Confirmation Criteria
Entry to the Open 10K race category will be confirmed based on the ‘confirmation criteria’ explained in detail below:
I] Fundraising Running Spaces
Philanthropy is a key pillar of the Tata Mumbai Marathon. A limited number of bibs in Open 10K categories are reserved through United Way Mumbai, the official philanthropy partner of the event. Individuals who wish to participate in these categories and support a cause close to their heart are encouraged to do so by fundraising through United Way Mumbai official platform. 100% of the funds raised online on the UWM platform are disbursed to the NGO chosen (duly verified by UWM) by the individual fundraiser.
You can qualify for an Open 10K bib in one of the following ways:
- Become a Change Runner
Raise a minimum of ₹2 lakh through at least 5 donors by 22nd December 2026 to qualify for a bib across any race category. Change Runners also receive several exclusive incentives. - Be an Early Bird Fundraiser
Be among the first 200 fundraisers to raise ₹10,000 or more from at least 5 donors. You will be eligible to register for an Open 10K bib (subject to availability and eligibility). Registration must be completed using a unique code provided upon qualification. - Be Among the Top Fundraisers
The top 500 fundraisers (including Change Runners) who raise ₹10,000 or more from at least 5 donors by 22nd December 2026 will be eligible to register for a bib in their preferred race category. Higher fundraisers get preference in bib allocation.
Note:
- Running places shall be subject to availability of slots in the desired race category.
- Fundraisers qualifying as Change Runners are not required to pay race fees.
- On qualifying, and where slot in selected race category is available, United Way Mumbai will send a unique code to the fundraiser to register on the event website and pay the requisite race fee.
- Where the individual does not complete the online registration process within stipulated timeline, such individual will not receive a number bib even if they qualify as fundraisers.
To begin your fundraising journey and qualify for a bib, visit: www.unitedwaymumbai.org/tmm
II] Women’s Criteria
- To encourage women's participation, there are a limited number of running places reserved for women applicants. Registration in this criterion will be on a first-come, first-served basis and no prior timing certificate is required to apply in this criteria.
- One TGB (TMM Green Bib) donation is mandatory for all applicants registering under Women’s Criteria.
III] Youth Age Criteria (Timed runner only)
- To encourage participation among young runners aged 15 to 21 years as on 16.01.2027, a limited number of running places are reserved under the “Youth Age Criteria” within the Open 10K category. Registration in this criterion will be on a first-come, first-served basis and no prior timing certificate is required to apply in this criteria.
- One TGB (TMM Green Bib) donation is mandatory for all applicants registering under Young Age Criteria.
IV] Good for Silver (65+) Age criteria (Timed runner only)
- To encourage participants aged 65 years and above as on 16.01.2027, a limited number of running places are reserved under Good for Silver Age Criteria within the Open 10K. Registration in this criterion will be on a first-come, first-served basis and no prior timing certificate is required to apply in this criteria.
- One TGB (TMM Green Bib) donation is mandatory for all applicants registering under Good for Silver (65+) Age Criteria.
V] Guaranteed Running Places – SportyTrip Concierge Packages
- A limited number of Guaranteed Running Places in the Tata Mumbai Marathon – Open 10K race category are available exclusively to runners booking the official SportyTrip Concierge Package, subject to package availability, applicable event rules & regulations, and availability of running places.
- Runners interested in availing the Concierge Package may visit SportyTrip to complete their booking. Upon successful package confirmation, the registrant will receive a unique registration code on their email id enabling them to register and pay for the Open 10K race category .
- Please note that possession of a Concierge Package alone does not constitute race registration. All runners are mandatorily required to complete the official race application process using the provided registration code, within the applicable registration timelines.
- One TGB (TMM Green Bib) donation is mandatory for all applicants registering under the Guaranteed Running Places – SportyTrip Concierge Packages.
Note: A prior timing certificate is not mandatory to apply in this race category; however, if you wish to submit the prior timing certificate for a better Start Wave, follow the timing criteria below:
- Timings of only marathon (42.195 km), 25 km distance, half marathon (21.097 km) , 10 Km and the 5 Km distances conducted at an on-ground event will be considered. Timing certificate of a recognized timed relay race, where an individual covers a distance of minimum 5 km, will be considered to qualify for Open 10K race category of the running event must have been conducted within the period of 18 months preceding race day (17th Jan 2027), i.e., on or after 17th July 2025.
- Your timing certificate needs to show your finish time as specified below:
| Distance participated in | Finish Time |
| Marathon (42.195 km) | 06:54:00 or faster |
| 25 Km Run | 03:58:00 or faster |
| Half Marathon (21.097 km) | 03:18:35 or faster |
| 10 Km | 01:30:00 or faster |
| 5 Km | 00:45:00 or faster |
Benefits Of Providing A Latest And Fastest Timing Certificate During Registration:
- Faster Confirmation: Providing a timing certificate during registration ensures quicker processing and confirmation of the Open 10K application within 10 working days.
- Start Wave On Race Day: Submitting the latest and fastest timing certificate during Open 10K registration secures a start wave allocation on race day based on the timing performance. Those who missed providing a timing certificate initially can still submit one via email until 10th November 2026, for start wave allocation.
All applicants and confirmed participants of the Tata Mumbai Marathon 2027 are requested to visit the event website: https://tatamumbaimarathon.procam.in/ for regular updates.
