Frequently Asked Questions
FIDE (International Chess Federation) is the governing body of chess. It was founded in 1924 in Paris and regulates international chess competitions.
The FIDE rating is based on the ELO system. It is updated after each game based on wins, draws, or losses. New players start with a rating between 1000 and 1200.
Yes, FIDE organizes and manages the World Chess Championship, which is held every two years.
FIDE awards the Grandmaster (GM) title. A player must achieve three norm results in high-level tournaments and reach a 2500 ELO rating.
FIDE organizes the World Chess Championship, Chess Olympiad, World Cup, and Grand Prix.
Yes, FIDE sets the official rules of chess, including move regulations, time controls, and draw conditions.
Players can register with FIDE through their national chess federations.
FIDE members elect the president every four years.
Blitz (under 10 min) and rapid (10-60 min) ratings are calculated separately from standard ratings.
The highest FIDE rating ever recorded was 2882, achieved by Magnus Carlsen.