Baramati power marathon 2026

Baramati Power Marathon 2026 – Season 4

Baramati Power Marathon 2026 is the 4th edition of the Baramati Power Marathon, organized by the Baramati Sports Foundation (BSF). The event is designed for professional runners, experienced marathoners, fitness enthusiasts, beginners and people who simply want to enjoy a healthy and energetic running experience.

The 2026 edition will take place in Baramati, Maharashtra, with four race categories — 42K Full Marathon, 21K Half Marathon, 10K Competitive Run and 5K Fun Run. The event also focuses on celebrating the spirit, culture and energy of Maharashtra through its “Maharashtra Maza” theme.

Event Name

- Baramati Power Marathon 2026

- Edition: 4th Edition / Season 4

- Organizer: Baramati Sports Foundation (BSF)

- Location: Baramati, Maharashtra

- Event Date: Sunday, 29 November 2026

- Start Venue: Railway Ground, Baramati

- Reporting Time: 3:00 AM

- Event Timing: Approximately 4:00 AM onwards. 

Baramati Power Marathon 2026 Race Categories

Participants can choose from four different race categories according to their running ability and fitness level:

1. 42K Full Marathon

- Distance: 42.2 km

- Category: Full Marathon

- Registration Fee: ₹1,999

- Flag-Off Time: 4:00 AM

- Cut-Off Time: 6 hours

- This is the main long-distance category and is suitable for experienced runners who have trained for a full marathon.

- Participants should be adequately prepared for the distance, early-morning start and required endurance.

2. 21K Half Marathon

- Distance: 21.1 km

- Category: Half Marathon

- Registration Fee: ₹1,499

- Flag-Off Time: 5:45 AM

- Cut-Off Time: 3 hours 30 minutes

- This category is suitable for runners who want to challenge themselves over a half-marathon distance.

- It can also be a good progression for runners who have experience with shorter-distance races.

3. 10K Competitive Run

- Distance: 10 km

- Category: Competitive Run

- Registration Fee: ₹1,199

- Flag-Off Time: 6:30 AM

- Cut-Off Time: 2 hours

- This category is suitable for runners looking for a competitive 10K race.

- It can also be a suitable option for runners who are not yet ready for a half marathon or full marathon.

4. 5K Fun Run

- Distance: 5 km

- Category: Fun Run

- Registration Fee: ₹499

- Flag-Off Time: 7:00 AM

- Cut-Off Time: 1 hour

- The 5K is designed as the more relaxed and fun-oriented category.

- The organizers specifically promote the Fun Run as a colourful segment where participants can dress up, enjoy themselves and run freely.

Important Registration Fee Information

- The fees displayed on the official event page are:

  - 42K: ₹1,999

  - 21K: ₹1,499

  - 10K: ₹1,199

  - 5K: ₹499

- The official website states that the application fee is exclusive of applicable GST and processing fees.

- Therefore, the final amount payable during online registration may be higher than the displayed base registration fee.

Race Day Schedule

- 3:00 AM: Participant reporting

- 4:00 AM: 42K Full Marathon flag-off

- 5:45 AM: 21K Half Marathon flag-off

- 6:30 AM: 10K Competitive Run flag-off

- 7:00 AM: 5K Fun Run flag-off

- Participants should reach the venue well before their respective flag-off time so that they have enough time for reporting, warm-up and race-day formalities.

Venue and Starting Point

- Venue: Railway Ground, Baramati

- City: Baramati

- State: Maharashtra

- The official website identifies Railway Ground, Baramati as the start point for the event.

- The marathon is organized within the core city area of Baramati and is intended to showcase the city's surroundings and landscape development along the course.

Theme of Baramati Power Marathon 2026

The theme for this year's event is “Maharashtra Maza.”

The theme celebrates:

- The strength of Maharashtra

- Unity and community spirit

- Maharashtra's culture and identity

- Discipline and resilience

- The determination to move forward

- The energy and pride of its people

The event's message is represented through the tagline:

“Pride in every step. Power in every mile.”

The marathon is therefore positioned not only as a running competition but also as a celebration of Maharashtra's spirit and identity.

What Participants Get

The registration package includes several race-day benefits and participant amenities.

Race Day Support

The organizers have planned several facilities to make the event more comfortable and safer for runners.

These include:

- Hydration support

- Nutrition support

- Medical assistance

- On-course support

- Recovery support

- Stretching sessions

- Zumba sessions

- Participant photography

- Timing through the BIB/timing chip system

These facilities are intended to support participants before, during and after their respective races.

Weather and Running Conditions

The official event page gives the following expected race-day conditions:

- Average Temperature: 20–24°C

- Humidity: Moderate

- Airflow: Light to medium

- Running Conditions: Described by the organizers as ideal for a long run

The early-morning flag-offs are also expected to allow runners to complete a significant portion of their race before the day becomes warmer.

Prize Money

- The official website announces a total prize pool of ₹10,00,000 across all four race categories.

- The website does not currently provide the complete category-wise prize-money breakdown on the event page.

- Age-category cash prizes are subject to participation conditions.

- The organizers state that an age-category cash prize will be awarded only when there are at least 15 participants registered in that category. If fewer than 15 participants are present, only one winner will be declared.

TDS on Prize Money

- The event website states that 31.25% TDS will be deducted from prize money for winners receiving more than ₹10,000, citing Section 194B of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

- Winners should therefore consider the applicable tax deduction when calculating their final prize amount.

Fun Run and Costume Run

The 5K Fun Run is promoted as the most colourful and entertaining part of the event.

