3rd Ramabai Ranade FIDE Classical Rating Tournament 2026
3rd Ramabai Ranade FIDE Classical Rating Tournament 2026 takes place from December 25 – 30, 2026, at Shree Siddhi Marriage Hall in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, India. The tournament offers an 11-round classical Swiss format with FIDE rating calculation.
This is a chess tournament in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, India, in 2026. Players will compete in one open field with long classical games and a published prize fund of ₹4,00,700 / approx. $4,700.
The event offers 67 cash prizes, 50 trophies, rating-category awards, and special category prizes. In addition, the venue gives players a practical playing location in Navi Mumbai with a full six-day tournament schedule.
♟️ Event Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 🏆 Tournament | 3rd Ramabai Ranade FIDE Classical Rating Tournament 2026 |
| 📅 Dates | December 25 – 30, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, India |
| 🏛️ Venue | Shree Siddhi Marriage Hall – Utkarsha Building, Sector 12, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Raigad 410210, India |
| ♟️ Format | 11-round Swiss tournament |
| 🧩 Sections | One open section |
| ⭐ Rating | FIDE classical rated |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 90 minutes per player + 30 seconds per move |
| 👨⚖️ Chief Arbiter | IA Ajinkya Pingale |
| 👤 Tournament Director | Nandakumar T.V. |
| 💰 Prize Fund | ₹4,00,700 / approx. $4,700 |
| 🏆 Awards | 67 cash prizes and 50 trophies |
| 📝 Entry Fee | ₹4,000 |
| ⏳ Default Time | 30 minutes |
| ✅ Registration Link | https://circlechess.com/registration?id=50541 |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
Players receive 90 minutes for the game, plus a 30-second increment from move one. This time control gives the tournament a full classical format across 11 rounds.
The tournament uses the Swiss system and follows the FIDE Laws of Chess. All players compete together in one open section.
The default time is 30 minutes. Therefore, players should arrive early and check pairings before every round.
Tie-breaks follow this order: Buchholz Cut 1, Buchholz, Sonneborn-Berger, direct encounter, greater number of wins including forfeits, and greater number of wins with Black.
💰 Prize Fund
The tournament offers a published prize fund of ₹4,00,700 / approx. $4,700.
Prize Fund Overview
| Prize Area | Details |
|---|---|
| Total cash prize fund | ₹4,00,700 / approx. $4,700 |
| Cash prizes | 67 |
| Trophies | 50 |
Main Open Prizes
| Place | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st place | ₹50,000 + trophy |
| 2nd place | ₹25,000 + trophy |
| 3rd place | ₹20,000 + trophy |
| 4th place | ₹15,000 + trophy |
| 5th place | ₹10,000 + trophy |
| 6th place | ₹9,000 |
| 7th place | ₹8,000 |
| 8th–20th place | ₹5,000 each |
The tournament also includes female prizes, veteran category prizes, accessibility category prizes, rating-category prizes, and age-group trophies.
Prizes are not shared. Moreover, each player receives only one higher prize.
🧩 Sections / Groups
The tournament has one open section. All players compete together in the same 11-round Swiss event.
The prize structure still gives many players additional targets. For example, players can compete for main prizes, rating-category prizes, age-group trophies, and special category awards.
The event also suits players who want a full classical tournament at the end of the year. As a result, it can attract local players, improving juniors, rated competitors, and experienced tournament players.
📅 Schedule
| Date | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, December 25 | 09:45 | Reporting time |
| Friday, December 25 | 10:00 | Round 1 |
| Friday, December 25 | 15:00 | Round 2 |
| Saturday, December 26 | 10:00 | Round 3 |
| Saturday, December 26 | 15:00 | Round 4 |
| Sunday, December 27 | 10:00 | Round 5 |
| Sunday, December 27 | 15:00 | Round 6 |
| Monday, December 28 | 10:00 | Round 7 |
| Monday, December 28 | 15:00 | Round 8 |
| Tuesday, December 29 | 10:00 | Round 9 |
| Tuesday, December 29 | 15:00 | Round 10 |
| Wednesday, December 30 | 10:00 | Round 11 |
| Wednesday, December 30 | 14:00 | Prize distribution |
Players should report by 09:45 on the first day. In addition, they should plan carefully for double-round days from December 25 to December 29.
📝 Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Registration Method | Online registration through CircleChess |
| Registration Link | https://circlechess.com/registration?id=50541 |
| Entry Fee | ₹4,000 |
| Free Entry | GM, IM, FM, WGM, WIM, and WFM players |
| Late Fee | ₹200 for payments made after December 22, 2026 |
| Cancellation Policy | Full refund for cancellation requests received before December 20, 2026 |
| Contact Email | nanda.scini@gmail.com |
| Contact Phone | +91 98209 88026 |
| WhatsApp Group | Players can join the group after registration |
Players should complete registration online and keep payment details ready. After registration, players may join the WhatsApp group for tournament updates.
