Flagship
Half Marathon
21.1 km
- Timed Chip
- Categories Based on Gender & Age
- Finisher Medal, T-shirt, e-certificate & Refreshment
- Cash prizes for top 5 and Consolation Prizes
₹750 ₹1199
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The Bengal Engineers Group & Centre was established in 1803 and relocated to its current site in Roorkee in 1853, marking a long-standing connection between BEG & Centre and the city. The Roorkee Half Marathon, co-organized by BEG & Centre and the Cantonment Board, Roorkee, aims to strengthen civil-military relations and raise awareness of the courage, sacrifice, and resilience demonstrated by the Armed Forces during the 1971 Indo-Pak war. Hosted by the Indian Army, this significant event offers a unique experience, bringing together runners from all over India to commemorate 'Vijay Diwas.'
The Roorkee Half Marathon celebrates the spirit of one of North India's oldest engineering cities. From the banks of the Solani river to the tree-lined avenues near IIT Roorkee, every kilometre tells a story.
Whether you're chasing a personal best in the 21.1K or running your very first race in the 5K, Roorkee welcomes you with open roads, loud cheers and an unforgettable finish-line festival.
Sunday, 29 November 2026
Flag-off at 6:00 AM
Pavilion Ground BEG & C,
Roorkee, Uttarakhand 247667
23–28 November 2026
10 AM – 7 PM
Live music, brunch & prize
distribution from 9:00 AM
Feel the JOSH
Roorkee Half Marathon offers you the unique opportunity to run alongside our brave soldiers. Feel the pride and camaraderie as you share the course with these real-life heroes. It's a chance to connect and feel the ‘JOSH’ of our brave soldiers.
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Moments
Highlights from previous editions — the sweat, the smiles and the finish-line joy.
Race Categories
The Course
Course map indicative. Final route subject to municipal approval.
Flag-off from the Pavilion Ground BEG & C Roorkee.
Wide, tree-lined avenue — perfect for settling into your pace.
A breathtaking turn past the historic British-era aqueduct.
Turn at the historic Piran Kaliyar Dargah — then race for home.
Red-carpet finish back at Pavilion Ground BEG & C with live crowds cheering you home.
Race Weekend
10 AM – 7 PM · Bib & kit collection opens at Community Centre.
10 AM – 7 PM · Last day for kit pickup. No on-spot registration.
Got Questions?
The 21.1K is open to runners aged 16+, the 10K to 14+, and the 5K fun run to anyone aged 12+. Participants under 18 need parental consent during registration.
Yes. All 21.1K and 10K participants receive disposable chip timing bibs. Gun time and chip time are both published after the race.
A race bib with chip, official dry-fit t-shirt, finisher medal, on-course nutrition, e-certificate, and access to the finish-line festival.
Registrations are non-refundable. Bib transfer to another runner is allowed until 15 November 2026 with a ₹100 admin fee via the registration portal.
At the Race Expo on 23–28 November 2026, Community Centre, Roorkee. Carry a photo ID and your registration confirmation email.
Free parking is available at the Civil Lines ground, a 4-minute walk from the start line. We recommend arriving by 5:15 AM.
Our Heritage
The proud history and heritage of Bengal Sappers dates back to 1803 when Capt T Wood raised the Bengal Pioneers at Cawnpore. The Corps was found to be immensely valuable in the conduct of operations and it was therefore decided to raise Sappers and Miners units with greater capabilities. Accordingly in 1819, a part of the Bengal Pioneers were framed into Corps of Bengal Sappers and Miners at Allahabad. The remainder of Corps of Pioneers was absorbed into this in 1833. In November 1853, the Headquarters moved to Roorkee, where it has remained ever since. The Designation changed to “1st Prince of Wales Own Sappers and Miners”, in 1906, and in 1919 to “1st King George’s Own Bengal Sappers and Miners”. In Mar 1923, it was renamed “King George’s Own Bengal Sappers and Miners”. Post-Independence, the group has been renamed as Bengal Engr Group.
Early-bird pricing ends 31 October 2026. Spots are limited to 5,000 runners.
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