The 14th NMDC Hyderabad Marathon returns on August 23–24, 2025, organized by Hyderabad Runners Society with NMDC as title sponsor and IDFC First Bank as associate partner. This two-day event kicks off on Saturday (August 23) with a 5 km Fun Run, followed by Sunday, which features the full marathon (start ~4:30 AM), half marathon (~5:30 AM), and 10 km run (~7:00 AM). All races finish at Gachibowli Stadium, while the 5 km begins at HITEX Grounds. Courses wind through iconic city landmarks—Hussain Sagar Lake, Banjara Hills, Jubilee Hills, the Durgam Cheruvu Cable Bridge, and the IT corridor—using a point-to-point road format supported by chip timing, hydration and medical stations, official race T-shirts, finisher medals, and a post-race expo at HITEX Centre. Participation exceeds 28,000 runners, with international elite fields competing for prize money of Rs 45 lakh. The event is also a certified World Athletics Label race (pending final approval) and emphasizes sustainability, charity, and community empowerment. Registrations open April 14 with early-bird rates until April 30 and close June 8.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
Race Date:
24 August, 2025
The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon is a World Athletics–label road race featuring a point‑to‑point course from People’s Plaza, Necklace Road (near Hussain Sagar Lake) through Banjara Hills, KBR Park, and the University of Hyderabad, concluding at GMC Balayogi Stadium in Gachibowli. Organized by Hyderabad Runners Society with title sponsorship from NMDC, it will take place on Sunday, 24 August 2025.
Race Date:
24 August, 2025
The Half Marathon presents a flat, fast urban route also beginning at People’s Plaza, Necklace Road, winding through Hyderabad’s modern districts before finishing at GMC Balayogi Stadium. Hosted by Hyderabad Runners Society, the race is scheduled for Sunday, 24 August 2025.
Race Date:
24 August, 2025
The 10 K Run starts at Hitex Exhibition Grounds, Madhapur, and follows a looped course to finish at Gachibowli Stadium. Also organized by Hyderabad Runners Society, it takes place on Sunday, 24 August 2025, open to runners aged 14+ and offering a festive, city‑wide atmosphere.
Race Date:
23 August, 2025
The 5 K Fun Run, acting as a curtain‑raiser, begins at Hitex Exhibition Ground and ends at the same venue with a short, inclusive out‑and‑back course. Hosted by Hyderabad Runners Society, this race is held on Saturday, 23 August 2025, and welcomes participants aged 10+ for a community-focused event.
Weather based on historical averages. Route data provided by Strava, based on last year's race.
FAQs
What is the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon?
How long is the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon?
Where does the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon?
How can I prepare for the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon?
The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon is a World Athletics–label road race featuring a point‑to‑point course from People’s Plaza, Necklace Road (near Hussain Sagar Lake) through Banjara Hills, KBR Park, and the University of Hyderabad, concluding at GMC Balayogi Stadium in Gachibowli. Organized by Hyderabad Runners Society with title sponsorship from NMDC, it will take place on Sunday, 24 August 2025.
The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon is 42km long.
The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon takes place in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon elevation gain is 273 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon?
The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon is a World Athletics–label road race featuring a point‑to‑point course from People’s Plaza, Necklace Road (near Hussain Sagar Lake) through Banjara Hills, KBR Park, and the University of Hyderabad, concluding at GMC Balayogi Stadium in Gachibowli. Organized by Hyderabad Runners Society with title sponsorship from NMDC, it will take place on Sunday, 24 August 2025.
How long is the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon?
The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon take place?
The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon takes place in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
What is the elevation gain of the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon?
The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon elevation gain is 273 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon?
How long is the NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon?
Where does the NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon?
The Half Marathon presents a flat, fast urban route also beginning at People’s Plaza, Necklace Road, winding through Hyderabad’s modern districts before finishing at GMC Balayogi Stadium. Hosted by Hyderabad Runners Society, the race is scheduled for Sunday, 24 August 2025.
The NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon is 21km long.
The NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon takes place in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
Runna classifies the NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon?
The Half Marathon presents a flat, fast urban route also beginning at People’s Plaza, Necklace Road, winding through Hyderabad’s modern districts before finishing at GMC Balayogi Stadium. Hosted by Hyderabad Runners Society, the race is scheduled for Sunday, 24 August 2025.
How long is the NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon?
The NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon take place?
The NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon takes place in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
What is the elevation gain of the NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the NMDC Hyderabad Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the NMDC Hyderabad 10K?
How long is the NMDC Hyderabad 10K?
Where does the NMDC Hyderabad 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the NMDC Hyderabad 10K?
How can I prepare for the NMDC Hyderabad 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the NMDC Hyderabad 10K?
The 10 K Run starts at Hitex Exhibition Grounds, Madhapur, and follows a looped course to finish at Gachibowli Stadium. Also organized by Hyderabad Runners Society, it takes place on Sunday, 24 August 2025, open to runners aged 14+ and offering a festive, city‑wide atmosphere.
The NMDC Hyderabad 10K is 10km long.
The NMDC Hyderabad 10K takes place in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
Runna classifies the NMDC Hyderabad 10K elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the NMDC Hyderabad 10K?
The 10 K Run starts at Hitex Exhibition Grounds, Madhapur, and follows a looped course to finish at Gachibowli Stadium. Also organized by Hyderabad Runners Society, it takes place on Sunday, 24 August 2025, open to runners aged 14+ and offering a festive, city‑wide atmosphere.
How long is the NMDC Hyderabad 10K?
The NMDC Hyderabad 10K is 10km long.
Where does the NMDC Hyderabad 10K take place?
The NMDC Hyderabad 10K takes place in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
What is the elevation gain of the NMDC Hyderabad 10K?
Runna classifies the NMDC Hyderabad 10K elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the NMDC Hyderabad 10K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the NMDC Hyderabad 10K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the NMDC Hyderabad 5K?
How long is the NMDC Hyderabad 5K?
Where does the NMDC Hyderabad 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the NMDC Hyderabad 5K?
How can I prepare for the NMDC Hyderabad 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the NMDC Hyderabad 5K?
The 5 K Fun Run, acting as a curtain‑raiser, begins at Hitex Exhibition Ground and ends at the same venue with a short, inclusive out‑and‑back course. Hosted by Hyderabad Runners Society, this race is held on Saturday, 23 August 2025, and welcomes participants aged 10+ for a community-focused event.
The NMDC Hyderabad 5K is 5km long.
The NMDC Hyderabad 5K takes place in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
Runna classifies the NMDC Hyderabad 5K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the NMDC Hyderabad 5K?
The 5 K Fun Run, acting as a curtain‑raiser, begins at Hitex Exhibition Ground and ends at the same venue with a short, inclusive out‑and‑back course. Hosted by Hyderabad Runners Society, this race is held on Saturday, 23 August 2025, and welcomes participants aged 10+ for a community-focused event.
How long is the NMDC Hyderabad 5K?
The NMDC Hyderabad 5K is 5km long.
Where does the NMDC Hyderabad 5K take place?
The NMDC Hyderabad 5K takes place in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
What is the elevation gain of the NMDC Hyderabad 5K?
Runna classifies the NMDC Hyderabad 5K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the NMDC Hyderabad 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the NMDC Hyderabad 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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