A valid AICF ID is required before the start of Round 1. Also, Maharashtra players need a valid MCA ID before the tournament begins.
👥 Organizer
Anjanibai Chess Academy presents the 3rd Ramabai Ranade FIDE Classical Rating Tournament 2026, with tournament coordination by Nandakumar T.V. The event offers a full classical rating format in Navi Mumbai and includes support from local chess officials.
Phone: +91 98209 88026
Email: nanda.scini@gmail.com
🏛️ Venue
Shree Siddhi Marriage Hall – Utkarsha Building, Sector 12, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Raigad 410210, India
The tournament takes place at Shree Siddhi Marriage Hall in Kharghar. The playing hall offers a comfortable setting for the six-day classical tournament.
Players should use the full venue address when planning travel. In addition, they should allow enough time before each round because the schedule starts at 10:00 on most playing days.
🚆 How to Get There
Players should travel to Shree Siddhi Marriage Hall – Utkarsha Building, Sector 12, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Raigad 410210, India.
Kharghar is part of Navi Mumbai and has local rail, road, taxi, and app-based transport connections. Players arriving from Mumbai or nearby districts can plan travel through Kharghar and then continue to Sector 12.
Drivers should use the full venue address for navigation. Since the tournament has morning and afternoon rounds, players should also plan local traffic time before each session.
ℹ️ Other Information
Players may file a protest in writing within 15 minutes of the incident. The protest fee is ₹1,000, and the organizer refunds it if the appeal succeeds.
The appeals committee will include five members and two reserves. The committee will be formed during the players’ meeting before the tournament starts.
Players should complete AICF and MCA requirements before Round 1. Therefore, they should not leave federation registration issues until the tournament day.
3rd Ramabai Ranade FIDE Classical Rating Tournament 2026 offers a full classical chess event in Navi Mumbai, with 11 rounds, many prize opportunities, and a practical year-end tournament schedule.
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $4,700
Organizer
♟️ About the Organizer
Anjanibai Chess Academy is a chess training academy and tournament organizer based in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. The academy focuses on chess education, regular practice, rated tournaments, and competitive development for young players and club-level participants. Its public activity connects training, social purpose, and organized over-the-board chess in the Navi Mumbai region.
The academy’s mission highlights chess as a tool for confidence, concentration, logical thinking, and personal growth. Its program gives children access to structured chess learning and tournament experience. Therefore, Anjanibai Chess Academy works not only as a coaching center, but also as a platform for wider chess participation.
The academy is led by Nandakumar T. V., founder and head coach, and also lists Ajinkya Pingale as a mentor, coach, rated player, and International Arbiter. This coaching structure helps the academy support both learning and tournament preparation. In addition, its listed coordinators strengthen the academy’s community-based work.
🏆 Chess Events and Activities
Anjanibai Chess Academy organizes and supports regular chess tournaments in Maharashtra. Its event activity includes FIDE-rated rapid tournaments, classical rating tournaments, practice events, age-category tournaments, and non-rating competitions. The academy’s own tournament section lists several events, including Tarabai Shinde Rapid Chess Tournaments and Ramabai Ranade Classical Chess Tournaments.
The academy has also developed a visible rating-focused pathway for its players. Its rated-player section lists multiple academy players who achieved FIDE rapid ratings between 2024 and 2025. This shows that the academy’s work connects training with practical tournament results. Moreover, its regular events give players more opportunities to gain experience and improve under tournament conditions.
Anjanibai Chess Academy is also connected with FIDE-rated tournament organization through official Indian chess materials. Published tournament brochures list the academy in connection with rapid and classical events, with Nandakumar T. V. as organizer contact. As a result, the academy has become a practical organizer for players searching for chess tournaments in Navi Mumbai and rated chess events in Maharashtra.
🌍 Player Experience and Community
Players who join Anjanibai Chess Academy can expect a training-focused and tournament-oriented chess environment. The academy offers weekend batches, practice opportunities, and event participation. This gives young players a clear rhythm for learning, playing, and gaining tournament confidence.
The academy’s community work gives it a distinctive identity. Its stated mission focuses on taking chess to children with fewer opportunities and using the game to build confidence and long-term growth. This gives the organizer a social purpose alongside its competitive chess activity.
For players searching for chess coaching in Navi Mumbai, FIDE-rated chess tournaments in Maharashtra, or a youth-focused chess academy with regular event activity, Anjanibai Chess Academy offers a strong local option. Its mix of coaching, rated tournaments, practice sessions, player development, and community outreach gives the academy a clear role in the regional chess scene.
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