Participants are encouraged to:

- Dress up

- Wear costumes

- Participate with friends and family

- Enjoy the atmosphere

- Run without focusing only on competition

- Celebrate fitness and community spirit

The organizers describe it as a segment where participants can bring out the fun side of running.

Important Rules and Regulations

Participants should carefully read the event rules before registering.

Registration Rules

- Registration fees are strictly non-refundable and non-transferable.

- No race-day registration will be permitted.

- Participants cannot transfer or sell their registration.

- BIBs cannot be exchanged, transferred or sold.

- Using another participant's BIB can result in disqualification and a ban from future events.

- No deferrals, upgrades or downgrades between race categories are permitted.

Changing Race Category

- If a participant cannot participate in their registered category, they must arrange a replacement runner for the same category, subject to the event rules.

- If a participant wants to participate in a different category, a fresh registration must be completed for that category.

- Category upgrades or downgrades are not permitted.

Race Course Rules

- Bicycles are not allowed on the race course.

- Wheeled vehicles and unauthorized assistance are prohibited.

- Participants violating these rules can be removed from the race.

- Only participants with an official BIB will be allowed in the holding area and on the race course.

Medical and Safety Rules

- Medical and hydration support will be available.

- The medical team and organizers can stop or remove a participant if they believe the participant is medically unfit to continue.

- Participants with pre-existing medical conditions are advised to obtain medical clearance before participating.

- The organizers state that they will not be responsible for health-related issues arising during or after the event.

BIB Collection Rules

- Participants must carry a valid original ID proof while collecting their BIB.

- No valid ID = No BIB.

- BIBs and event kits will be distributed only from designated collection centres announced by the organizers.

- Event kits will not be distributed on race day.

- Participants without an official BIB will not be permitted on the race course.

Waiver Requirement

- Signing or agreeing to the event waiver is mandatory.

- Participants who do not agree to the waiver will not be allowed to participate.

- In simple terms: No waiver = No participation.

Cancellation or Postponement Policy

- The organizers state that cancellation or postponement will happen only under unavoidable circumstances.

- Participants will be informed by email if such a situation occurs.

- The organizers state that there will be no refunds, transfers or adjustments in such cases.

- The event officials also reserve the right to modify the route, start/finish points or race distances because of administrative, safety or regulatory requirements.

Breakfast and Medal Collection

- Medals and breakfast are distributed only during the official event hours.

- Participants who do not collect them during the event hours cannot make a later claim according to the event rules.

Photography and Video Rights

- By registering for the event, participants give the organizers permission to use event photographs and videos for promotional purposes.

- The organizers can use such photographs and videos without requiring additional consent or compensation.

Training Support

The official website has a section called “Train With Confidence.”

It mentions planned training resources for different levels:

- Beginner Plan

- Intermediate Plan

- Advanced Plan

However, the detailed training plans are currently shown as “Coming soon” on the website.

Previous Editions of Baramati Power Marathon

The official website features previous Baramati Power Marathon seasons and provides access to:

- Season 1

- Season 2

- Season 3

- Previous race details

- Winners

- Results

- Event highlights

The 2026 event is the 4th edition / Season 4 of the Baramati Power Marathon.

From Baramati Power Marathon to Bigger Stages

The organizers highlight that runners from the Baramati Power Marathon have progressed to major national and international running events.

The official website showcases participants associated with the event who have gone on to participate in the Comrades Marathon, an internationally recognised ultra-distance running event.

This includes runners such as:

- Vidya Bendale

- Sushma Repe

- Shantanu Jagdale

- Sachin Burase

- Manish Kukreja

- Mahalu Bandgar

- Jayant Shivde

- Dilip Jadhav

- Brijmohan Zanwar

- Ashish Mali

- Aarti Zanwar

Who Can Participate?

The event offers different distances, making it suitable for different types of runners:

- 5K Fun Run: Suitable for beginners, casual runners and participants looking for a fun fitness experience.

- 10K Competitive Run: Suitable for runners looking for a more competitive challenge.

- 21K Half Marathon: Suitable for experienced runners who have trained for longer distances.

- 42K Full Marathon: Best suited to runners with proper full-marathon training and endurance.

Participants should select their distance according to their current fitness level, running experience and training preparation.

Why Participate in Baramati Power Marathon 2026?

There are several reasons to consider participating:

- Four race categories for different fitness levels

- Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K options

- Early-morning race starts

- Hydration and nutrition support

- Medical support

- Timing chip

- Finisher medal

- Participant T-shirt

- Goodie bag

- E-Certificate

- Personalised photographs

- Recovery support

- Zumba and stretching sessions

- ₹10 lakh total prize pool

- Maharashtra-themed race experience

- Scenic Baramati running environment

- Opportunity to be part of the 4th edition of the event

Important Things Participants Should Remember

Before travelling to Baramati for the marathon, participants should remember:

- Register online before the event.

- Do not depend on race-day registration because it is not allowed.

- Check your selected race category carefully.

- Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

- Keep your original valid ID proof ready for BIB collection.

- Collect your BIB and event kit from the designated collection centre before race day.

- Do not exchange or transfer your BIB.

- Reach the venue well before your reporting/flag-off time.

- Follow the official cut-off time for your category.

- Follow all instructions from race officials and medical personnel.

- Complete the mandatory event waiver.

- Stay hydrated during training and on race day.

- Choose a race distance appropriate for your fitness level.

- Participants with existing medical concerns should obtain appropriate medical clearance before taking part.

Registration

Registration for Baramati Power Marathon 2026 is available online through the event's registration platform.

The official event page provides a “Register Now” option that directs participants to the registration page.