🏆 GRAND ONLINE CHESS TOURNAMENT 2026
Organized by Brainiac Chess Academy
About the Tournament
Brainiac Chess Academy proudly presents the Grand Online Chess Tournament 2026, a professionally organized and highly competitive online event designed for chess players of all ages and skill levels.
This tournament offers participants a valuable opportunity to:
• Compete in a fair, structured, and professional environment
• Win exciting cash prizes along with exclusive coaching rewards
• Gain real tournament experience from the comfort of home
• Enhance practical chess skills through live competitive play
Whether you are a beginner, an intermediate player, or an experienced competitor, this event provides the perfect platform to test your abilities, challenge yourself, and grow in the game of chess.
📅 Tournament Details
📅 Date: Sunday, 5 April 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM (IST)
💻 Platform: Lichess (Online)
♟️ Format: Swiss System – 8 Rounds
⏳ Time Control: 10 Minutes + 5 Seconds Increment
⌛ Duration: Approx. 3–4 Hours
All participants must report before the tournament start time.
🏆 Grand Prize Pool Announcement🏅
Get ready to compete in an exciting battle of strategy and skill! ♟️
🏆 GRAND ONLINE CHESS TOURNAMENT 2026
🎓 Special Coaching Rewards
Get ready to compete in an exciting battle of strategy and skill! ♟️
- ✅ 1 Month Master Level Coaching
- ✅ Training by FIDE Rated Coaches of Brainiac Chess Academy
- ✅ Structured improvement plan
- (Coaching prizes are non-transferable and cannot be converted into cash.)
📜 Participation Benefits
Every registered player receives:
- ✅ Digital Participation Certificate
- ✅ Professional tournament experience
- ✅ Fair-play monitored games
- ✅ Rating improvement exposure
- ✅ Opportunity to win coaching scholarships
🏆 Chess Tournament Guide ♟️🔥
🔥 ENTRY FEE 🔥
💳 EARLY BIRD OFFER ✨ ₹199 Only
🎯 Limited to First 200 Players
💳 REGULAR ENTRY 💰 ₹299
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE
❌ Fees are Non-Refundable
❌ Fees are Non-Transferable
🧑💻 TOURNAMENT FORMAT & FAIR PLAY
✅ Fair Play Guidelines
To ensure transparency and fair competition, all players must follow:
🎥 Remain LIVE on Zoom throughout the tournament
📷 Camera must be ON during all games
🖥️ Screen sharing is mandatory
🌐 Ensure a stable internet connection
⚠️ Violations May Include
⏱️ Zoom disconnection exceeding 2 minutes
🚫 Camera turned OFF during gameplay
❌ Improper or no screen sharing
🤖 Use of external assistance / chess engines
🚨 Penalty System
⚠️ 1st Violation → Warning
❌ 2nd Violation → Disqualification
💰 PRIZE STRUCTURE
🏆 Total Prize Value
💸 ₹71,750
💵 Cash Prize Pool
💰 ₹31,750
🎓 Coaching Prize Pool
📚 ₹40,000
🎁 Total Prizes
🏅 120+ Winners
🔐 PLAYER REQUIREMENTS
🧑💻 Participants Must Have:
💻 Laptop/Desktop with a stable internet connection
♟️ Active Lichess Account
🎥 Access to Zoom
🔇 Quiet & disturbance-free environment
⚠️ The Lichess username provided during registration must match the playing account and cannot be changed later.
🏅 PRIZE DISTRIBUTION & RESULTS
💰 Players are eligible for only ONE cash prize
🎓 Scholarship prizes cannot be converted into cash
🔒 Scholarship prizes are non-transferable (players may opt out if not interested)
⏳ Results will be declared within 72 hours after fair-play verification
✅ Prizes will be distributed after verification is completed
📢 Brainiac Chess Academy reserves the full right to:
🚫 Disqualify Participants
Disqualify any participant found engaging in unfair practices or violating fair play guidelines
⚙️ Modify Rules
Modify tournament rules and regulations when necessary to ensure smooth and efficient conduct of the event
⚖️ Final Decision Authority
Make final and binding decisions in all matters related to disputes, results, and tournament proceedings
✅ Participant Agreement
By registering for the tournament, all participants acknowledge and agree to comply with all rules and regulations set forth by Brainiac Chess Academy