Terms & Conditions

  1. Please choose your event category carefully. Confirmed registrations are non-transferable and cannot be modified. Provide a phone number and email ID that you can access regularly, as these will be our primary means of communication leading up to the event.
  2. The minimum age for participation is:
    • 16 years for the Half Marathon
    • 12 years for the 10 KM
    • 10 years for the 5 KM run
    • 8 years for the 3 KM run
    If registering on behalf of a minor, you confirm that you are the parent/guardian and that the child has your permission to participate. All event rules will apply to the minor as if they were an adult.

Minimum Age (as on 8th February 2026)

EventMinimum Age
Half Marathon16 years
10 KM12 years
5 KM10 years
3 KM8 years
  1. For 5 KM & 3 KM participants, tracking through the MOVE Mobile App is mandatory to receive a timing certificate. All runners must download the MOVE App and log in using the same mobile number and email ID used during registration.
    Note: A unique mobile number is required for each participant.
    App Link: https://onelink.to/q4xq72
  2. If you use email services that filter or block messages from unknown addresses, please add info@ekalrun.in and info@brandcircusevents.com to your address list to ensure you receive our communications.
  3. Regular updates will be sent to the mobile number provided during registration. These messages should not be treated as spam, and no action should be taken against our bulk SMS provider.
  4. Any notice sent to the email address registered with the organisers will be considered received by the participant.
  5. Please fill out only the necessary fields for mailing purposes. Avoid redundant data in multiple fields (e.g., city, province, country) to ensure smooth communication.
  6. You acknowledge that long-distance running is an extreme sport and can be physically demanding. You take full responsibility for your participation in the Ekal Run and do not hold the organising committee or its members liable for any injury or accident.
  7. You are advised to consult your physician and undergo a complete medical examination to assess your suitability for participating in the event.
  8. You assume all risks associated with the event, including but not limited to falls, contact with other participants, weather conditions (such as high heat or humidity), traffic, road conditions, and other risks inherent to public events.
  9. You agree that Ekal Run & the Organiser shall not be liable for any loss, death, damage, illness, or injury resulting from your participation in the event.
  10. You agree to follow instructions provided by the organizers, medical staff, or volunteers for your safety and health. You also agree to stop running if instructed to do so.
  11. You confirm that your name and media recordings taken during the event may be used for promotional purposes.
  12. You acknowledge and agree that your personal information may be stored and used by Ekal Run or its partners for event organization, promotion, administration, and statistical purposes.
  13. In case of adverse weather conditions, major incidents, or restrictions by authorities, the organizers reserve the right to stop, cancel, or postpone the event. If the event is postponed, your registration fee will be adjusted for the new date.
  14. Confirmed registrations and merchandise orders are non-refundable, non-transferable, and cannot be modified. The organizers reserve the right to reject any application without providing reasons.
  15. Participants are advised to leave the course after the cut-off time for safety and traffic regulation purposes.
  16. No refunds will be provided if you are unable to participate on the event day.
  17. Participants must personally collect their running bibs. Bibs can only be collected in absentia with written consent from the registered participant.
  18. Please share your WhatsApp number for event-related updates and communication.
  19. Race day images will be visually screened. Participants found without their assigned running BIB will be disqualified.
  20. The rights and benefits of participation are non-transferable and apply only to the registered participant.
  21. All prize money awarded is subject to applicable taxes and deductions as per the Indian Income Tax Act. The organizer reserves the right to deduct TDS at the prescribed rate. The recipient is solely responsible for further tax obligations.
  22. Participants must complete the stated age to qualify for the respective winner age category.
    Example:
  • Category 12–24 years means from 12 years to 24 years & 364 days
  • Category 25–34 years means from 25 years to 34 years & 364 days, and so on.
  1. Surat City residents are eligible for the Surat Category winners (where applicable, based on Surat Municipal Corporation guidelines).
  2. Runners securing podium positions in the Surat prize category must present Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or a recent utility bill with a Surat address, along with any additional documents required for verification.
  3. Participants residing in Surat on rent for the past year may not be considered bona fide residents of Surat for prize eligibility.
  4. Runners who exchange their race bib or bib tag with others will be disqualified, and their timing records and prize money (if applicable) will be forfeited.
  5. Provisional results will be announced on the event day and are subject to change. Final results will be announced only after cross-verification by the organizing committee and official timing team.
  6. Only results officially published by Ekal Run Surat shall be considered final and valid.
    Timing data from Strava, Endomondo, Garmin, Coros, or any third-party apps/devices will not be accepted.
  7. Results will be calculated solely based on the official timing system appointed by the event organizers.
  8. All event Ambassadors remain eligible for podium positions and prize money. However, official Pacers are not eligible for podium finishes or prize money.
  9. Any participant found using fraudulent documents will be disqualified.
  10. Please ensure you read and understand all Terms and Conditions carefully.
  11. All rights are reserved with the organizer.