FAQ

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No, all registrations must be completed online. Offline registrations are not accepted. 


• Eligibility Criteria (age as on 28th February 2026):

• Half Marathon: 21.1 KM (Timed Run): 18 years and above


• Youth Run :10 KM (Timed Run): 16 years and above


• Dream Run : 5 KM (Timed Run): 12 years and above


• Fun Run : 3 KM Run: 8 years and above


No, participants are only allowed to register for one race category. 

Early Bird & Group Discounts

Yes, a 10% Early Bird discount is available.
👉 Promo Code: BIRLAHM2026

In addition, special discounts are available for group registrations of 20 or more participants.

For group discount details, please contact:
📧 support@mahadhalfmarathon.com
📞 +91 99741 61531

Contact support@mahadhalfmarathon.com / +91 99741 61531.

Contact support@mahadhalfmarathon.com / +91 99741 61531. 

No. Once you have registered, category changes are not allowed under any circumstances.

Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

If the event is rescheduled, the registration fee will be adjusted to the new date.

In case the event is cancelled, or if the event is rescheduled and the runner is unable to participate on the new date, runners may request a refund, subject to the organizers’ refund policy and timelines.

Yes, all categories include a T-shirt as part of the race kit. 

BIB distribution will take place in Mahad at a nearby venue.
The exact date, time, and location will be confirmed and communicated one week before the event date.

All BIB distribution details will be shared via email, WhatsApp message, and SMS (text message).

At the time of the BIB distribution. 

Yes, all timed participants will receive a timing chip except Fun Run. 


The event will be held at Kakartale Bhilare Ground, Mahad, District Raigad, Maharashtra – 402301, India.

The start time will be announced closer to the event date. 

The route map will be published soon. 

Yes, there will be a medical base camp with ambulances at the event. 

There will be an adequate number of mobile toilets along the route. 

Yes, medical stations will be available on the route. 

There will be adequate hydration stations along the route. 

Yes, there will be signage boards and volunteers along the route. 

Yes, post-race refreshments will be provided at the venue, along with hydration support along the race route.

Yes, all runners will receive medals and digital certificates. 

Cash Prize Age Categories


21 km Half Marathon (TIMED):-

The top 3 half marathon finishers, men and women, falling within the age groups given below, shall be eligible to following prize money:  


1st position: ₹ 10000  

2nd position: ₹ 6000 

3rd position: ₹ 5000


Age groups (age as on 28th Feb 2026):  


▪ 18 years to 25 years | ▪ 26 years to 35 years  

▪ 36 years to 45 years | ▪ 46 years to 55 years  

▪ 56 years to 65 years | ▪ 66 years to 75 years  


10KM Youth Run (TIMED) :-

The Top 3 10KM Youth Run, men and women, falling within the age groups given below, shall be eligible to following prize money:  


1st position: ₹ 6000  

2nd position: ₹ 5000 

3rd position: ₹ 4000


Age groups (age as on 28th Feb 2026):  


▪ 16 years to 25 years | ▪ 26 years to 35 years  

▪ 36 years to 45 years | ▪ 46 years to 55 years  

▪ 56 years to 65 years | ▪ 66 years to 75 years  


5KM Dream Run (TIMED) :-

The Top 3 5KM Dream Run, men and women, falling within the age groups given below, shall be eligible to following prize money:  


1st position: ₹ 5000  

2nd position: ₹ 4500 

3rd position: ₹ 3500


Age groups (age as on 28th Feb 2026) 

▪ 12 years to 25 years | ▪ 26 years to 40 years  

▪ 41 years to 75 years

Timing Certificate


Timing Certificates of Half Marathon / 10KM / 5 KM & 3KM finishers will be available for download from the event website within 21 working days after race day.


Cut-off Timings

·         21.1 KM: 3 Hours 30 Minutes

·         10 KM: 1 Hour 45 Minutes

·         5 KM: 1 Hour

·         3 KM: 45 Minutes