🏆 Hutatma Rajguru One Day Rapid Chess Tournament 2026 – Pune
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The chess community in Maharashtra is set to witness an exciting and meaningful event as the Hutatma Rajguru One Day Rapid Chess Tournament 2026 comes to Rajgurunagar, Pune. Organized by Janiv Jagruti Manch, Rajgurunagar, this tournament is more than just a competition—it is a strategic initiative aimed at developing grassroots chess talent in rural areas.
Whether you are a beginner, a young aspiring player, or a seasoned competitor, this event provides a high-value competitive platform with attractive prizes and professional management.
📅 Event Overview
- Event Code: PDCC/013/2026-27
- Date: Sunday, 10th May 2026
- Venue: Anandi Anand Mangal Karyalay, Ganesh Chowk, Rajgurunagar, Tal. Khed, Dist. Pune – 410 505
- Time Control: 15 Minutes + 5 Seconds Increment
- Entry Deadline: 08th May 2026 (till 11 PM)
🎯 Why You Should Participate
This tournament has been carefully structured to deliver maximum value and exposure:
- ✅ ₹37,000 Total Prize Fund
- ✅ 20 Trophies + 50 Medals
- ✅ Multiple Categories for fair competition
- ✅ Professional arbitration by experienced officials
- ✅ Ideal platform for rating preparation & competitive growth
- ✅ Strong focus on rural chess development
💰 Entry Fee Structure
- ₹400/- – Open Category & Other Players
- ₹300/- – Under 9, Under 15 & Under 20
🏅 Prize Structure
🔹 Open Category
- 1st Prize: ₹4000 + Trophy
- 2nd Prize: ₹3000 + Trophy
- 3rd Prize: ₹1000 + Trophy
- 4th–7th: Cash + Medals
- 8th–15th: Medals
🔹 Under 20 Category
- 1st Prize: ₹2100 + Trophy
- 2nd Prize: ₹1000 + Trophy
- 3rd Prize: ₹500 + Trophy
- 4th–5th: Cash + Medals
- 6th–10th: Medals
🔹 Under 9 Category
- 1st Prize: ₹1100 + Trophy
- 2nd Prize: ₹700 + Trophy
- 3rd Prize: ₹500 + Trophy
- 4th–5th: Cash + Medals
- 6th–10th: Medals
🔹 Under 15 Category
- 1st Prize: ₹1100 + Trophy
- 2nd Prize: ₹700 + Trophy
- 3rd Prize: ₹500 + Trophy
- 4th–5th: Cash + Medals
- 6th–10th: Medals
🔹 Senior Citizen (Above 58)
- 1st Prize: ₹2100 + Trophy
- 2nd Prize: ₹1000 + Medal
- 3rd Prize: ₹700 + Medal
🔹 Women (Above 18)
- 1st Prize: ₹2100 + Trophy
- 2nd Prize: ₹1000 + Medal
- 3rd Prize: ₹700 + Medal
🔹 Taluka Special Prizes (Khed, Ambegaon & Junnar)
- 1st Prize: ₹1500 + Trophy
- 2nd Prize: ₹1000 + Trophy
- 3rd Prize: ₹500 + Medal
- 4th–5th: Medals
📍 Venue & Facilities
The tournament will be hosted at a spacious and accessible venue:
Anandi Anand Mangal Karyalay, Rajgurunagar
Additional facilities include:
- ✔️ Dedicated parking areas
- ✔️ Comfortable playing environment
- ✔️ Easy accessibility from nearby towns
📲 How to Register
Players can register quickly through:
- Google Form Registration
- WhatsApp Group Entry
- UPI Payment (GPay / PhonePe)
👉 Payment Number: 9767086201
👉 UPI ID: sunilmanjare31@oksbi
📞 Contact & Tournament Officials
- Sunil V. Manjare: 9767086201
- Chief Arbiter: F.A. Gurujitsingh – 7972393377
🚀 Strategic Vision: Building the Future of Chess
This tournament is part of a larger mission—to identify, nurture, and elevate chess talent from rural India. By providing structured competition and recognition, the initiative aims to bridge the gap between rural players and mainstream chess opportunities.
⚠️ Important Note
- Entries are limited and accepted on a first-come, first-served basis
- Players are advised to register before the deadline (08 May 2026)
- Final player list will be published on Chess-Results.com
🏁 Final Call to Action
♟️ Don’t miss this opportunity to compete, learn, and win!
🎯 Secure your spot today and be part of a growing chess movement.
👉 Register Now on https://chesstournament.in/