Youngest Indian Girl Achieves Historic Chess Milestone: A.S. Sharvaanica Reaches Live Rating of 2239

Young Chess Prodigy A.S. Sharvaanica Sets New Record in Tamil Nadu

Ariyalur, Tamil Nadu – In a remarkable achievement that has captured the attention of the chess world, 11-year-old A.S. Sharvaanica has officially become the youngest Indian girl to attain a live classical rating of 2239, earning her the prestigious title of Woman FIDE Master (WFM). This milestone not only highlights her exceptional talent but also places her at the forefront of India’s chess scene.

Sharvaanica, hailing from the Ariyalur district, has recently ascended to the top of the national rankings, now holding the title of India’s No. 1 under-18 girl in rapid chess with a commendable rating of 2084. She is also ranked fourth among the country’s active under-23 women, trailing behind notable players like Divya Deshmukh, Savitha Shri B, and Rakshitta Ravi.

To put her achievements into perspective, renowned chess players such as Harika Dronavalli and Koneru Humpy reached similar ratings at older ages—Dronavalli at approximately 11 years and nine months, and Humpy after turning 12. Sharvaanica’s rapid rise is a testament to her hard work and dedication.

Her latest surge in ratings came after a challenging European campaign, culminating in a strong performance at the Czech Open in Pardubice. Competing against a formidable field of Grandmasters, she scored five points from nine rounds, suffering only one loss. Notably, she triumphed over Polish Candidate Master Tomasz Jaskolka, rated 2238, and Slovenia’s David Murko, rated 2205. Additionally, she held six higher-rated opponents to draws, including FIDE Masters Tal Levitan, Dmytro Perets, and Radek Bujnoch.

Sharvaanica’s success at the Czech Open followed her participation in the Montenegro Open and Serbia Open Masters, where she consistently faced older and more experienced competitors. These tournaments played a crucial role in her impressive ratings climb from just above 2000 to her current 2239.

This breakthrough continues a trend that has established Sharvaanica as one of the brightest chess talents globally. In 2025, she clinched the World Under-10 girls’ classical title, scoring an impressive nine points from 11 rounds. Earlier this year, she showcased her prowess by winning the World Under-12 girls’ rapid title in Serbia, finishing with 10.5 points from 11 games and securing the championship with two rounds to spare.

As Sharvaanica continues to make waves in the chess community, her journey serves as an inspiration for aspiring players across the nation. With her remarkable achievements at such a young age, the future looks incredibly bright for this young chess prodigy.

Published on Aug 07, 2026