Discipline #26para sportsMen & Women
Official National Championship Discipline #26
Para Chess
Barrier-free intellectual chess competition demonstrating strategic vision, tactical memory, and mental resilience.
Format
Rapid Swiss System / Knockout (Adapted FIDE Laws)
Equipment
Official Gear Provided
Dates
5–12 Jan 2027
Technical Provisions & Competition Matrix
Federation / Rule AuthorityFIDE Laws of Chess with Accessibility Adaptations (IBCA/IPCA principles)
Playing Strength & RosterIndividual Para Athlete (Men & Women)
Scoring & Winner Determination
Win = 1.0, Draw = 0.5, Loss = 0.0 with FIDE compatible tie-break metrics.Safety, Medical & Equipment Protocol
Quiet, barrier-free access. Low-glare lighting and spacious wheelchair aisle clearances.Key Technical Rules & Match Guidelines
Tactile peg-in boards provided for visually impaired competitors
Designated arbiter assistance for clock pressing or scorekeeping without giving advice
Rapid time control with incremental seconds per move
Strict anti-device and accessibility integrity protocols
Nominations Closed
View SchedulePara Chess Championship Fixtures
Registrations are currently closed by the Secretariat. Explore official venue guidelines below.
Competition Arena
Ganpat University - VNSA
Acoustic accessible seminar hall with braille/peg sensory boards and audio chess clocks.
Host CampusGanpat University, Kherva
Medical WingPhysiotherapy On-Site
Technical JuryFederation Certified