Future Chess Academy’s FIDE Rated Open Rapid Chess Tournament
Future Chess Academy’s FIDE Rated Open Rapid Chess Tournament takes place on April 19, 2026 in Thrissur, India and offers a major one-day FIDE rated rapid chess tournament in Kerala. The event runs at Thrissur Paramekkavu Vidya Mandir and uses a 10 minutes + 3 seconds increment time control from move one. In addition, the tournament follows the FIDE Swiss System and runs over 9 rounds, which gives players a full day of fast and competitive over-the-board chess.
The Future Chess Academy’s FIDE Rated Open Rapid Chess Tournament combines a substantial cash prize fund, broad category prizes, and a clear same-day schedule for players from across India. Moreover, the event welcomes players regardless of district or state, while also offering prizes for rating groups, age groups, veterans, unrated players, and local players from Thrissur. As a result, the Future Chess Academy’s FIDE Rated Open Rapid Chess Tournament stands out as an attractive rapid chess tournament for players who want serious spring competition in Thrissur, India.
🗓️ Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 📅 Dates | April 19, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Thrissur, India |
| ♟️ Format | Open rapid chess tournament |
| ⭐ Rating | FIDE rated |
| ⏱️ Time control | 10 minutes + 3 seconds increment from move 1 |
| 💳 Entry fee | INR 2,000; early bird INR 1,700 until February 15, 2026; late fee INR 2,500 until April 17, 2026 |
| 💰 Prize fund | USD 4,820 (approx.) |
| 👤 Eligibility | Open to all players |
| 🧩 Organizer notes | Spot entry is not accepted |
🏆 Prize Fund
| Prize / Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Main – 1st place | INR 25,000 + trophy |
| Main – 2nd place | INR 15,000 + trophy |
| Main – 3rd place | INR 10,000 |
| Main – 4th place | INR 8,000 |
| Main – 5th place | INR 6,000 |
| Main – 6th place | INR 5,000 |
| Main – 7th place | INR 4,000 |
| Main – 8th place | INR 4,000 |
| Main – 9th place | INR 4,000 |
| Main – 10th place | INR 4,000 |
| Main – 11th place | INR 4,000 |
| Main – 12th place | INR 4,000 |
| Main – 13th place | INR 4,000 |
| Main – 14th place | INR 3,000 |
| Main – 15th place | INR 3,000 |
| Main – 16th place | INR 3,000 |
| Main – 17th place | INR 3,000 |
| Main – 18th place | INR 3,000 |
| Main – 19th place | INR 3,000 |
| Main – 20th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1700 – 1st place | INR 15,000 + trophy |
| Below 1700 – 2nd place | INR 10,000 |
| Below 1700 – 3rd place | INR 8,000 |
| Below 1700 – 4th place | INR 6,000 |
| Below 1700 – 5th place | INR 5,000 |
| Below 1700 – 6th place | INR 4,000 |
| Below 1700 – 7th place | INR 4,000 |
| Below 1700 – 8th place | INR 4,000 |
| Below 1700 – 9th place | INR 4,000 |
| Below 1700 – 10th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1700 – 11th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1700 – 12th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1700 – 13th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1700 – 14th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1700 – 15th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1500 – 1st place | INR 10,000 + trophy |
| Below 1500 – 2nd place | INR 7,000 |
| Below 1500 – 3rd place | INR 5,000 |
| Below 1500 – 4th place | INR 4,000 |
| Below 1500 – 5th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1500 – 6th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1500 – 7th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1500 – 8th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1500 – 9th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1500 – 10th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1500 – 11th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1500 – 12th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1500 – 13th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1500 – 14th place | INR 3,000 |
| Below 1500 – 15th place | INR 3,000 |
| Under 15 – 1st place | INR 10,000 + trophy |
| Under 15 – 2nd place | INR 7,000 + trophy |
| Under 15 – 3rd place | INR 5,000 + trophy |
| Under 15 – 4th place | INR 4,000 + trophy |
| Under 15 – 5th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 15 – 6th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 15 – 7th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 15 – 8th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 15 – 9th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 15 – 10th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 15 – 11th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 15 – 12th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 15 – 13th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 15 – 14th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 15 – 15th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 10 – 1st place | INR 10,000 + trophy |
| Under 10 – 2nd place | INR 7,000 + trophy |
| Under 10 – 3rd place | INR 5,000 + trophy |
| Under 10 – 4th place | INR 4,000 + trophy |
| Under 10 – 5th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 10 – 6th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 10 – 7th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 10 – 8th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 10 – 9th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 10 – 10th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 10 – 11th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 10 – 12th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 10 – 13th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 10 – 14th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Under 10 – 15th place | INR 3,000 + trophy |
| Unrated – 1st place | INR 5,000 + trophy |
| Unrated – 2nd place | INR 4,000 |
| Unrated – 3rd place | INR 3,000 |
| Unrated – 4th place | INR 3,000 |
| Unrated – 5th place | INR 3,000 |
| Veteran 60+ – 1st place | INR 5,000 + trophy |
| Veteran 60+ – 2nd place | INR 3,000 |
| Best Thrissur player | INR 5,000 + trophy |
The event also awards trophies to the top two academies with a minimum of 15 participants.
