Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon – Bengaluru 2026

About the Event

The Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon – Bengaluru 2026 is a prestigious running event that celebrates the core values of courage, discipline, fitness and service embodied by the Indian Air Force.

Held at Air Force Station, Yelahanka, Bengaluru, the event honours the legacy of Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon, PVC, India’s only recipient of the Param Vir Chakra from the Indian Air Force.

Bringing together Armed Forces personnel, their families, running enthusiasts and citizens, the marathon features 21.1K Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and 2K categories, creating an inclusive platform that combines competitive running, community participation and the spirit of the Indian Air Force.

With professionally managed race routes, RFID-enabled timing, hydration and refreshment stations, participant kits, finisher medals, race-day photography and podium rewards, the event delivers a memorable race-day experience while inspiring a stronger culture of fitness and celebrating the courage and sacrifice of India’s Air Warriors.

Event Highlights

Date: 4 October 2026

Venue: Air Force Station, Yelahanka, Bengaluru

Race Categories: 21.1K | 10K | 5K | 2K

Cash Prizes: Podium winners across every eligible category

Registration Includes

Every registered participant receives a complete race-day experience, including:

ommemorative Dry-Fit T-Shirt

RFID / High-Precision Timing Bib

Finisher Medal

Partner Goodie Bag

Refreshments

Route Hydration Support

Digital Completion Certificate

Race-Day Photographs

Eligibility for Cash Prizes & Podium Rewards

Bib & Race Kit Collection

Armed Forces Personnel & Families

Dates: 1 & 2 October 2026

Time: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Collection Locations

Air Force Station, Yelahanka, Bengaluru

HQ Training Command, Air Force

Decathlon Sports – Brigade Road

Decathlon Sports – Anubhava, New Airport Road

Valid Defence ID is mandatory for collection.

General Participants

Dates: 2 & 3 October 2026

Time: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Collection Locations

Decathlon Sports – Brigade Road

Decathlon Sports – Anubhava, New Airport Road

Important: The race kit collection location is selected during registration.