Which Indian chess player recently became India’s 92nd Grandmaster?

Indian chess player Aaryan Varshney became India’s 92nd Grandmaster in January 2026.

He achieved the final GM norm at the Andranik Margaryan Memorial Tournament held in Armenia.

Aaryan Varshney won the tournament with one round remaining, confirming his GM title early.

He secured his third GM norm after drawing against FM Tyhran Ambartsumian.

At 21 years of age, Varshney entered the elite list of Indian Grandmasters.

Aaryan Varshney is the 8th Grandmaster from Delhi.

India currently has 92 Grandmasters, reflecting rapid growth in international chess.

The Grandmaster (GM) title is awarded by FIDE (International Chess Federation).

To earn the GM title, a player must achieve three GM norms and meet the minimum Elo rating requirement.