4th DKCA National Level Open FIDE Rating Chess Tournament 2025
The 4th DKCA National Level Open FIDE Rating Chess Tournament 2025 invites chess players from all over India and beyond to the coastal city of Mangalore, Karnataka.
Organized by the Dakshina Kannada Chess Association (DKCA) under the auspices of FIDE, AICF, and KSCA, this prestigious event promises an intense competition, excellent facilities, and a total prize fund of ₹6,00,000 with 198 prizes across categories.
🗓️ Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 🗓️ Dates | 26 – 30 December 2025 |
| 📍 Location | Amrutha Someshwara Auditorium, “Tulu Bhavana”, Urvastore, Mangalore, Karnataka, India |
| ♟️ Format | 9 Rounds, Swiss System (FIDE Laws of Chess) |
| 💵 Entry Fee | ₹3,000 till 18 Dec 2025, then ₹3,250 till 24 Dec 2025 (8 PM) |
| ⭐ Rating | FIDE Rated (Classical) |
| ✅ Eligibility | Open to all AICF-registered players (2025–26) |
| 🎯 Prize Fund | ₹6,00,000 total across 198 prizes |
| 🔧 AICF Event Code | 439701/KA/2026 |
| 🔧 KSCA Event Code | KSCA/G58/2526 |
| 🔧 DKCA Event Code | 2025/DKCA/0910 |
🏆 Prize Fund
Main Prizes
| Rank | Prize (₹) |
|---|---|
| 1st | 50,000 |
| 2nd | 35,000 |
| 3rd | 25,000 |
| 4th | 20,000 |
| 5th | 15,000 |
| 6th | 10,000 |
| 7th | 10,000 |
| 8th | 10,000 |
| 9th | 10,000 |
| 10th | 10,000 |
| 11th–12th | 7,500 each |
| 13th–14th | 7,000 each |
| 15th–20th | 6,000 each |
Rating Category Prizes
| Rating Group | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | 6th–10th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1800–1899 | 15,000 | 10,000 | 7,500 | 5,000 | 4,000 | 3,000 each |
| 1700–1799 | 15,000 | 10,000 | 7,500 | 5,000 | 4,000 | 3,000 each |
| 1600–1699 | 15,000 | 10,000 | 7,500 | 5,000 | 4,000 | 3,000 each |
| 1500–1599 | 15,000 | 10,000 | 7,500 | 5,000 | 4,000 | 3,000 each |
| 1400–1499 | 10,000 | 7,000 | 5,000 | 4,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 each |
| Unrated | 10,000 | 7,000 | 5,000 | 4,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 each |
Special Awards
| Category | Prize |
|---|---|
| Best Female | ₹5,000 |
| Best Veteran (55+ yrs) | ₹5,000 / ₹3,000 / ₹2,000 |
| Best Physically Challenged | ₹5,000 |
| Best DKCA Player | 10 Trophies |
| Youngest Boy & Girl | 1 Trophy each |
Age Group Prizes
| Category | Boys | Girls |
|---|---|---|
| Under-7 | 10 Cups | 10 Cups |
| Under-9 | 10 Cups | 10 Cups |
| Under-11 | 10 Cups | 10 Cups |
| Under-13 | 10 Cups | 10 Cups |
| Under-15 | 10 Cups | 10 Cups |
⏱️ Time Control & Rules
System: 9 rounds, Swiss System (FIDE-rated)
Time Control: 90 minutes + 30 seconds increment from move 1
Default Time: 15 minutes
Tie-breaks: Buchholz Cut-1, Buchholz, Sonneborn-Berger, Direct Encounter, Number of Wins, Wins with Black
Protest Fee: ₹1,000 (refundable if upheld)
Electronic Devices: Not allowed inside the playing hall (including all watches)
Free Entry: GMs, IMs, WGMs, WIMs
Foreign Players: Must have a valid FIDE ID
AICF & KSCA Registration: Mandatory before entry
📅 Schedule
| Date | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 26 Dec | 9:30 AM | Inauguration & Players’ Meeting |
| 26 Dec | 10:30 AM | Round 1 |
| 26 Dec | 3:30 PM | Round 2 |
| 27 Dec | 9:30 AM | Round 3 |
| 27 Dec | 2:30 PM | Round 4 |
| 28 Dec | 9:30 AM | Round 5 |
| 28 Dec | 2:30 PM | Round 6 |
| 29 Dec | 9:30 AM | Round 7 |
| 29 Dec | 2:30 PM | Round 8 |
| 30 Dec | 9:00 AM | Round 9 |
| 30 Dec | After Round 9 | Prize Distribution Ceremony |
📝 Registration
Online Registration: www.chessfee.com or www.circlechess.com
Entry Fee: ₹3,000 until 18 Dec 2025; thereafter ₹3,250 until 24 Dec 2025 (8 PM)
Mode of Play: Classical FIDE-rated
Food: Pay-and-eat service available at venue
No entry fee waiver requests accepted
AICF Registration: www.aicf.in/online-player-registration
KSCA Registration: www.karnatakachess.com/player-registration
👥 Organizing Committee
Organized by Dakshina Kannada Chess Association (DKCA)
Main Officials
President: Ramesh Kote 📞 9448723363
Secretary: Poornima S. Alva
Treasurer: Vani S. Panikar
Vice Presidents: Nisha Paniker, Ramya S. Rai
Chief Arbiter: Mr. Vasanth B. H. (International Arbiter)
Advisors: Mr. Sunil Achar, Dr. Amarshree Amarnath Shetty, Smt. Shrutha Jithesh, Mr. M. S. Gururaj, Mr. Narayan L., Mr. Prabhakar Shriyan, Mr. Harsha D’Souza, Mr. Vijaya Vishnu Mayya
📧 Email: dkcamlur@gmail.com
🌐 Website: www.dkcachess.com
🏨 Accommodation
Recommended Hotels (near venue):
The Ocean Pearl Inn – +91 8242863800 / 9611780575
Ginger Hotel Mangalore – +91 8593911109
Hotel Srinivas – 0824 2440061
Hotel Varda Saffron – +91 9108025400
Hotel Manorama – 0824 2440307
Hotel Srinidhi’s Prathvi Residency – +91 8244116555
Hotel Ayodhya – 0824 2493681
Hotel Kavitha Residency – +91 9606135130
Hotel Woodlands – 0824 2446304
Hotel Laxmi Cityside – +91 9972949771
🚗 How to Get There
By Train: Mangalore Central Station – 6 km from venue
By Bus: KSRTC Bus Stand – 2.5 km from venue
By Air: Mangalore International Airport – 14 km from venue
Local Transport: Cabs and auto-rickshaws available (Call +91 9972949771)
Join the vibrant chess community of Karnataka at the 4th DKCA National Level Open FIDE Rating Chess Tournament 2025, where 600 players will battle for top honors, prestige, and a share of ₹6,00,000 in prizes!