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The Future Chess Academy’s FIDE Rated Open Rapid Chess Tournament uses a 10 minutes + 3 seconds increment time control from move one and runs over 9 rounds. In addition, the tournament follows the FIDE Swiss System and applies the latest FIDE Laws of Chess.
Tie-breaks follow this order: Buchholz Cut 1, Buchholz, Sonneborn-Berger, Direct Encounter, number of wins including forfeit points, and number of wins with Black.
📂 Sections / Groups
The tournament uses one main open section. In addition, the prize structure includes special categories for Below 1700, Below 1500, Under 15, Under 10, Unrated, Veteran 60+, and Best Thrissur player.
📅 Schedule
| Date | Weekday | Time | Round / Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 09:00 | Reporting time |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 09:15 | Inauguration |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 09:45 | Players meeting |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 10:00 | Round 1 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 10:50 | Round 2 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 11:30 | Round 3 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 12:20 | Round 4 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 13:45 | Round 5 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 14:30 | Round 6 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 15:15 | Round 7 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 16:00 | Round 8 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 16:45 | Round 9 |
| April 19, 2026 | Sunday | 18:00 | Prize distribution function |
📝 Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| How to register | Register online through Chessmii or Easypaychess |
| Entry fee details | INR 2,000; early bird INR 1,700 until February 15, 2026; late fee INR 2,500 until April 17, 2026 |
| Deadlines | Last day of entry: April 12, 2026 |
| Payment method | Online payment |
| Membership requirement | AICF registration is compulsory for all Indian players; Kerala players also need CAK registration |
| Confirmation / check-in rules | Spot entry is not accepted |
| Organizer notes | Players should send the payment screenshot and registration details to the organizer phone number |
👥 Organizer
Future Chess Academy organizes the Future Chess Academy’s FIDE Rated Open Rapid Chess Tournament in Thrissur and offers a major one-day rated rapid event with a large prize structure and wide player eligibility.
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Phone: +91 70125 88263
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Website: https://easypaychess.com
🏨 Venue
Thrissur Paramekkavu Vidya Mandir, Thrissur, India
Thrissur Paramekkavu Vidya Mandir hosts the tournament in Thrissur and gives players a clear school venue for this one-day rapid event. The campus supports a full-day schedule with all rounds and the prize function in one place.
🚗 How to Get There
Players should travel directly to Thrissur Paramekkavu Vidya Mandir in Thrissur, India. Therefore, an early arrival will help participants report by 09:00, attend the opening formalities, and get ready for the first round at 10:00.
The Future Chess Academy’s FIDE Rated Open Rapid Chess Tournament offers rated rapid chess, a major cash prize fund, and a strong one-day format for players who want serious spring chess in Thrissur.
🧾 Other
Players must use a valid AICF registration to participate, and Kerala players must also hold CAK registration. In addition, players who claim age-group prizes must present valid proof of age.
A protest must be submitted in writing within 10 minutes of the incident together with a INR 1,000 protest fee. Prize money of INR 10,000 and above will be transferred within 7 working days after the tournament. Electronic device issues may result in loss of the game.
Additional Details
Prize Fund - $4,820
Organizer
Future Chess Academy is an active chess organizer and growing chess training academy based in Thrissur, Kerala, India. The academy has built a visible presence through coaching, player development, and a steady flow of tournament activity. Moreover, it serves young players and competitive amateurs who want structured chess opportunities in Kerala.
The academy runs coaching programs, club-style practice, and a regular calendar of competitive events. In addition, it organizes rapid chess, school-level competitions, and larger open chess tournament events for players across the region. The Future Chess Academy’s FIDE Rated Open Rapid Chess Tournament reflects its role as a serious tournament organizer for official rated competition.
Beyond event management, the academy also promotes wider chess participation through training initiatives and community-focused activity. Furthermore, it has expanded its visibility through repeated tournament announcements, player engagement, and active social media presence. As a result, Future Chess Academy is becoming a recognizable FIDE-rated tournament and development-focused chess brand in Kerala.
