The Bridge Federation of India is pleased to announce that the 3rd Shree Cement National Bridge Championships 2026 will be held from 1st August to 4th August 2026 at Jal Vihar Grand Lawns & Banquet Hall, Hyderabad.
All affiliated State Associations, players, officials and bridge enthusiasts are requested to take note of the following important decision regarding the event structure:
The existing Men Category Championship shall henceforth be conducted as an Open Category Championship, and women players shall also be eligible to participate in the said event for all purposes.
It is further clarified that:
There shall be no change in the existing criteria for qualification of States/Units for participation in this event.
The championship shall continue to be governed by the applicable rules, regulations and eligibility criteria of the Bridge Federation of India.
Ranking points for the event shall be allocated strictly in accordance with the prevailing National Ranking Policy of the Bridge Federation of India
BFI President