Chess titles

title in chess awarded by FIDE

former award for the best male chess player of the year (1967–1988, 1995–2013) and for the best female chess player of the year (1982–1988)

title awarded by a chess governing body and bestowed upon outstanding performances

titles for chess players awarded by FIDE

high level of performance in chess required to receive a title (e.g. Grandmaster) from FIDE

profession