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FIDE RATED · OPEN · CLASSICAL · AICF EVENT CODE: 505328/UP/2027

Kapil Dev Khare Memorial
FIDE Rated Open Classical Chess Tournament

05–10 January 2027 · Gola Gokaran Nath, District Lakhimpur Kheri, Uttar Pradesh

Organised by Kapilash Foundation, in memory of Late Kapil Dev Khare

₹1,51,000
Total Prize Fund
10
Swiss Rounds
200
Expected Players
90+30
Min + Sec Increment
Open
Title Norms Available
About the tournament

A FIDE-rated classical open, hosted at the foot of the Gokarannath Shiva temple town

The Kapil Dev Khare Memorial FIDE Rated Open Classical Chess Tournament 2027 is organised by the Kapilash Foundation and recommended by the Lakhimpur District Chess Association. The event follows FIDE and AICF Laws of Chess, is open to all players regardless of rating, and will be conducted over 10 Swiss rounds using Swiss Manager pairing software.

AICF Event Code: 505328/UP/2027 Swiss System · 10 Rounds Time Control: 90 min + 30 sec/move from move 1 Open to all ratings Chess clocks on every board (FIDE rule)
Tournament schedule

05 – 10 January 2027

Two rounds a day from Day 2 onward, so all 10 rounds are completed within six days.

DateTimeEvent
05 Jan 202711:00 AMOpening Ceremony
05 Jan 202712:30 PMTechnical Meeting
05 Jan 20271:00 PMRound 1
06 Jan 20279:00 AMRound 2
06 Jan 20272:00 PMRound 3
07 Jan 20279:00 AMRound 4
07 Jan 20272:00 PMRound 5
08 Jan 20279:00 AMRound 6
08 Jan 20272:00 PMRound 7
09 Jan 20279:00 AMRound 8
09 Jan 20272:00 PMRound 9
10 Jan 20279:00 AMRound 10
10 Jan 20272:00 PMPrize Distribution Ceremony
Prize money — total ₹1,51,000

Open, rating and age category prizes

Amounts below are balanced to total ₹1,51,000, with each cash prize between ₹1,500 and ₹21,000 as specified by the organiser, and can still be adjusted before the entry form is released.

Open Prizes

RankPrize
1st₹21,000 + Trophy + Certificate
2nd₹15,000 + Trophy + Certificate
3rd₹11,000 + Trophy + Certificate
4th₹9,000 + Trophy + Certificate
5th₹7,500 + Trophy + Certificate
6th₹6,000 + Trophy + Certificate
7th₹5,000 + Trophy + Certificate
8th₹4,000 + Trophy + Certificate
9th₹3,500 + Trophy + Certificate
10th₹3,000 + Trophy + Certificate
11th – 15thTrophy + Certificate

Rating Category Prizes

Category1st2nd3rd4th & 5th
1600–1800₹3,500+T+C₹2,700+T+C₹1,800+T+CTrophy+Certificate
1400–1599₹3,500+T+C₹2,700+T+C₹1,800+T+CTrophy+Certificate
Unrated₹3,500+T+C₹2,700+T+C₹1,800+T+CTrophy+Certificate

Age Category Prizes (Boys & Girls separate)

Category1st2nd3rd4th & 5th
Under-15 Boys₹2,000+T+C₹1,750+T+C₹1,500+T+CTrophy+Certificate
Under-13 Girls₹2,000+T+C₹1,750+T+C₹1,500+T+CTrophy+Certificate
Under-11 Boys₹2,000+T+C₹1,750+T+C₹1,500+T+CTrophy+Certificate
Under-11 Girls₹2,000+T+C₹1,750+T+C₹1,500+T+CTrophy+Certificate
Under-09 Boys₹2,000+T+C₹1,750+T+C₹1,500+T+CTrophy+Certificate
Under-09 Girls₹2,000+T+C₹1,750+T+C₹1,500+T+CTrophy+Certificate
Under-07 Boys₹2,000+T+C₹1,750+T+C₹1,500+T+CTrophy+Certificate
Under-07 Girls₹2,000+T+C₹1,750+T+C₹1,500+T+CTrophy+Certificate

T+C = Trophy + Certificate. Prize money will not be shared — each player receives only their single highest applicable prize. Age-category players are eligible for prizes only in their own age category, and must be able to provide valid proof of age if asked.

