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Timing Cut-Offs Policy
Marathon (42.195 km) – Start Timings & Cut-Offs Policy
Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026 | Sunday, 18 January 2026
The Marathon will start at 5:00 a.m. from CSMT, Mumbai, in five staggered Start Waves (A–E). The Start Line will close at 5:30 a.m., after which no runner will be permitted to start.
Overall Race Cut-Off
The total cut-off time for the Amateur Marathon is 7 hours, calculated from the Start Line cut-off of 5:30 a.m.
This corresponds to a maximum allowable pace of ~ 10 min/km, with the slowest permitted finisher expected by 12:30 p.m.
Mandatory Enroute Cut-Offs
To ensure runner safety and enable the phased reopening of city roads, the following cut-offs will be strictly enforced:
| Distance | Location | Cut-Off Time |
|---|---|---|
| 21.1 km (Halfway) | Bandra Reclamation | 9:00 AM |
| 30 km | Bindu Madhav Thackeray Chowk | 10:30 AM |
| 36 km | Jaslok Hospital | 11:30 AM |
Cut-off timings are calculated based on the last runner crossing the Start Line at 5:30 a.m. at the maximum permissible pace.
Important Advisory for Marathon Participants
- Entry to Azad Maidan closes at 5:00 a.m.
- Entry to the Start Holding Area closes at 5:20 a.m.
- Runners missing any cut-off will not be allowed to continue on the main carriageway once traffic restoration begins.
If a Cut-Off Is Missed
Runners may:
- Continue on the pavement/footpath at their own risk, or
- Board the Sweeper Bus operating as per the official cut-off protocol.
All participants are strongly advised to pace their race responsibly and adhere strictly to the cut-off timings for their own safety and smooth race operations.