International FIDE Open Rating Chess Tournament 2025
The International FIDE Open Rating Chess Tournament 2025 invites chess players from across India and abroad to the scenic coastal city of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, for a thrilling FIDE-rated battle of minds.
Jointly organized by Sri Chess Academy and Chaitanya Chess Academy, under the aegis of the All Visakha Chess Association, Andhra Chess Association, and the All India Chess Federation, the event promises world-class playing conditions, a strong field, and generous cash awards.
🗓️ Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 🗓️ Dates | 25 – 28 December 2025 |
| 📍 Location | S3 Sports Arena (A/C Indoor Stadium), MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| ♟️ Format | 8 Rounds Swiss System |
| 💵 Entry Fee | ₹3,000 per player (Free for GM, IM, WGM, WIM) |
| ⭐ Rating | FIDE Rated (Classical) |
| ✅ Eligibility | Open to all players registered with AICF (2025–2026) |
| 🎯 Prize Fund | ₹5,00,000 total (Main + Category + Age Prizes) |
| 🔧 AICF Event Code | 432739/AP/2025 |
🏆 Prize Fund
Main Prizes
| Rank | Prize (₹) |
|---|---|
| 1st | 50,000 |
| 2nd | 40,000 |
| 3rd | 30,000 |
| 4th | 20,000 |
| 5th | 15,000 |
| 6th | 12,000 |
| 7th | 11,000 |
| 8th | 10,000 |
| 9th | 8,000 |
| 10th | 7,000 |
| 11th–20th | 5,000 each |
| 21st–30th | 4,500 each |
| 31st–35th | 4,000 each |
Category Prizes (Rating Groups)
| Category | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1701–1800 | 9,000 | 8,000 | 6,000 | 5,000 | 4,000 |
| 1601–1700 | 9,000 | 8,000 | 6,000 | 5,000 | 4,000 |
| 1501–1600 | 9,000 | 8,000 | 6,000 | 5,000 | 4,000 |
| 1400–1500 | 9,000 | 8,000 | 6,000 | 5,000 | 4,000 |
| Unrated | 9,000 | 8,000 | 6,000 | 5,000 | 4,000 |
Special Category Prizes
| Category | 1st (₹) | 2nd (₹) | 3rd (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female (20+ yrs) | 5,000 | 4,500 | 4,000 |
| Physically Challenged | 5,000 | 4,500 | 4,000 |
| Veteran (55+ yrs) | 5,000 | 4,500 | 4,000 |
| Best Vizag Player | 3,500 | 3,000 | 2,500 |
Age Category Trophies
🏅 50 trophies (5 for boys and 5 for girls in each age group)
| Category | Boys | Girls |
|---|---|---|
| Under-7 | 1st ₹3,000 • 2nd ₹2,000 • 3rd–5th Trophy each | 1st ₹3,000 • 2nd ₹2,000 • 3rd–5th Trophy each |
| Under-9 | 1st ₹3,000 • 2nd ₹2,000 • 3rd–5th Trophy each | 1st ₹3,000 • 2nd ₹2,000 • 3rd–5th Trophy each |
| Under-11 | 1st ₹3,000 • 2nd ₹2,000 • 3rd–5th Trophy each | 1st ₹3,000 • 2nd ₹2,000 • 3rd–5th Trophy each |
| Under-13 | 1st ₹3,000 • 2nd ₹2,000 • 3rd–5th Trophy each | 1st ₹3,000 • 2nd ₹2,000 • 3rd–5th Trophy each |
| Under-15 | 1st ₹3,000 • 2nd ₹2,000 • 3rd–5th Trophy each | 1st ₹3,000 • 2nd ₹2,000 • 3rd–5th Trophy each |
⏱️ Time Control & Rules
8 Rounds Swiss System (FIDE Laws of Chess)
Time Control: 90 minutes + 30 seconds increment from move 1
Default Time: 15 minutes after start
Tiebreaks: Buchholz Cut-1 • Buchholz • Sonneborn-Berger • Direct Encounter • Number of Wins • Wins with Black
Protest Fee: ₹1,000 (refundable if upheld)
Electronic Devices: Strictly prohibited in the playing hall
📅 Schedule
| Round | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Reporting | 25 Dec 2025 | 9:00 AM |
| Inauguration | 25 Dec 2025 | 9:30 AM |
| Players’ Meeting | 25 Dec 2025 | 10:00 AM |
| Round 1 | 25 Dec 2025 | 11:00 AM |
| Round 2 | 25 Dec 2025 | 4:00 PM |
| Round 3 | 26 Dec 2025 | 9:00 AM |
| Round 4 | 26 Dec 2025 | 3:00 PM |
| Round 5 | 27 Dec 2025 | 9:00 AM |
| Round 6 | 27 Dec 2025 | 3:00 PM |
| Round 7 | 28 Dec 2025 | 8:00 AM |
| Round 8 | 28 Dec 2025 | 1:00 PM |
| Prize Distribution | 28 Dec 2025 | 5:30 PM onwards |
📝 Registration & Payment
Entry Fee: ₹3,000 per player (Free for titled players)
Last Date (without fine): 15 December 2025, 9:00 PM
Last Date (with ₹500 fine): 23 December 2025, 5:00 PM
Entry Limit: 500 players (first-come, first-served)
Food & Accommodation: Self-arranged by players
Andhra Players: Register via apchess.org
AICF Registration: Mandatory at www.aicf.in/players
Payment Details:
Account Name: Chaitanya Chess Academy
Account No.: 50200110882352
Bank: HDFC Bank
IFSC: HDFC0005761
UPI / PhonePe / Google Pay: 9848814543
👥 Organizing Team
Organized by Sri Chess Academy & Chaitanya Chess Academy
Under the aegis of All Visakha Chess Association (AVCA), Andhra Chess Association (ACA), and All India Chess Federation (AICF)
Key Officials
Tournament Director: Dr. R. Babu Rao (President, AVCA) 📞 9849371760
Director: V. Srikanth, FA (Sri Chess Academy) 📞 9989971232
Chief Arbiter: G. V. Kumar, IA
Organizing Secretary: Phani Kumar N. M., IA
Advisor: K. V. V. Sarma, FA (ACA)
President, ACA: A. Suresh Kumar
Secretary, ACA: K. Jagadeesh
Secretary, AVCA: S. Manikanta Rao
🏨 Venue
S3 Sports Arena (A/C Indoor Stadium)
MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
🚗 How to Get There
By Train: Visakhapatnam Junction (VSKP) ≈ 6 km from venue
By Air: Visakhapatnam International Airport ≈ 13 km
By Bus: RTC Complex ≈ 5 km; frequent city transport
Local: Auto-rickshaws & cabs easily available
Join hundreds of passionate players for four days of top-class competition by the sea — the International FIDE Open Rating Chess Tournament 2025 in Visakhapatnam is your stage to shine!