Patnitop, the most popular hill resort of Jammu & Kashmir, is a breathtaking plateau in the Shivalik belt of the Himalayas.

• Altitude: 2,024 metres above sea level
• Landscape: Meadows surrounded by dense Deodar (Cedar) and Kail (Blue Pine) forests
• Highlights: Scenic walking trails, picnic spots, panoramic views of the Chenab basin and Pir Panjal range
• Spiritual Escape: The Nag Mandir at Karlah village

This pristine hilltop location makes Patnitop the perfect host for India’s Most Beautiful Hill Race.

📅 Event Details

Event Name: Patnitop Marathon 2025 – India’s Most Beautiful Hill Race
Date: Sunday, 21st September 2025

🏃 Race Categories & Timings

• Ultra Marathon 50 km (Timed) – 4:30 AM
• Half Marathon 21.1 km (Timed) – 6:00 AM
• 10 km (Timed) – 6:15 AM
• 5 km (Timed) – 6:30 AM
• Great Patnitop Hill Walkathon (Non-Competitive, 5 km) – 6:40 AM

🎯 Eligibility & Age Criteria

• 21.1 km Half Marathon & 10 km Race (Competitive): Minimum age – 10 years
• 5 km Competitive Race: Minimum age – 10 years
• 5 km Walkathon (Non-Competitive): Minimum age – 4 years

Competitive Categories (Male & Female):

• 18 – 35 Years
• 35 – 45 Years
• 45 – 55 Years
• 55 – 65 Years
• 65+ Years

Note: Walkathon participants will not have age categories or prizes.

🏅 Participant Entitlements

Every registered participant will receive:
✔️ Official Race Day T-shirt
✔️ Finisher’s Medal
✔️ Breakfast after the race
✔️ Sports Drink & Hydration on the course
✔️ Race Day Photos
✔️ Digital Certificate

💰 Cash Prizes

• Top 3 winners in each age category (21.1 km & 10 km only) will be awarded cash prizes (to be disbursed within 90 days post-event).

⚠️ Race Policies

• All entries are non-refundable & non-transferable.
• No spot registrations will be accepted.

✅ Race Day Do’s & Don’ts

1. Wear your BIB number at all times.
2. Entry without a valid BIB is strictly prohibited.
3. Hydration support will be available at the venue and along the route.
4. Ensure you are medically fit to participate.
5. Ambulance & paramedical support will be on standby.
6. Volunteers will be present for guidance.

🔒 Results & Fair Play Policy

• To maintain integrity, participants will be disqualified if found guilty of:
• Impersonation (running with someone else’s BIB)
• Proxy Running (multiple BIBs by one runner)
• Submitting false information (e.g., DOB)
• Cutting or deviating from the course
• Prior disqualification by other event organizers or governing bodies

📩 Contact

For queries, please write to:
✉️ [email protected]