International 2nd FIDE Rated Open Chess Tournament 2026 – Chennai
The Warrior Chess Academy proudly presents the International 2nd FIDE Rated Open Chess Tournament 2026, exclusively designed for below 1650 rated players. This grand chess event in Chennai offers an excellent opportunity to compete at a high level and win exciting prizes.
📅 Event Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event Name | International 2nd FIDE Rated Open Chess Tournament |
| Category | Below 1650 Rating |
| Dates | April 25, 26 & 27, 2026 |
| Duration | 3 Days |
| Venue | Nehru Stadium, Chennai Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium |
| Entry Fee | ₹3,000 |
🏆 Prize Details
This tournament features a massive prize pool of ₹6,00,000+ along with exciting rewards.
| Rank | Prize Amount |
|---|---|
| 🥇 1st | ₹60,000 + iPhone + Trophy |
| 🥈 2nd | ₹50,000 + Trophy |
| 🥉 3rd | ₹30,000 + Trophy |
| 4th | ₹20,000 |
| 5th | ₹15,000 |
| 6th | ₹12,000 |
| 7th | ₹10,000 |
| 8th | ₹9,000 |
| 9th | ₹8,000 |
| 10th | ₹7,000 |
| 11th | ₹6,000 |
| 12th | ₹6,000 |
| 13th | ₹5,000 |
| 14th | ₹4,000 |
| 15th | ₹4,000 |
| 16th | ₹3,000 |
| 17th | ₹3,000 |
| 18th | ₹3,000 |
| 19th | ₹3,000 |
| 20th | ₹3,000 |
| 21st | ₹3,000 |
| 22nd | ₹3,000 |
| 23rd | ₹3,000 |
| 24th | ₹3,000 |
| 25th | ₹3,000 |
♟️ Category Prizes
Separate prizes are available for various rating and age categories:
| Rating Category | Position | Prize Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1400-1500 | 1st | INR 30,000 + 🏆 |
| 2nd | INR 20,000 + 🏆 | |
| 3rd | INR 15,000 + 🏆 | |
| 4th | INR 8,000 | |
| 5th | INR 6,000 | |
| 6th | INR 4,000 | |
| 7th | INR 3,000 | |
| 8th | INR 2,000 | |
| 9th | INR 2,000 | |
| 10th | INR 2,000 | |
| 1501-1600 | 1st | INR 30,000 + 🏆 |
| 2nd | INR 20,000 + 🏆 | |
| 3rd | INR 15,000 + 🏆 | |
| 4th | INR 8,000 | |
| 5th | INR 6,000 | |
| 6th | INR 4,000 | |
| 7th | INR 3,000 | |
| 8th | INR 2,000 | |
| 9th | INR 2,000 | |
| 10th | INR 2,000 | |
| BEST UNRATED | 1st | INR 25,000 + 🏆 |
| 2nd | INR 15,000 + 🏆 | |
| 3rd | INR 10,000 + 🏆 | |
| 4th | INR 8,000 | |
| 5th | INR 6,000 | |
| 6th | INR 4,000 | |
| 7th | INR 3,000 | |
| 8th | INR 2,000 | |
| 9th | INR 2,000 | |
| 10th | INR 2,000 |
SPECIAL PRIZES
| Category | Position | Prize Amount |
|---|---|---|
| BEST WOMAN (16+) | 1st | ₹4,000 + 🏆 |
| 2nd | ₹3,000 + 🏆 | |
| 3rd | ₹2,000 + 🏆 | |
| BEST VETERAN (55+) | 1st | ₹4,000 + 🏆 |
| 2nd | ₹3,000 + 🏆 | |
| 3rd | ₹2,000 + 🏆 | |
| BEST SP. CHALLENGED | 1st | ₹4,000 + 🏆 |
| 2nd | ₹3,000 + 🏆 | |
| 3rd | ₹2,000 + 🏆 | |
| YOUNGEST BOY | 1st | 🏆 |
| 2nd | 🏆 | |
| 3rd | 🏆 | |
| YOUNGEST GIRL | 1st | 🏆 |
| 2nd | 🏆 | |
| 3rd | 🏆 |
AGE CATEGORY PRIZES (U-08, 10, 12, 15 BOYS & GIRLS)
(Separate prizes for each category)
| Position | Prize Amount |
|---|---|
| 1st | ₹2,000 + 🏆 |
| 2nd | ₹1,500 + 🏆 |
| 3rd | ₹1,000 + 🏆 |
| 4th | 🏆 |
| 5th | 🏆 |
| 6th | 🏆 |
| 7th | 🏆 |
| 8th | 🏆 |
| 9th | 🏆 |
| 10th | 🏆 |
EVENT SCHEDULE
| Date | Day | Event / Round | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th April 2026 | Saturday | Inauguration | 09:30 AM |
| Players Meeting | 10:00 AM | ||
| Round 1 | 11:00 AM | ||
| Round 2 | 02:00 PM | ||
| Round 3 | 05:00 PM | ||
| 26th April 2026 | Sunday | Round 4 | 09:30 AM |
| Round 5 | 12:30 PM | ||
| Round 6 | 03:30 PM | ||
| 27th April 2026 | Monday | Round 7 | 09:30 AM |
| Round 8 | 12:30 PM | ||
| Round 9 | 03:30 PM | ||
| Prize Distribution Function | 06:30 PM |
📞 Contact Details
For registration and queries:
- 📱 Mr. Anand Babu P: +91 95515 46464
- 📱 Mr. Balaji S: +91 94999 15932
Disclaimer :- Please refer to the official organizers, brochure, or official website to confirm prizes, venue, rules, and schedules. This website provides information for reference purposes only and is not responsible for any updates or changes made by the organizers.
♟️ Chess Events in Chennai
Chennai is widely known as the Chess Capital of India, hosting some of the most prestigious and competitive tournaments in the country. From FIDE rated chess events to local club competitions, chess events in Chennai attract players of all levels, from beginners to international masters.
The city regularly organizes rapid, blitz, and classical tournaments, providing excellent opportunities for players to improve their ratings and gain competitive experience. With strong support from chess academies and organizations, Chennai continues to produce world-class players like Viswanathan Anand.
Whether you are looking to participate or follow results, staying updated with upcoming chess tournaments in Chennai helps you stay ahead in the competitive chess scene.
Online payment is not available for this event. Contact the organizer to register:
📞 Mr. Anand Babu P | Ph: 9551546464, 9499915932
Warrior Chess Academy
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Periampet, Chennai