The International Solving Contest next year will take place on Sunday 25.01.2026. The event is happening simultaneously in all participating countries.
There will be three categories: one for experienced solvers. The second category is intended for weaker, inexperienced solvers. This second category is not open for solvers with a rating (or half-rating or non-active-rating) of more than 2000. The third category is intended for youngsters born after 31.12.2012.
According to the WFCC sanctions only tournaments in category-3 are possible in Russia/Belarus. According to the decision at the WCCC in Jūrmala no cash prizes are permitted in participating countries.
Separate results are recorded for youth, females and seniors. For Categories 1 and 2 the results of solvers will be rated. However for all solvers no norms for titles are possible.
The name of the locally appointed controller must reach the central controller by email not later than 31.12.2025: arvydas.mockus@gmail.com
Announcement of 22nd ISC | Rules of ISC
Thank you for your cooperation,
Arvydas Mockus
Central controller of ISC 2026