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Hyderabad Marathon

August 30, 2026 · 5:00 AMHyderabad, Telangana, India

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Race Day

82°F

72–84°F · Feels hot

Total elevation gain

1,460ft

Moderate rolling hills · Net elevation change +0 ft

Participants

50K

World-class event

Crowd Rating

7/ 10

Excellent spectator turnout

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The Lowdown

The Hyderabad Marathon is one of India's largest annual road races, held each year on the last Sunday of August in Hyderabad, Telangana. Organised by the Hyderabad Runners Society, the 2-day event has grown from 1,250 participants at its inaugural 2011 edition to become the country's second-largest marathon by participation, trailing only the Mumbai Marathon. The full marathon (42.195 km) and half marathon (21.0975 km) are held on Sunday, while the 5K fun run takes place on Saturday. The course winds through the vibrant heart of Hyderabad, passing landmarks of this rapidly growing metropolis. The race holds a World Athletics Label certification and is a Boston Qualifying event. NMDC (National Mineral Development Corporation) has been the title sponsor since 2022, succeeding Airtel who backed the race for its first decade. The 2026 edition marks the 15th running of the event.

Minimum Age: 18 years
Entry Methods: Online registration via the official registration portal
Eligibility: Minimum age 18 years for the full marathon
Full marathon participants must have completed a marathon or half marathon on or after January 1, 2025, with a finish time of 6:30 or faster
Required Documents: Government-issued photo ID
Prior marathon or half-marathon finish certificate (for full marathon entry)
Cancellation & Refund Policy: Registration fees are generally non-refundable; refer to the official registration portal for the current cancellation policy

01: Organised by the Hyderabad Runners Society
02: Title sponsor: NMDC (National Mineral Development Corporation) since 2022
03: World Athletics Label road race
04: Boston Qualifying event
05: Inaugural edition: 2011; 2026 is the 15th edition (2020 skipped due to COVID-19)
06: India's second-largest marathon by participation after the Tata Mumbai Marathon
07: Race expo held at Hitex Exhibition Center, Hyderabad, August 28-29
08: 2026 edition is co-powered by IDFC FIRST Bank

Questions about the Hyderabad Marathon 2026

When is the Hyderabad Marathon 2026?

This edition ran on Sunday, August 30, 2026. The 2027 date is to be confirmed.

Where is the Hyderabad Marathon?

Hyderabad, Telangana, India.

What is the Hyderabad Marathon time limit?

6 hours 30 minutes.

What is the Hyderabad Marathon elevation gain?

445 m (1,460 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 m (0 ft). Moderate rolling hills.

What is the Hyderabad Marathon course like?

It passes Hyderabad city centre landmarks along the race route and Hitex Exhibition Center (race expo venue).

What is the weather like at the Hyderabad Marathon?

Race-day temperatures are usually 22–29 °C (72–84 °F). Feels hot.

How many runners does the Hyderabad Marathon have?

50,000 participants. World-class event.

Is the Hyderabad Marathon a Boston qualifier?

Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.

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