Tournament Info

Terms & Conditions

Eligibility: Open to all players.

System of Play:

• FIDE Swiss System
• Time Control: 10 minutes + 5 seconds increment from move 1
• Number of Rounds: 9
• Default (Walk over) Time: 10 minutes
• FIDE Rapid Regulations will apply and latest FIDE Laws of Chess will be followed

Tie-Breaks:

• Buchholz Cut 1, Buchholz, Sonneborn-Berger, Direct Encounter, Greater number of wins (including forfeits), Number of wins with Black pieces

Restrictions:

• Players are strictly prohibited from carrying or using any electronic devices including all types of wristwatches and mobile phones inside the playing area.

International Players:

• A valid FIDE ID is mandatory.

All India Chess Federation (AICF) Player Registration:

• Mandatory for Indian Players. Annual AICF registration fee: Rs.300/- (FY 2026–2027).
• Payment must be completed online before the tournament registration.
• New registration: https://prs.aicf.in/new-register
• Renewal: https://prs.aicf.in/player

Chess Association Kerala (CAK) Player Registration:

• Mandatory for Kerala Players. Annual CAK registration fee: Rs.100/- (FY 2026).
• Payment must be completed online before the tournament registration.
• New Registration / Renewal: https://www.keralachessassociation.com/membership/registration

Appeals Committee:

• Will be constituted during the technical meeting.

Protests:

• Protests, if any against the decision of the arbiter shall be made in writing within 5 minutes of the incident
• Protest fee: ₹2,000/- (refundable only if appeal is upheld)
• The Appeals Committee’s decision is final and binding

Withdrawals:

• Players may withdraw at any stage of the tournament after informing the Chief Arbiter in writing.

Registration:

• Only through Chessmii.com
• Spot entries will not be accepted

Prizes:

• One (higher) prize per player
• Proof of Date of Birth may be required for category prizes. By registering for the tournament players are abide to present the Date of Birth Proof / Identity proof for the given tournament
• Attendance at the Prize Distribution Ceremony is mandatory
• Best Academy: Eligibility is limited to academies with a minimum of 20 participants. The total points scored by all players from the academy will be considered.
• Cash prizes will be credited via Chessmii.com wallet on or before 30/07/2026
• Indian Income Tax Rules (Section 194B) will apply to cash prizes

Payments & Refund Policy:

• Transaction charges will be applicable for registration and refunds.
• Refund requests must be submitted through Chessmii.com.
• Full Refund till 23/07/2026 | 50% Refund on 24/07/2026 | 30% Refund on 25/07/2026. Refund requests will not be accepted after 25/07/2026, as arrangements will already have been made based on registrations
• Players failing to complete valid AICF / CAK registration will not be allowed to participate in this tournament and will not be eligible for a refund

Media Consent:

• By registering the tournament, players consent to organizers taking and using photos/videos for print and online media.
• Only approved personnel are permitted to take photos or videos in the playing area.

Other:

• Organizers reserve the right to accept/reject any entry without assigning a reason
• Organizers may make changes to the event schedule or regulations at any time with approval from concerned associations.
• Organizers are not responsible for transportation, accommodation, or any personal inconveniences
• Participants must reach the venue as per the schedule mentioned

Interpretation:

• Any matters not covered by the above rules will be decided by the Tournament Committee, whose decision is final and binding.