JBG Kolkata Marathon 2026

The JBG Kolkata Marathon 2026 returns for its landmark 11th edition as Eastern India's most prestigious and anticipated road race. Held at the iconic Red Road, Maidan, Kolkata, on Sunday, 29th November 2026, this World Athletics, AIMS-certified, and AFI-aligned event brings together over 15,000 runners in support of the Fit India Movement.

•Date: Sunday, 29th November 2026

•Venue: Red Road, Maidan, Kolkata

•Title Sponsor: Jai Balaji Group (JBG)

•Organized By: Sportiz

•Certifications: AIMS & World Athletics Certified, AFI Standard, supporting Fit India Movement

•Status: Timed Category (RFID Chip)

•Registration Fee: ₹1,500 + GST (Early Bird: ₹1,125 + GST till 22nd July 2026)

•Age Eligibility: 18 years or above on Race Day

•Age/Prize Groups: 18–25, 26–35, 36–45, 46–55, 56–65, 66+

•Includes: Official T-shirt, RFID Timing BIB, Finisher Medal, E-Certificate, Free Race Photos, Hydration/Refreshments, Route Support & Medical Assistance.

•Status: Timed Category (RFID Chip)

•Registration Fee: ₹1,200 + GST (Early Bird: ₹900 + GST till 22nd July 2026)

•Age Eligibility: 18 years or above on Race Day

Age/Prize Groups: 18–25, 26–35, 36–45, 46–55, 56–65, 66+

•Includes: Official T-shirt, RFID Timing BIB, Finisher Medal, E-Certificate, Free Race Photos, Hydration/Refreshments, Route Support & Medical Assistance.

•Status: Timed Category (RFID Chip)

•Registration Fee: ₹900 + GST (Early Bird: ₹675 + GST till 22nd July 2026)

•Age Eligibility: 13 years or above on Race Day

•Age/Prize Groups: 13–20, 21–30, 31–40, 41–50, 51–59, 60+

Includes: Official T-shirt, RFID Timing BIB, Finisher Medal, E-Certificate, Free Race Photos, Hydration/Refreshments, Route Support & Medical Assistance.

•Status: Timed Category (RFID Chip)

•Registration Fee: ₹600 + GST (Early Bird: ₹450 + GST till 22nd July 2026)

•Age Eligibility: 13 years or above on Race Day

Age/Prize Groups: 13–20, 21–30, 31–40, 41–50, 51–59, 60+

•Includes: Official T-shirt, RFID Timing BIB, Finisher Medal, E-Certificate, Free Race Photos, Hydration/Refreshments, Route Support & Medical Assistance.

•Status: Timed Category (RFID Chip) + Contest

•Registration Fee: ₹600 + GST (Early Bird: ₹450 + GST till 22nd July 2026)

•Age Eligibility: 13 years or above on Race Day

•Solo 1st Place: ₹30,000

•Solo 2nd Place: ₹20,000

•Solo 3rd Place: ₹10,000

•Best Group (min 5 participants): ₹50,000

Includes: Eligibility for Cosplay Contest Judging, Stage Walk, Official T-shirt, RFID Timing BIB, Finisher Medal, E-Certificate, Free Race Photos, Refreshments.

Special Heroes Run

•Status: Non-Timed Category (Celebration & Inclusion)

•Registration Fee: ₹400 + GST (Early Bird: ₹300 + GST till 22nd July 2026)

•Age Eligibility: 13 years or above on Race Day (Caregivers/guides permitted)

•Includes: Official T-shirt, Participation BIB, Finisher Medal, E-Certificate, Free Race Photos, Refreshments, Volunteer & Medical Assistance.

•Non-Refundable & Non-Transferable: All registrations, BIBs, and RFID chips are non-transferable and non-refundable.

•Verification: Participants must present a valid Government-issued Photo ID during BIB collection.

•ID Privacy: ID proofs will be securely deleted from the organizers' database within 90 days after registration.

•Safety: Participants must follow all race rules, instructions, and route safety regulations.

•Event Helpline Phone: +91 74394 09608

•Helpline Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM

•Email Support: jbgkolkatamarathon@gmail.com

•Official Location: Red Road, Maidan, Kolkata, West Bengal, India