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VADODARA MARATHON 2026

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We are #BackToRun. Thirteenth Edition of the Vadodara Marathon.

Welcome to the MG Vadodara Marathon 2026. On 1st February become a part of history by participating in the 13th Edition of India’s Largest Marathon. Vadodara Marathon is accredited to AFI, GSAAA, SAG and BDAAA and route certified by AIMS. Vadodara Marathon is a World Marathon Majors Qualifying Race of the Abbott Wanda World Marathon Majors.

Vadodara Marathon’s motto of “Sports, Seva, Swachhta” is at the core of all the activities, supporting various social and civic causes. Vadodara Marathon, or VM, offers a platform to local NGOs and Divyang Associations to increase their visibility, raise awareness and funds for their causes.

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Ticket Pricing

Marathon – 42.195 KM – International (All Foreigners)  – ₹4,165 

Marathon – 42.195 KM – Amateur (Indian Professional Athlete) – ₹2,475 

Half Marathon – 21.097 KM – International (All Foreigners) – ₹4,165 

Half Marathon – 21.097 KM – Amateur (Indian Professional Athlete) – ₹2,233 

10 KM Run – ₹1,630 

Timed Run – 5 KM  – ₹1,147 

Fun Run – ₹664 

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Time

February 1, 2026 4:30 am - 10:00 am(GMT+00:00)

Location

Vadodara

Navlakhi Ground, Vadodara

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Eligibility

  • Age on Race Day: The participation in the Vadodara International Marathon is strictly subject to the following age criteria. Please note the Age criteria for the race categories you apply for: Full Marathon – 42.195 Kms – All participating members must be 18 years or older as on 1 st Feb 2025. Half Marathon – 21.098Kms All participating members must be 18 years or older as on 1 st Feb 2025. For example- If participant is age of 30 yrs and 45 days , age of this person will be count as 30years only  as he has not completed 31yrs as of 1 st Feb 2025. For all other race categories: All participating members must be 14 years or older as on 1 st Feb 2025. Please Note: All minors (under 18) need consent of parents/guardian; the Consent Form must be submitted along with Registration Form.
  • Age Proof & Photo ID Proof: You will need to provide photocopy or scanned copy of a valid govt. issued age proof and photo id proof for completing your registration.
  • Medical Condition: All participating members must be physically fit asapproved by a certified medical practitioner. Even though you hold a valid running number BIB, you may not be allowed to participate in the event if any of our marshals or medical personnel feels you are not fit. In such an event you will not be entitled to a refund of your registration fees.

Prizes

All participants will be issued a certificate onlineonly. Certificates will be available only after 21 days of the eventcompletion. All Timed Runners who successfully finish the designatedroute, in the respective cut off times, will be eligible for Medals. NonTimed runners are eligible only for certificates.

Perks

  •  Dry-fit T-shirt
  •  Personalized Bib with Timing Chip (for timed categories)
  •  Finisher Medal
  •  Post-run Breakfast
  •  Event Photography Access
  •  Live Entertainment and Race Day Activities

BIB Information

The running number BIB is mandatory for your participation on the race day and will have to be personally collected by you at the Marathon Expo, the details of which will be communicated to you by email/SMS. In the event of your inability to collect your running number BIB the same can be collected by your representative. Your representative has to carry your govt. issued photo id along with an authorization letter duly signed by you, authorizing your representative to collect your running number BIB on your behalf. Participants must be wearing the eligible Bib No. to qualify for prizes in respective race categories.

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Venue Details

Navlakhi Ground, Vadodara

Race Category

  • Full Marathon (42.195kms)
  • Half Marathon (21.097kms)
  • 10kms
  • Timed Run (5kms)
  • Heritage Fun Run

T&C

  • Kindly assemble at the venue in your respective bays by 4.00am for Full marathon, Half Marathon and 10Km and 5Km respectively.
  • For the all races medicalexamination will be conducted before issuing bib Nos. Athletes are requested to get fitness certificate from the licensed practitioner.
  • The running number BIB is mandatory for participation on the race day. Thebib with number must be securely pinned on chest with pins
  • The bib number contains a chip, so pin the number without any folds orcuts.
  • Participants will take care of their own belongings.
  • Feeding and refreshment points will be set as per IAAF rules andregulations. Weather dependent-extra water points will also be provided.
  • You may carry your refreshments/water at the start. No athlete is allowed totake water from any non- designated points, she/he will be given a firstwarning and on the second offence shall be disqualified.
  • Medical aid is provided along route, if you feel any discomfort, please stopand seek medical aid.
  • Please ensure to cross the timing mat at the start point and other checkpoints, else your timing will not be recorded and placed.
  • Official timing will be the Chip time and this will determine your final placing.
  • Elite and national runners will line up in front followed by other racers.
  • Please note different races will be flagged off at different timings and theirstart times shall be recorded, accordingly. Please make sure to know yourstart time. If any athlete takes off before flag off time of her/his race, She/hewill be disqualified. (E.g.If 21.097Km participant takes off along with 42.195Km participant, they will be disqualified)
  • Your timing will also be recorded at designated check points, if no timing isrecorded, you will not be placed. So do ensure you run over the timing mat.
  • Toilets will be provided enroute.
  • Medical aid will be provided at start and finish.
  • All finishers will receive a finisher’s medals at the finish line, if completed run as per cut off time.
  • Your official timing will be available online after two weeks of the race on our official website.
  • Winners in all categories should assemble in front of the stage after the racefor the prize distribution ceremony.
  • If there are many competitors in a particular category, male and female racesshall be flagged off separately.
  • The Organizer has the right to verify age of participants before, during andafter the race. Any exceptions to this must be authorized by the Organizer.
  • Entries will only be processed upon receipt of full payment of entry fee.
  • The Organizer reserves the right to contact and to interview applicants byphone or otherwise for additional information required for matters relating totheir applications.
  • Entry fees are non-refundable. The Organizer reserves the right to refuseentries for once the entry is accepted if any applicants who provide falseinformation, do not make the required payment, or fail to meet entryrequirements as stated in the entry form.
  • Should the event be cancelled due to circumstance beyond the control of theOrganizer (including the heavy rain, thunder storm or disaster, public rally),no refund of the entry fee will be made and the Organizer shall have no furtherresponsibility and/or liability thereafter.
  • Running is not a ‘free risk’ sport and therefore each runner must ensurehis/her health condition is fit before participating and during in the race. Eachrunner shall be responsible with his/her own health/condition.The Organizershall not be responsible for personal injury or death during or after the race asdirect result of gross negligence of the Organizer.
  • The Organizer reserves the right to disallow/ disqualify any person who isknown or suspected to be physically unfit to participate in the event. Should arunner get injured during the race, on case by case basis as recommended bymedical team as appointed by the Organizer to monitor the race, such runnermay be treated in hospital as designated by the Organizer with a treatmentcost not exceeding the amount agreed by the Organizer and the relevanthospital.
  • Timed Run Categories include: Full Marathon 42.195 Kms, Half Marathon21.097Kms, 10.00Kms and 5Km Timed run. Non Timed Run Categories include: Swacchata Fun Run, Pledge Run, Divyang Paralympics Run.
  • All Timed Runners who successfully finish the designated route, in therespective cut off times, will be eligible for Medals. Non Timed runners areeligible only for certificates.
  • Minimum 25 participants per category for prize money eligibility. If sufficient number of participants not available, Organizer reserves the right to merge with next suitable age category.
  • All decisions taken by Vadodara Marathon are final and binding.