Rapid Chess Tournament

Chess Tournament | IEEE DAY'26

• Get ready to put your strategy, calculation and decision-making skills to the test at the IEEE DAY'26 Rapid Chess Tournament, organized by IEEE MAIT Student Branch.
• The competition will bring together college students for an intense on-campus chess showdown featuring a 10+2 Rapid time control and a single-elimination knockout format.
• Registrations are limited to 100 participants, with 64 players advancing to the main knockout tournament.

Official Participant Communication:

• All registered participants must join the official IEEE DAY'26 Chess Tournament WhatsApp group.
• Important updates regarding selection of the Top 64 participants, reporting time, venue, tournament schedule, pairings and other announcements will be communicated through the group.
• Join the Official Chess Tournament WhatsApp Group

Event Details:

• Date: 15th October 2026
• Venue: Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology, New Delhi
• Mode: Offline
• Participation: Individual
• Maximum Registrations: 100 Participants
• Main Tournament: Top 64 Participants
• Format: Single-Elimination Rapid Knockout
• Time Control: 10 minutes + 2 seconds increment per move (10+2)
• Prize Pool: ₹5,000

Tournament Format:

The main tournament will consist of 64 participants competing in a single-elimination knockout format.

The progression will be:

Round of 64 → Round of 32 → Round of 16 → Quarterfinals → Semifinals → Final

The winner of each match advances to the next round, while the losing player is eliminated from the tournament.

Selection for Main Tournament:

• A maximum of 100 participants may register for the competition.
• From the registered participants, the Top 64 players will be selected based on their chess rating and will advance to the main knockout tournament.
• Participants are therefore required to provide their FIDE rating and/or Chess.com/Lichess rating, wherever applicable, during registration.
• In case a participant does not have an official FIDE rating, the organizing team may consider the submitted online chess rating or other available rating information for shortlisting.

Rules & Gameplay:

• The tournament will follow a Rapid Chess format.
• Each player will receive 10 minutes of base time with a 2-second increment after every move (10+2).
• The tournament will follow a single-elimination knockout format.
• Players must report at the venue within the communicated reporting time.
• The touch-move rule will be applicable during matches.
• Players must operate their chess clock correctly after every move.
• Mobile phones, chess engines, external assistance or any other unfair means during a match are strictly prohibited.
• Participants are expected to maintain fair play and proper conduct throughout the tournament.
• Draw claims such as repetition, stalemate and other applicable chess rules will be handled according to the tournament rules and the decision of the tournament officials.
• Participants arriving after the permitted reporting/match time may be subject to forfeiture.
• Any dispute arising during a match must immediately be brought to the attention of the tournament officials.
• The decision of the Chief Arbiter / Tournament Officials regarding match-related disputes will be final.
• Participants must carry a valid college ID card.

Eligibility:

• Open to college students.
• Participation is individual.
• Participants from different colleges are welcome to register.
• A valid college ID may be required for verification at the venue.
• Registration must be completed within the specified registration window.

Registration Details:

Registration Deadline:

- 14th October 2026

Maximum Registrations:

- 100 Participants

Main Tournament Capacity:

• 64 Participants
• Once registrations are closed and the final Top 64 are confirmed, further details will be communicated through the official WhatsApp group.

Important Participant Guidelines

• Participants must complete their registration through Unstop.
• Participants must join the official WhatsApp group after registering.
• Players should report according to the schedule communicated by the organizers.
• Participants are responsible for checking official updates before the tournament.
• Failure to report on time may result in forfeiture of the participant's slot.
• Participants must follow the instructions of the organizing team and tournament officials throughout the event.

Important Note: Accommodation will not be provided by the organizers. Participants are required to make their own stay arrangements, if needed.