The International Solving Contest next year will take place on Sunday 24.01.2027. 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 31.12.2013.
The Central controller of ISC 2027: Arvydas Mockus
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According the WFCC sanctions against Russia and Belarus because of the war in Ukraine only tournaments in category-3 are possible in Russia/Belarus.
According to the decision at the WCCC in Magdeburg, cash prizes are permitted, provided that the total prize fund does not exceed 300 EUR.
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 31.12.2026: arvydas.mockus@gmail.com