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IM Neelash Saha

Hard work beats talent!

LocationKolkata India
LanguagesEnglish (US), हिन्दी, हिंदी, বাংলা
RatingFIDE: 24762837
Hourly rateDM for price
AvailabilityAccepting students
Active

About me

Hello. I am IM Neelash Saha from Kolkata, India with a peak rating of 2490. I am also a GM-elect holding three Grandmaster norms and have represented India in Fide World Cup 2025. I can speak English, Hindi and Bengali fluently. I have been playing chess since 2008 and have been a trainer since 2019. I have worked with players in various levels upto International Masters.
Here's what I can offer as a coach:
• Structured endgame technique to finish won games consistently
• Advanced positional strategy and piece coordination
• Precise calculation patterns and advantage conversion
• Full Repertoire creations with deep insights

Send me a message with your current rating and primary goals, and let's craft a personalized training plan to unlock your full potential!

Playing experience

Key Achievements:
• 2025 FIDE World Cup Qualifier
• 3rd Place - Senior Nationals (2024)
• 3-Times National Champion (U-13, U-17, Junior)

Teaching experience

More than 5 years.
Have worked with multiple State Champions and some National and Continental rank holders at the age-group level.
Worked with players upto International Master level and some norm holders.

Best skills

Useful and practical Endgame techniques
Deep positional understanding
Building flexible and vast Opening Repeortoires.

Teaching methodology

Fully personalised.
All recommendations and training plans made by me are based on player specific strengths and weaknesses as per my observations.