SRM Founder’s Birthday Trophy 2026 – 1st International FIDE Rapid Rating Open Chess Tournament at SRM Bharathidasan Campus, Pudukkottai
SRM Founder’s Birthday Trophy – 2026
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Pudukkottai, August 2026: The , in association with , is organizing the Directorate of Sports, SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST)Golden Knights Chess Academy & Master Mind Chess AcademySRM Founder’s Birthday Trophy – SRM 1st International FIDE Rapid Rating Open Chess Tournament 2026 at , on SRM Bharathidasan Campus, Mathur, Pudukkottai23rd August 2026 (Sunday).
The tournament is being conducted under the aegis of the . The event is aimed at promoting competitive chess and providing players with an opportunity to gain valuable FIDE-rated tournament experience.Pudukkottai District Chess Association, Tamil Nadu State Chess Association (TNSCA) and All India Chess Federation (AICF)
The tournament carries an impressive , along with . Separate prizes will be awarded in various categories, including total prize fund of ₹2.5 lakh72 cash prizes and 80 trophiesOpen, Women, Veteran, Divyang Players and age categories Under-9, Under-11, Under-13 and Under-15. Trophies will also be awarded to all .Under-7 participants
The tournament will follow the as per the latest FIDE rules. The time control will be . The entry fee is , while players are eligible for free entry.Swiss System10 minutes + 5 seconds increment from Move 1₹1,250GM, IM, WGM and WIM
The organizing committee is headed by , along with , and , with the support of chess officials and the Pudukkottai District Chess Association.Dr. R. Mohanakrishnan, Director – Sports, SRMISTMr. Rajasekar G, DPE, SRMBCMs. V. Pushpalatha, ADPE, SRMBC
The tournament is expected to attract chess players from different parts of the country and will contribute significantly to the promotion and development of chess among young and emerging players.
The last date for entry is 21st August 2026.
The Directorate of Sports, SRMIST, invites chess enthusiasts, players and the public to witness and support this prestigious international-rated chess tournament.