Tournament rules & regulations

Playing conditions

  1. Total rounds: 10 rounds, Swiss System, paired using Swiss Manager.
  2. Eligibility: Open to all players — rated or unrated, any age, any nationality. Non-Indian players must hold a valid FIDE ID under their federation. Organisers reserve the right to accept or reject any entry.
  3. System of play: Conducted as per the latest FIDE Laws of Chess and AICF regulations.
  4. Time control: 90 minutes + 30 seconds increment per move, from move 1, for the entire game.
  5. AICF registration: All Indian participants must hold a valid AICF ID for 2026–27. Renew an existing ID at prs.aicf.in or register new at prs.aicf.in/new-register.
  6. Chess clocks: Provided on all boards, as per FIDE Rule.
  7. Tie-break: As per AICF/FIDE rules (Buchholz Cut-1, Buchholz, Sonneborn–Berger, direct encounter, and number of wins, in that order).
  8. Title norms: Available, subject to sufficient title-eligible entries and FIDE norm regulations being met.
  9. Electronic devices: Mobile phones and other electronic devices are not permitted in the playing hall.
  10. Discipline: Any player or accompanying person disrupting the decorum of the event may face exclusion from the tournament.
  11. Protests: Any protest against the Chief Arbiter's decision must be submitted to the Chief Arbiter in writing.
  12. PGN: Game notation (PGN) will not be provided for this event.
  13. Entry limit: Entries are limited to 200 participants, on a first-come, first-served basis.
  14. Decisions: The Chief Arbiter's decision on all playing matters is final; the organiser's decision on all other matters is final.
Venue & getting there

Neel Kanth Maidan, Shiv Corridor, Gola Gokaran Nath

Playing venue

Neel Kanth Maidan, Shiv Corridor, Mela Maidan, Gola Gokaran Nath, District Lakhimpur Kheri, Uttar Pradesh. The tournament hall is well ventilated and illuminated, and space is available for players and accompanying persons to rest between rounds.

Nearby transport: Gola Gokarannath Railway Station and Bus Station are both about 300 metres from the venue.

While you're in Gola Gokaran Nath

Gola Gokaran Nath Shiv Temple & Corridor: One of Uttar Pradesh's most revered Shiva temples, currently being developed into a large temple corridor. A short visit is easily possible around the playing schedule.

Dudhwa National Park & Tiger Reserve: Roughly 60–70 km / about 1.5–2 hours by road from Gola Gokaran Nath — one of North India's major tiger reserves, on the Indo-Nepal border. Players and families wishing to combine the trip with a safari should plan permits and jeep/elephant safari bookings in advance.

Accommodation

Stay arrangements

Players are requested to make their own arrangements for stay. For assistance finding suitable accommodation in and around Gola Gokaran Nath, please contact the accommodation helpline:

Accommodation Helpline8578986737  /  9455049026
Entry fee & registration

₹1,500 per player

Entry Fee₹1,500 per player
Expected Participation200 players
How to registerFill the online registration form and pay via UPI (QR code included in the form)

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Arbiters

Chief Arbiter & Deputy Arbiter

Chief ArbiterMr Anand Singh (FIDE ID 33387648) · anandsingh.chess@gmail.com
Deputy ArbiterJitendra Singh (FIDE ID 25117882)
Organiser & contact

Kapilash Foundation

Organiser

NameShipra Khare
OrganisationKapilash Foundation
AddressPachimi Dixitana, Gola Gokaran Nath, Lakhimpur Kheri, UP
Mobile8299014815
Emailshipradkhare@gmail.com

Organizing Committee

Names to be added by the organiser.

Recommended by

Manjeet SinghSecretary, Lakhimpur District Chess Association