ARBITER REFRESHER COURSE FOR THE YEAR 2026-27 FOR LEFT OVER ARBITERS ON 25 & 26 April 2026.

The Arbiters Commission of AICF has received requests to conduct an additional Arbiter Refresher Course for the 2026-27 period. Many arbiters missed the refresher course held in Feb-March 2026, which is preventing them from officiating in FIDE Rated events.

After deliberation, the Commission has decided to conduct an online Arbiter Refresher Course for those arbiters who have not completed the course. The validity of this course will expire on March 31, 2027, and it will only take place if there are at least 20 participants with respective state association recommendation.

Arbiters who have not undergone the refresher course are requested to express their interest by submitting Google form  by 15 April 2026. The Online Refresher Course is scheduled on 25 & 26 April 2026, contingent upon meeting the minimum participant requirement.

There will be a fee of Rs. 500/- to undergo the Refresher Course and the same can be paid (Not required if already paid during Feb-March 2026 Refresher seminar) through following mode:

Mode of payment:

1.online :https://prs.aicf.in/pay

Important: Registration for Left Over Arbiter Refresher Course

To confirm your spot in the upcoming Arbiter Refresher Course, please follow these steps:

1. Submit your name to your respective state chess association.

2. Ensure your state association recommends before making the payment 

Only names received through state associations with their recommendation will be considered for the refresher course. 

No application will be entertained after the deadline.  

Google form : https://forms.gle/aUpgDitwQ34Hxxm18 (Mandatory)

Note : Arbiter Refresher Course for the year 2026-27 is not mandatory for Arbiters passed (A & B Grade) the SNA exam after 01 Jan 2026