Solan District Chess Association
PRESENTS
H.P. State Amateur Chess Championship 2026
Boys and Girls | 14–15 Nov. 2026 | Shoolini University, Solan
Last date for entries: 12 November · Report by 8:00 AM, Saturday 14 November
Prize fund
₹19,100
Format
6-round Swiss
Time control
45 min + 15 s
Top 2 qualify
Nationals, Assam
01 · When
Tournament schedule
Players must report by 8:00 AM for an early start. Schedule is tentative and may vary with entries.
02 · How
Format of play
System
Swiss
Played under the FIDE Laws of Chess
Rounds
Six
Over two days
Time control
45 min + 15 s
Standard chess
Default time
15 min
To arrive at the board
The time format will be standard and will be decided by the Chief Arbiter.
03 · Ranking
Tie-breaks, in order
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Top 2 · National qualification
The 1st and 2nd placed players get the chance to represent Himachal Pradesh at the National Amateur Championship, Assam.
Subject to the regulations of HPSCA and the national federation.
04 · Register
Entries
Entry fee
₹600
General players
Entry fee
₹500
Shoolini University students
Last date
12 Nov
Late fee of ₹50 for entries after 12 Nov
Special discount on the entry fee for Government school students and players from economically weaker sections.
How to register
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Player registration
Opens the official registration form for the championship.
Open registration form Join the WhatsApp group05 · Who
Eligibility
- Players must be from Himachal Pradesh, or be students currently studying in Himachal Pradesh.
- State and district player registration is compulsory for all players.
- HPSCA reserves the right to accept or reject any entry without assigning a reason.
Protests & appeals
Protests against the Chief Arbiter’s decision must be made in writing within 15 minutes, with a fee of ₹1,000, refunded if upheld. HPSCA forms a five-member appeals committee before the event.
Withdrawal
A player absent from any round without informing the Chief Arbiter will be removed from all remaining rounds.
Accommodation
Need help with accommodation? Get in touch with our team. Accommodation is paid for by the player.
06 · Rewards
Prizes
Total prize fund
₹19,100
SECOND
₹4,000
Cash + memento
NATIONALS · REPRESENTS H.P.
CHAMPION
₹5,000
Cash + memento
NATIONALS · REPRESENTS H.P.
THIRD
₹3,000
Cash + memento
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Ranks 1–3 receive a cash prize and memento; ranks 4–10 a cash prize and medal. Prizes are awarded at the closing ceremony on Sunday, 15 November. Ties are decided by the tie-break order above.
Shoolini University, Solan
The campus climbs a pine-clad hillside above Solan, with forested ridges rolling away on every side and the valley opening out below. Walkways wind between the trees, the air is cool and clean, and the quiet of the hills settles over everything.
It is a calm, unhurried place to think, and to step outside between rounds. Enjoy playing the game of chess in this scenic location.
Meals
Available on campus
Paid for by the player
Parking
Available on campus
and in surrounding areas
Accommodation
Need help finding a place to stay? Get in touch with our team and we will assist you. Accommodation is paid for by the player.
Village Bajhol, PO Sultanpur, Solan, H.P. 173212
About 1 hr from Shimla · 1.5 hrs from Chandigarh
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