FIDE titles

FIDE titles recognize chess players' skill levels through official rankings. Titles include "Grandmaster" (the highest, awarded to the most accomplished players), "International Master," "FIDE Master," and "Candidate Master," each indicating a progressively lower level of mastery. Earning these titles involves achieving specific performance standards in rated tournaments. Titles are lifelong and awarded by the World Chess Federation (FIDE), serving as a mark of a player's experience and expertise in competitive chess.