Smart Chess Academy 3rd International Open FIDE Rapid 2026 Karur – ₹2.5 Lakhs Prize Fund
📍 Karpaga Mahal, Vennaimalai, Kadhapparai (PO), Karur – 639006, Tamil Nadu, India
🟢 Event Start Date
01 Mar 2026
Sunday
⬛ Event End Date
01 Mar 2026
1 day
⏰ Last Registration Date
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♟ Tournament Information
CategoryFIDE-Rapid
Time Control10 mins + 5 seconds
Duration1 day
StateTamil Nadu
Entry Fee₹1,250
OrganizerSmart Chess Academy
ContactOrganizer Mr. R. Manigandan 99767 89573 Chief Arbiter IA M. Umapathy 98433 31032 Deputy Chief Arbiter FA R. Sivaramakrishnan 96000 12893
🏆 Prize Distribution
💵 Cash Prize🏆 Awards🎁 Gifts
📋 About This Tournament
The Smart Chess Academy 3rd International Open FIDE Rapid Rating Chess Tournament – Karur 2026 is a prestigious one-day FIDE Rated Rapid event conducted under the aegis of:
All India Chess Federation.
Tamil Nadu State Chess Association.
Karur District Chess Association.
With a massive ₹2,50,000 prize fund, 95 cash prizes, and 250+ trophies, this tournament is one of the biggest Rapid chess events in Tamil Nadu for 2026.
📅 Date: 01 March 2026 (Sunday) ⏰ Format: 9 Rounds Swiss System ⏳ Time Control: 10 Minutes + 5 Seconds Increment from Move 1
📍 Venue Details
Particular
Details
Venue Name
Karpaga Mahal
Location
Vennaimalai, Kadhapparai (PO), Karur – 639006
Landmark
Near Vennaimalai Bus Stop
Transport
Town & Mini Buses available from Karur Old Bus Stand
Parking
Available opposite Karpaga Mahal
Facilities
Free Dormitory Accommodation, Car Parking & Canteen
Accommodation
Free (Dormitory Type – Bring Own Bedding)
The venue provides spacious playing halls ensuring proper lighting, ventilation, and a professional FIDE-rated tournament atmosphere.
💰 Total Prize Overview
Particular
Details
Total Prize Fund
₹2,50,000
Total Cash Prizes
95
Total Trophies
250+
Total Prizes
345+
Participation Benefit
Certificate + Medal for All Players
🥇 Main Open Prize Structure
Place
Prize
1st
₹20,000 + Trophy
2nd
₹17,500 + Trophy
3rd
₹15,000 + Trophy
4th
₹12,500
5th
₹10,000
6th
₹8,000
7th
₹7,000
8th
₹6,000
9th
₹5,000
10th
₹4,500
11th–12th
₹3,000
13th–15th
₹2,000
16th–20th
₹1,500
21st–30th
₹1,250 Each
♟️ Rating Category Prizes
Category
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th–10th
1400–1500
₹4,000+T
₹3,000
₹2,000
₹2,000
₹1,500
₹1,250
1501–1600
₹4,000+T
₹3,000
₹2,000
₹2,000
₹1,500
₹1,250
1601–1750
₹4,000+T
₹3,000
₹2,000
₹2,000
₹1,500
₹1,250
Unrated
₹4,000+T
₹3,000
₹2,000
₹2,000
₹1,500
₹1,250
👑 Special Category Prizes
Category
Prize
Best Woman (26+ Years)
₹1,500 + Trophy
Best Veteran (55+ Years)
₹1,500 + Trophy
Best Specially Challenged
₹1,500 + Trophy
Best Karur District Male
₹2,000 + Trophy
Best Karur District Female
₹1,500
Best Andhra / Karnataka / Telangana / Kerala / Pondicherry / Other State Players
Special Cash Awards
🏅 Age Category Trophy Details (250 Mega Trophies)
Category
Boys
Girls
Karur District Boys
Karur District Girls
DOB On/After
Under 09
20
20
5
5
01.01.2017
Under 11
20
20
5
5
01.01.2015
Under 13
20
20
5
5
01.01.2013
Under 17
20
20
5
5
01.01.2009
Under 25
20
20
5
5
01.01.2001
🎖 All Under-8 youngest players (Born on or after 01.01.2018) will receive Special Trophies.
