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1st International FIDE Rated Open Chess Tournament 2026 – Tamil Nadu
📍 Prof.Dhanapalan College of Science & Management Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Padur, Kelambakkam, Chengalpattu Tamil Nadu - 603103, Tamil Nadu, India
♟ Tournament Information
CategoryFIDE-Classic
Time Control90 mins + 30 seconds
Duration5 days
StateTamil Nadu
Entry Fee₹2,500
OrganizerSooriya Chess Academy
ContactMRS. J.G. Nivedhitha, SNA +918807947108 MRS. J.G. Thejesvi +918870443779
🏆 Prize Distribution
📋 About This Tournament
🏆 1st International FIDE Rated Open Chess Tournament 2026 – Tamil Nadu
Chess players across India are invited to participate in the 1st International FIDE Rated Open Chess Tournament 2026, organized by Sooriya Chess Academy under AICF & TNSCA approval.
This prestigious event offers a massive prize pool of ₹5,00,001, making it one of the top chess events in Tamil Nadu.
📅 Event Overview
| 📌 Detail | 📝 Information |
|---|---|
| Event Name | 1st International FIDE Rated Open Chess Tournament |
| Organizer | Sooriya Chess Academy |
| Event Code | 465887/TN/2026 |
| Dates | 03 June 2026 – 07 June 2026 |
| Format | FIDE Rated (Swiss System) |
| Total Rounds | 9 Rounds |
| Time Control | 90 mins + 30 sec increment |
| Entry Fee | ₹2500 |
| Free Entry | GM, IM, WGM, WIM |
📍 Venue Details
| 📌 Detail | 📝 Information |
|---|---|
| Venue | Prof. Dhanapalan College of Science & Management |
| Location | Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Padur, Kelambakkam |
| District | Chengalpattu |
| State | Tamil Nadu – 603103 |
| Venue Type | Indoor Tournament Hall |
💰 Prize Details (Overall)
| 🏆 Position | 💵 Prize |
|---|---|
| Total Prize Pool | ₹5,00,001 |
| Top Winners | Cash + Trophies |
| Category Winners | Cash + Medals |
| Special Awards | Cash + Recognition |
🏆 Main Prize Details (Rank-wise)
| 🥇 Rank | 💰 Prize Amount |
|---|---|
| 1 | ₹40,001 + Trophy |
| 2 | ₹30,000 + Trophy |
| 3 | ₹20,000 + Trophy |
| 4 | ₹18,000 |
| 5 | ₹16,000 |
| 6 | ₹14,000 |
| 7 | ₹13,000 |
| 8 | ₹12,000 |
| 9 | ₹11,000 |
| 10 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 | ₹3,000 |
| 26 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 | ₹3,000 |
🎯 Rating Category Prize Details
💎 Applicable Categories:
- 1400 – 1499
- 1500 – 1599
- 1600 – 1699
- 1700 – 1799
- Best Unrated
🏅 Prize Breakdown (Same for Each Category)
| 🥇 Rank | 💰 Prize |
|---|---|
| 1 | ₹10,000 + Trophy |
| 2 | ₹8,000 + Trophy |
| 3 | ₹5,000 + Trophy |
| 4 | ₹3,500 |
| 5 | ₹3,000 |
| 6 | ₹2,500 |
| 7 | ₹2,500 |
| 8 | ₹2,500 |
| 9 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 | ₹2,500 |
📊 Category-wise Structure (Expanded View)
| Rank | 1400–1499 | 1500–1599 | 1600–1699 | 1700–1799 | Best Unrated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 2 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 3 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 4 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 5 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 6 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 7 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 8 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 9 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
💰 Detailed Prize Structure
🏆 Special Category Prize Table
| 🏅 Category | 🥇 1st Prize | 🥈 2nd Prize | 🥉 3rd Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Woman (16+) | ₹4000 + Trophy | ₹3000 + Trophy | ₹2500 + Trophy |
| Best Veteran (55+) | ₹4000 + Trophy | ₹3000 + Trophy | ₹2500 + Trophy |
| Specially Abled | ₹4000 + Trophy | ₹3000 + Trophy | ₹2500 + Trophy |
👶 Age Category Prize Table (Boys & Girls)
| 🎯 Category | 🥇 1st | 🥈 2nd | 🥉 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 7 | Trophy + Prize | Trophy + Prize | Trophy + Prize |
| Under 9 | Trophy + Prize | Trophy + Prize | Trophy + Prize |
| Under 11 | Trophy + Prize | Trophy + Prize | Trophy + Prize |
| Under 13 | Trophy + Prize | Trophy + Prize | Trophy + Prize |
| Under 15 | Trophy + Prize | Trophy + Prize | Trophy + Prize |
🎁 Additional Special Prizes
| 🎖️ Award | 🏆 Prize |
|---|---|
| Youngest Boy | Special Trophy |
| Youngest Girl | Special Trophy |
| Merit Awards | Based on performance |
| Top Players | Cash + Trophy |
💎 Overall Prize Summary
| 📊 Detail | 💰 Value |
|---|---|
| Total Prize Pool | ₹5,00,001 |
| Entry Fee | ₹2500 |
| Free Entry | GM, IM, WGM, WIM |
| Total Categories | Multiple (Open + Age + Special) |
📞 Contact Details
| 👤 Name | 📱 Contact |
|---|---|
| Mrs. J.G. Nivedhitha (President) | +91 88079 47108 |
| Mrs. J.G. Thejesvi (Secretary) | +91 88704 43779 |
| sooriyachessacademy@gmail.com |
💳 Pay Here to Register
Online payment is not available for this event. Contact the organizer to register:
📞 MRS. J.G. Nivedhitha, SNA +918807947108 MRS. J.G. Thejesvi +918870443779
Sooriya Chess Academy
📍 Venue & Location
Prof.Dhanapalan College of Science & Management Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Padur, Kelambakkam, Chengalpattu Tamil Nadu - 603103