ORGANISED BY: Uttar Pradesh Chess Association, under the aegis of All India Chess Federation.

DESCRIPTION:
*     HRIT University, Ghaziabad is the venue of the the 10-round championship, which carries a total prize fund of Rs 9 lakh, including Rs 90,000 each for the two champions.
*     Entry fee: Ordinary Rs 1,250, Special Rs 6,250 (Last date: 19 November. With late fee: 26 November).