Manipal Marathon 2027

Event Date: Sunday, 14 February 2027

Venue: KMC Greens, MAHE, Manipal, Karnataka
Organizer: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
Event Edition: 9th Edition
Event Type: Road Marathon

EVENT OVERVIEW

The Manipal Marathon 2027 returns for its 9th edition on 14 February 2027 at KMC Greens, MAHE, Manipal.

What began as a student-led initiative at Manipal Academy of Higher Education has grown into a major community running event, bringing together students, alumni, families, athletes and runners from across India and beyond.

The 2027 edition carries the message “From Campus to Community – Every Step Matters”, highlighting health, inclusivity, community participation and positive social impact.

CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE

1. 3K Fun Run

• Distance: 3 KM
• Format: Fun Run
• Minimum Age: 6+ years
• Registration Fee: FREE
• Timing: Yet to be announced

2. 5K Competitive Run

• Distance: 5 KM
• Format: Timed Competitive Run
• Minimum Age: 12+ years
• Registration Fee: ₹399
• Start Time: Yet to be announced

3. 10K Competitive Run

• Distance: 10 KM
• Format: Timed Competitive Run
• Minimum Age: 14+ years
• Registration Fee: ₹649
• Start Time: Yet to be announced

4. 21K Half Marathon

• Distance: 21.1 KM
• Format: Timed Half Marathon
• Minimum Age: 18+ years
• Registration Fee: ₹999
• Start Time: Yet to be announced

5. 42K Full Marathon

• Distance: 42.195 KM
• Format: Timed Full Marathon
• Minimum Age: 18+ years
• Registration Fee: ₹1,499
• Start Time: Yet to be announced

CURRENT REGISTRATION FEES

• 3K Fun Run – FREE
• 5K Competitive Run – ₹399
• 10K Competitive Run – ₹649
• 21K Half Marathon – ₹999
• 42K Full Marathon – ₹1,499

RACE-DAY SCHEDULE

The official race-rules page currently specifies the following start times:

5:00 AM – 42K Full Marathon
5:30 AM – 21K Half Marathon
6:00 AM – 10K Competitive Run
6:20 AM – 5K Competitive Run

START GATE CLOSURE

Start gates for each timed race category close 15 minutes after the respective start time.

Participants are advised to reach their start corral at least 20 minutes before their race start. Runners starting after gate closure may be permitted at the discretion of race officials but will not be eligible for official rankings or awards.

AGE CATEGORIES

3K Fun Run

• 6 years and above
• Open to all

5K Competitive Run

• 12–39 years
• 40–50 years
• 51–60 years
• 60+ years
• Men & Women

10K Competitive Run

• 14–39 years
• 40–50 years
• 51–60 years
• 60+ years
• Men & Women

21K Half Marathon

• 18–39 years
• 40–50 years
• 51–60 years
• 60+ years
• Men & Women

42K Full Marathon

• 18–39 years
• 40–50 years
• 51–60 years
• 60+ years
• Men & Women

Participants below 18 years in timed categories require parental consent.

AIMS / WORLD ATHLETICS CERTIFIED ROUTES

The Manipal Marathon features professionally measured race routes, with the event website highlighting IAAF/AIMS-certified routes.

The 42K, 21K, 10K and 5K courses are designed to meet recognized road-racing measurement standards.

PARTICIPANT INCLUSIONS

Participants can expect race-day facilities including:

• Official Race BIB
• Timing support for timed categories
• Finisher Medal
• Event T-shirt / race merchandise, subject to category
• Digital race certificate
• Aid stations
• Water and electrolytes
• Medical support
• Race-day volunteer support
• Post-race facilities

RACE-DAY EXPERIENCE

Participants can look forward to:

• Scenic running through Manipal
• A professionally managed road race
• AIMS/IAAF-certified competitive routes
• Multiple distance options
• Water and electrolyte stations
• Medical and emergency support
• Large student and community participation
• A vibrant race-day atmosphere
• Support from volunteers and race officials

PRIZE MONEY

The 2027 event includes prize-money opportunities across the competitive categories.

Published event information lists overall and age-category awards for the Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K. The currently available prize structure includes:

42K Full Marathon – Fastest

• 1st – ₹1,00,000
• 2nd – ₹75,000
• 3rd – ₹50,000

21K Half Marathon – Fastest

• 1st – ₹50,000
• 2nd – ₹30,000
• 3rd – ₹20,000

10K – Fastest

• 1st – ₹20,000
• 2nd – ₹15,000
• 3rd – ₹10,000

5K – Fastest

• 1st – ₹10,000
• 2nd – ₹7,000
• 3rd – ₹5,000

Additional age-group, MAHE student and MAHE staff awards are also listed for the competitive categories.

BIB COLLECTION / EXPO DETAILS

Bib Collection Date: Yet to be announced
Bib Collection Venue: Yet to be announced
Bib Collection Timings: Yet to be announced