Revolutionizing Indian Chess: AICF Launches Stipend Scheme for Young Prodigies | Sports-Games

All India Chess Federation launches player stipend scheme

AICF launches the Top National Players Stipend Scheme to support young chess talents with financial aid

Landmark initiative for Bharatiya Chess: AICF disburses 1st installment of its National Player Stipend Scheme - The Tribune

In an epoch-making stride for Bharatiya chess, the All India Chess Federation (AICF) on Wednesday announced the launch of the Top National Players Stipend Scheme (TNPSS), a groundbreaking financial support initiative set to revolutionise the landscape of chess talent development in the nation.

Revolutionizing Indian Chess: AICF Launches Stipend Scheme for Young Prodigies | Sports-Games

The All India Chess Federation has unveiled the Top National Players Stipend Scheme, a pioneering financial support program aimed at nurturing India's young chess talents. With a budget of ₹6.15 crore, this initiative directly supports 42 top-ranked players, reducing economic barriers and promoting grassroots talent development.

All India Chess Federation Launches Player Stipend Scheme

The All India Chess Federation on Wednesday announced the launch of the Top National Players Stipend Scheme, a financial support initiative to help in talent development.

AICF launches player stipend scheme

New Delhi, Jun 25 (PTI) The All India Chess Federation (AICF) on Wednesday announced the launch of the Top National Players Stipend Scheme (TNPSS), a financial support initiative to help in talent development. The project, championed by AICF President Nitin Narang, will seek to nurture the chess players from the grassroots. The AICF is immediately […]

All India Chess Federation Launches Landmark Stipend Scheme to Back 78 Young Chess Stars and Break Financial Barriers

The All India Chess Federation (AICF) launched the Top National Players Stipend Scheme (TNPSS) on June 25, 2025, to provide direct financial support to India’s most promising young chess talents. In its first phase, the scheme disbursed ₹42.3 lakh as quarterly stipends, ranging from ₹60,000 to ₹1.5 lakh, to 42 top-ranked players in the Under-7 to Under-19 age groups, based on their standout performances at last year’s national championships.  Of…