rating Below 1800 Chess Tournament 2026

Looking for one of the biggest FIDE Rated Chess Tournaments in Telangana? Pratyusha Chess Academy (PICA), under the aegis of the All India Chess Federation (AICF) and Telangana State Chess Association (TSCA), proudly presents the PICA’s All India Open FIDE Rating Below 1800 Chess Tournament 2026.

The tournament will be conducted from 11th September to 13th September 2026 at the prestigious Sri Chaitanya Future Pathways Global School, Miyapur, Hyderabad. With a massive ₹6,60,000 prize fund, 125+ prizes, daily lucky draw gold coins, and participation from players across India, this event promises to be one of Telangana’s premier chess competitions.

Whether you are a rated player, an unrated chess enthusiast, or an aspiring young talent, this tournament offers an excellent opportunity to gain FIDE rating experience, compete against strong players, and win attractive cash prizes.

Tournament Highlights

ParticularDetails
Tournament NamePICA’s All India Open FIDE Rating Below 1800 Chess Tournament 2026
Tournament TypeFIDE Rated Open Chess Tournament
Event Code485293/TG/2026
OrganizerPratyusha Chess Academy (PICA)
Under the Aegis OfAll India Chess Federation (AICF) & Telangana State Chess Association (TSCA)
Tournament Dates11th – 13th September 2026
Total Prize Fund₹6,60,000
Total Prizes125+
VenueSri Chaitanya Future Pathways Global School
CityMiyapur, Hyderabad
StateTelangana
CountryIndia

Why Participate?

This championship is one of the highest prize fund Below 1800 FIDE Rated Chess Tournaments in Telangana. The event provides players with:

  • FIDE Rated Games
  • Attractive Cash Prizes
  • 125+ Awards
  • Trophy & Medal Winners
  • Rating Category Prizes
  • Age Category Prizes
  • Best Female Awards
  • Veteran Awards
  • PICA Special Awards
  • Daily Lucky Draw Gold Coins
  • International Arbiters
  • Excellent Playing Venue

Event Information

InformationDetails
Tournament FormatSwiss League
Number of Rounds9
Time Control45 Minutes + 30 Seconds Increment
Default Time30 Minutes
Chess SoftwareSwiss Manager
Chess RulesLatest FIDE Laws of Chess

Tournament Schedule

DateRoundTime
11 September 2026Round 109:30 AM
11 September 2026Round 201:00 PM
11 September 2026Round 304:00 PM
12 September 2026Round 409:30 AM
12 September 2026Round 501:00 PM
12 September 2026Round 604:00 PM
13 September 2026Round 708:30 AM
13 September 2026Round 812:00 PM
13 September 2026Round 903:00 PM
13 September 2026Prize Distribution06:00 PM

Venue Details

ParticularInformation
VenueSri Chaitanya Future Pathways Global School
LocationMiyapur
DistrictHyderabad
StateTelangana
PIN Code500049
Venue Rating4.6 Stars
ParkingAvailable
Nearby MetroMiyapur
Google MapAvailable in Official Brochure

Eligibility Criteria

CategoryEligibility
Indian PlayersRated & Unrated Players
Foreign PlayersValid FIDE ID Required
ProfessionalsEligible
Amateur PlayersEligible
Age LimitNo Age Restriction

Tournament Rules

RuleDetails
Playing SystemSwiss League
Number of Rounds9
Time Control45+30
Default Time30 Minutes
Electronic DevicesNot Allowed
Mobile PhonesStrictly Prohibited
Appeals CommitteeFive Members
Protest Fee₹3,000
Tie BreakBuchholz Cut-1, Buchholz, Sonneborn-Berger, Direct Encounter, Number of Wins, Black Wins

Entry Fee Structure

Registration PeriodEntry Fee
Early Bird₹2,000
06 July – 20 July₹2,500
From 21 July₹3,300
Late Entry (Till 10 Sept)₹3,800 (Including ₹500 Late Fee)
GMs / IMs / WGMs / WIMsFREE

Main Prize List (Overall Winners)

RankPrize
1st₹1,11,111 + Trophy + Medal
2nd₹66,666 + Trophy + Medal
3rd₹30,000 + Trophy + Medal
4th₹20,000 + Trophy + Medal
5th₹10,000 + Trophy + Medal
6th₹8,223 + Trophy + Medal
7th₹7,000 + Trophy + Medal
8th₹6,000 + Trophy + Medal
9th₹5,500 + Trophy + Medal
10th₹5,000 + Trophy + Medal
11th₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
12th₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
13th₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
14th₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
15th₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
16th₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
17th₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
18th₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
19th₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
20th₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal

Best Female Prize

PositionPrize
1st₹5,500 + Trophy + Medal
2nd₹5,000 + Trophy + Medal
3rd₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
4th–10thTrophy + Medal

Best Veteran Prize (60 Years & Above)

PositionPrize
1st₹5,500 + Trophy + Medal
2nd₹5,000 + Trophy + Medal
3rd₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
4th–10thTrophy + Medal

Best PICA Player Prize

PositionPrize
1st₹6,500 + Trophy + Medal
2nd₹6,000 + Trophy + Medal
3rd₹5,500 + Trophy + Medal
4th₹5,000 + Trophy + Medal
5th₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
6th–10thTrophy + Medal

Age Category Prize Structure

Under-06

PositionPrize
1st₹5,500 + Trophy + Medal
2nd₹5,000 + Trophy + Medal
3rd₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
4th–10thTrophy + Medal

