Open 10k

Entry to the Open 10K race category will be confirmed based on the ‘confirmation criteria’ explained in detail below:

1. Charity Running Places
   Philanthropy is a key pillar of the Tata Mumbai Marathon. The Open 10K category at the Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026 is available exclusively through charity. All individuals who wish to participate in this category must do so by fundraising for a cause through the official philanthropy platform managed by United Way Mumbai.
   
   You can qualify for a 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 2025 to qualify for a complimentary 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 1000 fundraisers (including Change Runners) who raise ₹10,000 or more from at least 5 donors by 22nd December 2025 will be eligible to register for a bib in their preferred race category. Higher fundraisers get preference in bib allocation.
     
     Note:
   • Fundraisers must use their unique code, pay the race fee, and register on the TMM website within the stipulated deadline.
   • Fundraisers qualifying as Change Runners are not required to pay race fees.
   • Bibs are subject to availability and event eligibility criteria.
   • Limited women's quota bibs may be available in the 10K through general registration, subject to event promoter discretion.
     
     To begin your fundraising journey and qualify for a bib, visit: https://www.unitedwaymumbai.org/tmm/
2. Women’s Criteria
   To encourage women 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.
3. Age Category Winner’s Criteria: Runners who secured 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place overall in the men’s or women’s category of the Open 10K in the immediately preceding edition are eligible for a guaranteed, non-complimentary entry in the following edition’s Open 10K, subject to the availability of running spots and compliance with all entry rules and guidelines. Eligible TMM 2025 winners must contact the Registrations Team at tatamumbaimarathon@procam.in on or before 28th November to avail an entry under this criteria.
   
   Note: A prior timing certificate is not mandatory to apply in this race category under any of the above-mentioned criteria, however, if you wish to submit the prior timing certificate for a better Start Wave, follow the below timing criteria:
   1. 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 (18th Jan 2026), i.e., on or after 18th July 2024.
   2. Your timing certificate needs to show your finish time as specified below:

All applicants and confirmed participants of the Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026 are requested to visit the event website for regular updates.