Official Titles & Requirements

Achieve your competitive ranking through proven performance

Class Titles

Competitive Ranking System

  • Third Class 1600 ELO
  • Second Class 1800 ELO
  • First Class 2000 ELO
Master Titles

Professional Achievements

  • Candidate Master 2200 ELO
  • Esports Master 2300 ELO
  • International Master 2400 ELO
  • GrandMaster 2500 ELO
Norms

Title Requirements

  • GrandMaster - Maintain 2500+ ELO across five tournaments
  • International Master - Maintain 2400+ ELO across five tournaments
  • Council Approval - Subject to Competitive Integrity Review
  • Code of Conduct - Adherence to IBSF Ethical Play Standards
  • Note: Titles may be revoked for code violations during investigation periods. Provisional status applies until fully ratified.

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