Under-07

PositionPrize
1st₹5,500 + Trophy + Medal
2nd₹5,000 + Trophy + Medal
3rd₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
4th–10thTrophy + Medal

Under-11

PositionPrize
1st₹5,500 + Trophy + Medal
2nd₹5,000 + Trophy + Medal
3rd₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
4th–10thTrophy + Medal

Under-13

PositionPrize
1st₹5,500 + Trophy + Medal
2nd₹5,000 + Trophy + Medal
3rd₹4,500 + Trophy + Medal
4th–10thTrophy + Medal

Rating Category Prize Structure

Rating 1400–1500

RankPrize
1st₹20,000 + Trophy + Medal
2nd₹15,000 + Trophy + Medal
3rd₹10,000 + Trophy + Medal
4th₹7,000 + Trophy + Medal
5th₹5,000 + Trophy + Medal

Rating 1501–1600

RankPrize
1st₹20,000 + Trophy + Medal
2nd₹15,000 + Trophy + Medal
3rd₹10,000 + Trophy + Medal
4th₹7,000 + Trophy + Medal
5th₹5,000 + Trophy + Medal

Rating 1601–1700

RankPrize
1st₹20,000 + Trophy + Medal
2nd₹15,000 + Trophy + Medal
3rd₹10,000 + Trophy + Medal
4th₹7,000 + Trophy + Medal
5th₹5,000 + Trophy + Medal

Unrated Players

RankPrize
1st₹20,000 + Trophy + Medal
2nd₹15,000 + Trophy + Medal
3rd₹10,000 + Trophy + Medal
4th₹7,000 + Trophy + Medal
5th₹5,000 + Trophy + Medal

Important Dates

EventDate
Registration OpensJune 2026
Early Bird Ends05 July 2026
Regular Registration06 July – 08 September 2026
Last Date08 September 2026
Late RegistrationUntil 10 September 2026
Tournament Starts11 September 2026
Tournament Ends13 September 2026

Registration Process

  1. Complete your AICF Registration (2026–27).
  2. Pay the tournament entry fee.
  3. Share your payment screenshot.
  4. Submit player details.
  5. Receive tournament confirmation from the organizers.

Payment Details

ParticularInformation
Account NamePratyusha Chess Academy
BankHDFC Bank
Account Number50200117920901
IFSC CodeHDFC0005424
Account TypeCurrent Account
UPIPhonePe / Google Pay / Paytm Accepted

Accommodation

The organizers provide FREE accommodation on a double-sharing basis for:

  • Grandmasters (GM)
  • International Masters (IM)
  • Women Grandmasters (WGM)
  • Women International Masters (WIM)

Hotel assistance is also available for other participants upon request.

Chief Arbiter

PositionName
Chief ArbiterIA R. Chandramouli
Deputy Chief ArbiterIA R. Sriram

Contact Information

PurposeContact
Tournament OrganizerPratyusha Bodda – 7330741123
RegistrationRaviteja – 9440202728
Queries8639799535
QueriesPraveen – 9381538916
QueriesBalraj – 9985955459
AccommodationMr. Santosh – 9642224292

Frequently Asked Questions (SEO FAQ)

1. What is the PICA All India Open FIDE Rating Below 1800 Chess Tournament 2026?

The PICA All India Open FIDE Rating Below 1800 Chess Tournament 2026 is a nationally rated FIDE chess tournament organised by Pratyusha Chess Academy (PICA) under the aegis of the All India Chess Federation (AICF) and Telangana State Chess Association (TSCA). The event will be held from 11–13 September 2026 in Hyderabad, Telangana.

2. Who can participate?

Players with a FIDE rating below 1800, as well as eligible unrated players, can participate. Indian players require a valid AICF registration, while foreign players must have a valid FIDE ID.

3. Where is the tournament conducted?

Sri Chaitanya Future Pathways Global School

Miyapur, Hyderabad

Telangana – 500049

4. What is the total prize fund?

The tournament offers an impressive prize fund of ₹6,60,000 with 125+ prizes, including overall prizes, rating category prizes, age category prizes, women’s prizes, veteran prizes, and special PICA awards.

5. How many rounds are played?

The tournament consists of 9 Swiss rounds following the latest FIDE Laws of Chess.

6. What is the time control?

Each player receives 45 minutes plus 30 seconds increment from move one.

7. Is AICF registration compulsory?

Yes.

Every Indian participant must possess a valid AICF registration for the current playing year.

8. Can unrated players participate?

Yes.

Eligible unrated players are welcome to participate and compete for the Unrated Category prizes.

9. Are there age restrictions?

No.

Players of all age groups can participate.

10. Are accommodation facilities available?

Yes.

Accommodation assistance is available. Grandmasters (GM), International Masters (IM), Women Grandmasters (WGM), and Women International Masters (WIM) receive complimentary accommodation on a double-sharing basis, subject to the organiser’s conditions.

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Online payment is not available for this event. Contact the organizer to register:

📞 Tournament Organizer Pratyusha Bodda – 7330741123 Registration Raviteja – 9440202728 Queries 8639799535 Queries Praveen – 9381538916 Queries Balraj – 9985955459 Accommodation Mr. Santosh – 9642224292

All India Chess Federation (AICF) and Telangana State Chess Association (TSCA)

📍 Venue & Location

Sri Chaitanya Future Pathways Global School, Miyapur, Hyderabad