Viyugam International FIDE Rated Open 2026 will take place from August 12–16, 2026 at Hall of Chess, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai, India. The five-day open brings a large FIDE-rated field to Chennai’s dedicated chess venue.
Moreover, the tournament has nine Swiss-system rounds. Players receive 90 minutes plus a 30-second increment from move one. The organizer registers the event for FIDE classical rating through the All India Chess Federation.
In addition, the award package includes cash, smart televisions and chess clocks, giving players several overall and category targets. The published cash fund is INR 600,000 / approx. $6,370, plus 12 smart TVs and 10 chess clocks.
Meanwhile, the Hall of Chess provides a purpose-built tournament environment inside the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium complex. Chennai Central railway station, the metro network and city roads provide several access options.
Therefore, players should review the registration rules, schedule, accommodation conditions and official documents before making travel arrangements. Indian players should confirm current AICF registration and complete the organizer’s entry process before the deadline.
🗓️ Event Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 📅 Dates | August 12–16, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| 🏛️ Venue | Hall of Chess, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium |
| ♟️ Format | 9-round Swiss system |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 90 minutes + 30 seconds per move |
| ⭐ Rating | FIDE rated |
| 💰 Prize Package | INR 600,000 / approx. $6,370, plus 12 smart TVs and 10 chess clocks |
| 👤 Organizer | Viyugam Chess Academy |
| 🌐 Chess-Results | https://chess-results.com/tnr1426506.aspx?lan=1 |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The open consists of nine Swiss-system rounds. Each player receives 90 minutes for the game with a 30-second increment from move one.
The tournament is registered for FIDE classical rating calculation.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| System | Swiss system |
| Rounds | 9 |
| Time Control | 90 minutes + 30 seconds per move |
| Rating | FIDE classical rating |
Moreover, players should check the official pairing publication before every round and report any discrepancy immediately to the arbiter.
Therefore, participants should arrive early enough to find their board, prepare the scoresheet and place all electronic devices in the required condition.
🏆 Prize Fund
The published prize package includes INR 600,000 / approx. $6,370 in cash, together with 12 smart televisions and 10 chess clocks.
| Prize Component | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash Prize Fund | INR 600,000 / approx. $6,370 |
| Smart TVs | 12 |
| Chess Clocks | 10 |
📝 Registration
The tournament is listed in the All India Chess Federation event directory. Online entry is available through the approved registration platforms.
| Registration Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| AICF Event ID | 478180 |
| Registration Platform | https://www.chessentry.in/ |
| admin@viyugamchessacademy.in | |
| Phone | +91 95004 73599 / +91 99427 92888 |
In addition, players should keep a copy of their payment or registration confirmation and verify that their name appears on the official participant list.
👤 Organizer
| Organizer Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organizer | Viyugam Chess Academy |
| Representative | Lokesh N. |
| Chief Arbiter | IA Arasu B. |
| admin@viyugamchessacademy.in | |
| Phone 1 | +91 95004 73599 |
| Phone 2 | +91 99427 92888 |
📍 Venue
Hall of Chess, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium – Chennai 600003, Tamil Nadu, India
The Hall of Chess hosts all nine rounds inside the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium complex.
Moreover, the dedicated chess facility provides an appropriate setting for a large international-rated open.
🚆 How to Get There
The stadium complex lies close to Chennai Central and the city’s main transport corridors. Therefore, players can reach it by rail, metro, bus, taxi or app-based transport.
Because the complex contains several sports facilities, visitors should specify the Hall of Chess when arranging the final drop-off.
| Travel Option | Practical Information |
|---|---|
| By Air | Fly to Chennai International Airport, then continue by metro, taxi or app-based transport. |
| By Train | Chennai Central is the nearest major railway terminal. |
| By Metro | Use the Chennai Metro network and continue to the stadium area. |
| By Road | Ask the driver for the Hall of Chess inside Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. |
ℹ️ Other Information
The event appears in the All India Chess Federation directory under event ID 478180.
In addition, Indian players must maintain the registrations required by AICF and the relevant state or district authorities.
Key Tournament Rules
| Rule | Information |
|---|---|
| Rounds | 9 |
| Rating | FIDE classical rating |
| AICF Event ID | 478180 |
| Prize Package | INR 600,000, 12 smart TVs and 10 chess clocks |
Practical Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organizer Contact | +91 95004 73599 / +91 99427 92888 |
Official Resources
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Viyugam Chess Academy | https://viyugamchessacademy.in/ |
| AICF Event Directory | https://aicf.in/all-events/ |
Plan your participation carefully: confirm the latest registration status, room availability and organizer instructions before booking non-refundable travel.
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $6,370
Organizer
♟️ About the Organizer
Viyugam Chess Academy is a chess training institution and tournament organizer with branches in Chennai, Thiruvallur, and Hosur, Tamil Nadu, India. The academy began in 2014 after chess players Surendran N, Sekar B, Lokesh N, and Pradeep discussed creating a professional chess training center.
The academy now operates three confirmed branches. Surendran N manages the Thiruninravur branch, Sekar B is listed for the Kolathur branch, and Lokesh N is the contact for the Hosur branch. All three are experienced FIDE-rated players and coaches.
Viyugam Chess Academy offers individual coaching, group training, online lessons, and an intensive stay-and-learn program. Its courses serve beginners, intermediate players, and advanced tournament players. The official website also lists a wider coaching team that supports students at different playing levels.
🏆 Chess Events and Activities
Viyugam Chess Academy organizes and supports FIDE-rated tournaments in Tamil Nadu. Its confirmed activities include international open tournaments, rating-restricted events, academy competitions, and national championship events organized with partner academies and chess authorities.
The Viyugam Chess Academy International FIDE Rated Open Chess Tournament 2026 takes place from August 12 to 16, 2026, at the Hall of Chess, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai. The event uses a 9-round Swiss-system format. Each player receives 90 minutes plus a 30-second increment from move one. Chess-Results lists Lokesh N as tournament director and IA Arasu B as chief arbiter.
The published tournament package includes ₹600,000 in cash prizes, 12 smart televisions, and 10 chess clocks. AICF lists the tournament under event code 478180/TN/2026, while the Tamil Nadu Chess Association lists it under approval number RO-17/CHE/26-27.
The academy also organized an International FIDE Rated Below-1600 Open in Chennai in January 2026. That event featured nine rounds and FIDE rating calculation. Viyugam Chess Academy also worked with Ananthi Chess Academy on the 13th National Amateur Chess Championship 2026 in Hosur, where Lokesh N served as organizing secretary.
🌍 Chess Training and Player Development
Viyugam Chess Academy combines regular instruction with practical tournament experience. Students can attend in-person programs at its branches or join online coaching. The training structure includes game analysis, tactical and strategic work, guided practice, and preparation for competitive events.
The academy’s three-branch structure gives players access to coaching in different parts of Tamil Nadu. Its Thiruninravur and Kolathur branches serve the Chennai and Thiruvallur areas, while the Hosur branch supports players closer to the Tamil Nadu–Karnataka border.
Through coaching, academy events, national competitions, and international FIDE-rated tournaments, Viyugam Chess Academy creates a route from chess instruction to formal competition. Its current tournament work includes both open events and rating-category competitions for players seeking official over-the-board experience.
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