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LBHM CHESS FESTIVAL 2026, 22nd Late Bharatbai Halkude Memorial, Open Fide Blitz Rating Chess Tournament
2026-05-22
♟️ LBHM Chess Festival 2026 – Pune ♟️
18th to 26th May 2026
Dear Chess Players & Parents,
We are delighted to announce the prestigious LBHM Chess Festival 2026, Pune — one of India’s most well-organized events with a massive prize fund and grand arrangements.
🏆 Total Prize Fund: ₹32,22,111
🏅 Total 975 Prizes
* 389 Cash Prizes
* 294 Trophies
* 292 Medals
📍 Venue: Dhruv Global School, Undri, Pune
🔥 Events: Open • Rapid • Blitz • Below 1800
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LBHM CHESS FESTIVAL 2026, 23rd Late Bharatbai Halkude Memorial, Open Fide Rapid Rating Chess Tournament
2026-05-23

LBHM CHESS FESTIVAL - 2026, 21st Late Bharatbai Halkude Memorial, Fide Rating B-1800 Chess Tournament
2026-05-24 - 2026-05-26

11th KICC Open Chess Festival
2026-05-30 - 2026-05-31
11th KICC Open Chess Festival
On 30th and 31st May 2026
Venue- Lokshahir Annabhau Sathe Smarak Sabhagruha (AC Hall)
Featuring 3 Tournaments in 2 Days
– Long Rapid (25 min + 10 sec)
– Blitz Clash
– Team Battle #5 (Battle of Kingdoms)
Registration link: https://circlechess.com/registration?id=50411
Individual players interested in Team Battle may join whatsapp group to discuss team formation – https://chat.whatsapp.com/JnJDKv1353fIdQiQEeygr2?mode=gi_t
Download Full Broucher – 11th KICC Open Chess-Fest (30-31 May)

Maharashtra State U7 Chess Championship 2026
2026-05-30 - 2026-05-31

BKT Rapid Chess Tournament
2026-06-14
Chess players in Pune have a fantastic opportunity to end their summer vacation on a competitive and exciting note. The “Enjoy the Last Day of Summer Vacation Rapid Chess Tournament” is scheduled to take place on Sunday, 14th June 2026, promising a full day of intense battles, learning, and fun for players of all age groups.
Organized by Buddhibal Kreeda Trust and recognized by the Pune District Chess Circle, this event is expected to attract strong participation from across the region. With a well-structured format and attractive prize fund, the tournament is ideal for both aspiring young players and experienced competitors.

Tournament Format and Categories
The tournament is divided into three groups to ensure fair competition:

Group A – Open Category
Group B – Under-14 (Born on or after 01-01-2012)
Group C – Under-10 (Born on or after 01-01-2016)

Each group is limited to the first 70 entries, making early registration essential. The event will follow a 7-round Swiss League format, with a time control of 15 minutes plus 10 seconds increment per move.
Venue and Schedule
The tournament will be held at Shree Ganesh Sabhagruh, Karve Road, Pune, a well-known venue for chess events in the city. Players are required to report by 8:30 AM, followed by the players’ meeting and inauguration.
Round 1 begins at 9:15 AM, and the tournament will continue throughout the day with scheduled breaks, concluding with prize distribution at around 5:30 PM.
This structured schedule ensures a smooth playing experience while allowing players to stay focused and perform at their best.
Prize Fund and Entry Details
The tournament boasts a total prize fund of ₹35,000, distributed across all three categories.

Group A (Open): ₹17,000
Group B (Under-14): ₹10,000
Group C (Under-10): ₹8,000

Winners will receive cash prizes along with trophies and mementos. Additional prizes are also available for categories such as Best Woman, Best Veteran, and Best Unrated players, encouraging broader participation.
The entry fee is ₹400, making it accessible for most players. However, entries will close either upon reaching capacity or by 12th June 2026, 6 PM, whichever comes first.
Full Details
Bkt Rapid Chess Tournament .pdf

4th GH Raisoni Memorial Pune International FIDE Rapid Rating Chess Tournament 2026
2026-07-05 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
♟️🔥 4th G.H. Raisoni Memorial Pune International FIDE Rapid Rating Chess Tournament 2026 🔥♟️
📍 Venue: G.H. Raisoni Institute of Engineering & Management, Wagholi, Pune
📅 Date: 5th July 2026
💰 Total Prize Fund: ₹3,00,000/-
🏆 Top Prize Structure:
🥇 1st Prize – ₹41,000
🥈 2nd Prize – ₹30,000
🥉 3rd Prize – ₹25,000
🎖️ Cash Prizes up to 20th Rank
🎯 Special & Category Prizes:
✔️ Rating Prizes (1800–1601, 1600–1400, Unrated) ✔️ Age Categories: U-7, U-9, U-11, U-13, U-15, U-19
✔️ Veteran (55+) & Specially Abled
🏆 Trophies for Top 10 Boys & Girls in each category
🔗 Register Now:
https://rzp.io/rzp/a19hDki1⁠
Whats group link:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/I7CLx4iIQaZIpNBE2JY9i1
NOTE Only 300 entries on a first-come, first-served basis.
Full Details – 4th G.H. RAISONI Pune Rapid Rating Chess Tournament 2026.pdf

1st Late MLA Vinayakrao Nimhan Memorial Open FIDE Rapid Rating Chess Tournament, Pune 2026
2026-08-01
