Choose Your Category
Two separate tournaments run simultaneously under the same roof. Register for the one that matches your age or experience level.
Junior Rapid
Open to players aged 12 years and below. All skill levels welcome - from beginners to rated players.
- Age: 12 years & under
- 5 Rounds · Swiss System
- Time Control: 15 + 5 min
- Trophies & Chess Sets
Open Rapid
Open to all ages - including titled players. No upper age or rating limit. Everyone is welcome to compete!
- Open to all ages
- 5 Rounds · Swiss System
- Time Control: 15 + 5 min
- Cash Prizes up to ₹2,500
Day Schedule
Both categories follow the same schedule and run simultaneously in the same venue.
Time Control
- 10:00 AM🎤 Opening CeremonyRules explanation, FIDE laws of chess briefing, player introductions
- 11:00 AM♟ Round 1First round begins for both categories simultaneously
- 12:00 PM♟ Round 2Pairings based on Round 1 results
- 2:00 PM♟ Round 3Post-lunch round - lunch break 12:45 - 1:45 PM
- 3:00 PM♟ Round 4
- 4:00 PM♟ Round 5 - Final RoundDeciding round · Leaderboard updated live
- 5:30 PM🏆 Prize Distribution CeremonyAwards presented by TheChessLifestyle coaches · Group photos
Compete for Incredible Prizes
Both categories offer rich rewards to celebrate the winners and reward participation at every level.
🧡 Under 12 Category - Prizes
♚ Open Category - Prizes
🌟 Plus: Chess Sets & 50% Coaching Discounts (worth ₹2,000/mo for a year). Total benefits worth ₹24,000 per participant - provided to the top 50 participants!
Beyond the Board
An unforgettable day for the whole family - not just the players.
Parent & Guardian Lounge
While players battle on the board, parents can relax, win prizes, and enjoy a dedicated resting area!
- 🎓 Expert Career Counselling - Free guidance sessions throughout the event
- 💌 "Letter to My Champion" - Write a heartfelt note to your child; we hand it to them at the closing ceremony & record their priceless reactions
- 🎲 Classic Games & Prizes - Musical Chairs, Dumb Charades, Bingo & Event Lucky Draw
- ♟️ Chess-Themed Challenges - Blind Knight Challenge, Guess the Piece Count, Chess Word Scramble, Spoon Race with a Pawn & Pawn-on-a-Lemon Water Balance
- 🧠 Parent Trivia - Play "How well do you know your kids?" to win exclusive gear
Exclusive Merch & Memories
Walk away with premium event gear and memories that will last a lifetime.
- 🏆 Massive Prize Pool & Giveaways - Our gift tables are loaded with professional chess clocks, chess bags, personalised t-shirts, caps, mugs, keychains, water bottles, notepads, pens & stickers
- 🤳 Selfie Zone - Celebrate your victories and capture tournament memories at our custom photo station
The Player Experience
Compete in a professional atmosphere designed to bring out your best game.
- ♟️ Pro-Level Equipment - Compete on premium international-standard chess boards and sets
- 🌐 Global Tracking - Official pairings and standings published live on chess-results.com & chesscircuit.in
- 📸 In the Spotlight - Event coverage and media presence by prominent chess influencers
- 🥤 Stay Fuelled - Complimentary refreshments provided for every participating player
Special Discounts & Free Entry
We believe chess is for everyone. Generous concessions apply across several categories of participants.
Raghav Global Students
Students of Raghav Global School receive a discount on entry fee.
25% OffSenior Citizens
Respect for experience - senior citizen participants receive a discount.
25% OffEarly Bird
Register before 20th October 2026 to lock in the early bird discount.
25% OffFemale Participants
Encouraging more women in chess - all female participants receive a discount.
25% OffFIDE Titled Players
All FIDE Titled players (GM, IM, FM, CM, WGM, WIM, WFM, WCM) get free entry.
100% FREEDivyang Participants
Persons with disabilities receive a discount on registration as part of our inclusion initiative.
25% Off* Concessions are non-cumulative. The best applicable discount will be applied. Please carry valid proof at the venue.
Register Now
Select your category below and fill in your details. Limited seats - register early!
Junior Rapid Registration
Entry Fee: ₹300 · Time Control: 15+5 · 31 October 2026
Open Rapid Registration
Entry Fee: ₹500 · Time Control: 15+5 · 31 October 2026