Rules of Handicapping FAQs

Handicap Index Calculation 101

Q. What is the maximum Handicap Index®?

A. The maximum Handicap Index is 54.0 for all players.

The Committee in charge of a competition may set a maximum limit for entry and a Committee may also set a maximum Course Handicap™/Playing Handicap™ to be used for the competition. (Rule 5.3, Rules of Handicapping)