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SUMMARY:NMDC Hyderabad Marathon 2026 – 15th Edition
DESCRIPTION:The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon 2026 is India’s second largest marathon and one of the most iconic running events on the country’s calendar. Powered by IDFC FIRST Bank and organised by the Hyderabad Runners Society (HRS)\, the 15th edition takes place across two days — 29–30 August 2026 — drawing over 30\,000 runners from across India and the world to the City of Pearls. \nFrom the full marathon to the 5K fun run\, this is a celebration of fitness\, community\, and the city of Hyderabad — where history meets innovation at every stride. \n\nEvent Overview\nEvent: NMDC Hyderabad Marathon 2026 — 15th Edition\nPowered by: IDFC FIRST Bank\nDates: 29–30 August 2026\nLocation: Hyderabad\, Telangana\, India\nStart: People’s Plaza\, Hussain Sagar\, Khairatabad\nFinish: GMC Balayogi Stadium\, Gachibowli\nOrganised by: Hyderabad Runners Society (HRS)\nTitle Sponsor: NMDC\nContact: info@marathonhyderabad.com \n\nA Tale of Two Cities — The Course\nThe NMDC Hyderabad Marathon is a point-to-point race that takes runners on a spectacular journey across two faces of the city. It begins at the shimmering Hussain Sagar Lake under the gaze of the iconic monolithic Buddha statue\, passes through the corridors of power at the New Secretariat and the prestigious neighbourhoods of Banjara Hills and Jubilee Hills\, crosses the architectural marvel of the Durgam Cheruvu Cable Bridge with panoramic views of the Cyberabad skyline\, and finishes inside the electrifying GMC Balayogi Stadium\, Gachibowli. \nSet on the Deccan Plateau\, the course features rolling hills\, three flyovers\, and a challenging terrain that earns every finisher a true badge of honour. This is not a flat city race — it is a course that demands training and rewards grit. \n\nRace Categories\n42.195 KM — Full Marathon (Point to Point)\nStart Time: 4:35 AM | Cut-off: 6 hours 30 minutes Start: People’s Plaza\, Hussain Sagar | Finish: GMC Balayogi Stadium\, Gachibowli Qualification required (see below) Pacers available ✓ | Elite category available ✓ \n21.098 KM — Half Marathon (Point to Point)\nStart Time: 5:30 AM | Cut-off: 3 hours 30 minutes Qualification: No timing certificate required (submitting one helps get a better starting corral) Pacers available ✓ | Elite category available ✓ \n10 KM — Run (Point to Point)\nStart Time: 7:00 AM | Cut-off: 1 hour 45 minutes Qualification: No timing certificate required (submitting one helps get a better starting corral) Pacers available ✓ | Elite category available ✓ \n5 KM — Fun Run (Out & Back)\nDate: Saturday\, 29 August 2026 | Start Time: 7:00 AM | Cut-off: 1 hour Minimum age: 10 years and above Non-timed event — no timing certificate issued \n\nQualification Requirements\nFull Marathon (42.195 KM) Runners must have completed a marathon or half marathon at a live event on or after 1 January 2025 with the following minimum timings: \n\nFull Marathon: 6:30 or faster\nHalf Marathon: 3:00 or faster A valid certificate URL and government-issued photo ID are required at registration.\n\nHalf Marathon & 10 KM No timing certificate is required\, but submitting one facilitates placement in a better starting corral. \n5 KM Fun Run Open to all participants aged 10 years and above. No qualifying time required. \n\nElite Category\nElite runners enjoy exclusive race-day privileges: \n\nFront-line access at the race start\nDedicated elite tent at start and finish areas\nEligibility for higher prize money categories\nSpecial recognition and perks on race day\n\n\nWhat’s Included\n\nRace Kit with Running T-Shirt\nFinisher Medal (timed categories)\nSoft Copy Timing Certificate (Full Marathon under 6:30 | Half Marathon under 3:30 | 10K under 2:00)\nWater\, energy drinks\, bananas & biscuits at aid stations along the route\nComprehensive medical assistance on course\nInternational standard electronic timing (all timed categories)\nThemed cheer zones\, live music & cultural performances along the route\nPacers for Full Marathon\, Half Marathon & 10K\n\n\nImportant Information\nRefund & Transfer Policy Once registration is confirmed\, the fee is non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances. \nTiming Certificate Soft copy timing certificates are issued for Full Marathon (under 6:30)\, Half Marathon (under 3:30)\, and 10K (under 2:00) finishers. The 5K Fun Run is not a timed event and no certificate is issued. \nTiming Mats Runners must cross all timing mats on the course for their finish time to be recorded. \nApplication Processing Registrations are processed within 2 weeks of receipt of the registration fee\, subject to qualification criteria being met. \nSustainability The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon is designed as a zero-waste event with comprehensive safety and sustainability measures in place. \n\nAbout the Organiser\nThe Hyderabad Runners Society (HRS) is India’s largest running club\, founded in 2007 as a non-profit organisation to encourage running across all age groups in Hyderabad and Secunderabad. With over 6\,000 members and a thriving social media presence\, HRS organises 2–3 runs every week and has grown the Hyderabad Marathon from 1\,250 participants in its first year to one of India’s top two marathons by participation. The marathon route is certified by AIMS (Association of International Marathons and Distance Races). \n\nRegister for NMDC Hyderabad Marathon 2026\nRegister Now → nmdchyderabadmarathon.com \ninfo@marathonhyderabad.com \nOrganised by Hyderabad Runners Society | Title Sponsor: NMDC | Powered by: IDFC FIRST Bank\n\n \n**Disclaimer: While we aim to provide accurate\, timely event information\, all details\, including date\, venue\, category\, and race logistics\, are subject to change by the official organizers. Please verify the latest information through the official event channels before registering or participating.
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LOCATION:Hyderabad\, Hyderabad\, India
CATEGORIES:Competition,Endurance,Running
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