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.
ποΈ Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| ποΈ Dates | 25 β 28 December 2025 |
| π Location | S3 Sports Arena (A/C Indoor Stadium), MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| βοΈ Format | 8 Rounds Swiss System |
| π΅ Entry Fee | βΉ3,000 per player (Free for GM, IM, WGM, WIM) |
| β Rating | FIDE Rated (Classical) |
| β Eligibility | Open to all players registered with AICF (2025β2026) |
| π― Prize Fund | βΉ5,00,000 total (Main + Category + Age Prizes) |
| π§ AICF Event Code | 432739/AP/2025 |
π Prize Fund
Main Prizes
| Rank | Prize (βΉ) |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 11thβ20th | 5,000 each |
| 21stβ30th | 4,500 each |
| 31stβ35th | 4,000 each |
Category Prizes (Rating Groups)
| Category | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1701β1800 | 9,000 | 8,000 | 6,000 | 5,000 | 4,000 |
| 1601β1700 | 9,000 | 8,000 | 6,000 | 5,000 | 4,000 |
| 1501β1600 | 9,000 | 8,000 | 6,000 | 5,000 | 4,000 |
| 1400β1500 | 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 (βΉ) | 2nd (βΉ) | 3rd (βΉ) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
π 50 trophies (5 for boys and 5 for girls in each age group)
| Category | Boys | Girls |
|---|---|---|
| Under-7 | 1st βΉ3,000 β’ 2nd βΉ2,000 β’ 3rdβ5th Trophy each | 1st βΉ3,000 β’ 2nd βΉ2,000 β’ 3rdβ5th Trophy each |
| Under-9 | 1st βΉ3,000 β’ 2nd βΉ2,000 β’ 3rdβ5th Trophy each | 1st βΉ3,000 β’ 2nd βΉ2,000 β’ 3rdβ5th Trophy each |
| Under-11 | 1st βΉ3,000 β’ 2nd βΉ2,000 β’ 3rdβ5th Trophy each | 1st βΉ3,000 β’ 2nd βΉ2,000 β’ 3rdβ5th Trophy each |
| Under-13 | 1st βΉ3,000 β’ 2nd βΉ2,000 β’ 3rdβ5th Trophy each | 1st βΉ3,000 β’ 2nd βΉ2,000 β’ 3rdβ5th Trophy each |
| Under-15 | 1st βΉ3,000 β’ 2nd βΉ2,000 β’ 3rdβ5th Trophy each | 1st βΉ3,000 β’ 2nd βΉ2,000 β’ 3rdβ5th Trophy each |
β±οΈ Time Control & Rules
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8 Rounds Swiss System (FIDE Laws of Chess)
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Time Control: 90 minutes + 30 seconds increment from move 1
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Default Time: 15 minutes after start
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Tiebreaks: Buchholz Cut-1 β’ Buchholz β’ Sonneborn-Berger β’ Direct Encounter β’ Number of Wins β’ Wins with Black
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Protest Fee: βΉ1,000 (refundable if upheld)
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Electronic Devices: Strictly prohibited in the playing hall
π Schedule
| Round | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Reporting | 25 Dec 2025 | 9:00 AM |
| Inauguration | 25 Dec 2025 | 9:30 AM |
| Playersβ 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 |
π Registration & Payment
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Entry Fee: βΉ3,000 per player (Free for titled players)
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Last Date (without fine): 15 December 2025, 9:00 PM
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Last Date (with βΉ500 fine): 23 December 2025, 5:00 PM
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Entry Limit: 500 players (first-come, first-served)
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Food & Accommodation: Self-arranged by players
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Andhra Players: Register via apchess.org
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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
π₯ 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
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Tournament Director: Dr. R. Babu Rao (President, AVCA) π 9849371760
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Director: V. Srikanth, FA (Sri Chess Academy) π 9989971232
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Chief Arbiter: G. V. Kumar, IA
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Organizing Secretary: Phani Kumar N. M., IA
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Advisor: K. V. V. Sarma, FA (ACA)
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President, ACA: A. Suresh Kumar
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Secretary, ACA: K. Jagadeesh
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Secretary, AVCA: S. Manikanta Rao
π¨ Venue
S3 Sports Arena (A/C Indoor Stadium)
MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
π How to Get There
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By Train: Visakhapatnam Junction (VSKP) β 6 km from venue
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By Air: Visakhapatnam International Airport β 13 km
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By Bus: RTC Complex β 5 km; frequent city transport
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Local: Auto-rickshaws & cabs easily available
Join hundreds of passionate players for four days of top-class competition by the sea β the International FIDE Open Rating Chess Tournament 2025 in Visakhapatnam is your stage to shine!
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