Top 10 INDIAN Chess Players

 As of **October 2024**, Indian chess has seen incredible growth, with several players making their mark on the global stage. Here are the **top Indian chess players** ranked by their FIDE ratings:

1. **Arjun Erigaisi** – 2778: Arjun has emerged as India's top chess player, ranked **World No. 3**. His consistent performances, including a stellar showing at the 2024 Chess Olympiad, have solidified his place among the world’s elite.

   

2. **Gukesh D.** – 2764: Another rising star, Gukesh is currently **World No. 5**. He is one of the youngest grandmasters to cross the 2700 Elo rating and has been in excellent form throughout 2024.

3. **Viswanathan Anand** – 2751: The legendary five-time World Champion continues to be a powerhouse in Indian chess. Although Anand is no longer in his prime, he remains highly competitive at the international level.

4. **R Praggnanandhaa** – 2750: The young prodigy who stunned the world by defeating Magnus Carlsen, Praggnanandhaa is currently ranked among the **top 10 players worldwide**, proving his potential to become a future world champion.

5. **Vidit Santosh Gujrathi** – 2720: A consistent performer on the global stage, Vidit remains a key player for India in both individual and team events.

6. **Aravindh Chithambaram** – 2698: Known for his sharp play, Aravindh has steadily improved his rating and now ranks in the top 100 globally.

7. **Pentala Harikrishna** – 2686: Another veteran of Indian chess, Harikrishna continues to be a strong contender on the international circuit, contributing to India's successes in team events.

8. **Nihal Sarin** – 2668: One of the youngest players in India’s top 10, Nihal is known for his exceptional endgame skills and rapid play. He is expected to rise further in the coming years.

9. **Raunak Sadhwani** – 2659: A talented youngster, Raunak is part of the next generation of Indian chess, having consistently impressed with his performances in major tournaments.

10. **Narayanan S L** – 2640: A solid and reliable player, Narayanan rounds out the top 10 Indian players, contributing to India's growing dominance in the chess world.

These players have been instrumental in India’s recent successes, including their historic gold medals at the **2024 Chess Olympiad**, which marked a new era of Indian chess dominance【16†source】【17†source】【18†source】.