SURYA SPITI
MARATHON
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PRIZES Surya SPITI Marathon 2026
AN INDIAN ARMY INITIATIVE

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Experience one of the world’s most breathtaking high-altitude races, where endurance, adventure, and the spirit of the Himalayas come together. Prepare for an unforgettable journey through the rugged landscapes and timeless culture of Spiti Valley.
Kunzum La Challenge - 77 KM
Total Prize Pool: ₹14.4 Lakhs  
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Position
CategoRIES
Open
Defence
18–30
31–45
45+
Winner
Female
Male
₹1,00,000
₹1,00,000
₹35,000
₹35,000
₹35,000
1st Runner Up
Female
Male
₹75,000
₹75,000
₹30,000
₹30,000
₹30,000
2nd Runner Up
Female
Male
₹50,000
₹50,000
₹25,000
₹25,000
₹25,000

Note: For Civilian participants, prizes will be awarded in both Open Category and respective Age Categories. Defence Personnel participants will only be eligible for Open Category prizes, and no separate Age Category prizes will be applicable for Defence entries.

Surya Spiti Marathon - 42.195 KM - ( Racing Spiti River )
Total Prize Pool: ₹11.4 Lakhs  
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Position
Category
Open
Defence
18–30
31–45
45+
Winner
Female
Male
₹90,000
₹90,000
₹25,000
₹25,000
₹25,000
1st Runner Up
Female
Male
₹65,000
₹65,000
₹20,000
₹20,000
₹20,000
2nd Runner Up
Female
Male
₹40,000
₹40,000
₹15,000
₹15,000
₹15,000

Note: For Civilian participants, prizes will be awarded in both Open Category and respective Age Categories. Defence Personnel participants will only be eligible for Open Category prizes, and no separate Age Category prizes will be applicable for Defence entries.

Surya Spiti Half Marathon - 21.09 KM - ( The Border Dash )
Total Prize Pool: ₹8.72 Lakhs  
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Position
Category
Open
Defence
16–30
31–45
45+
Winner
Female
Male
₹80,000
₹80,000
₹15,000
₹15,000
₹15,000
1st Runner Up
Female
Male
₹55,000
₹55,000
₹10,000
₹10,000
₹10,000
2nd Runner Up
Female
Male
₹35,000
₹35,000
₹7,000
₹7,000
₹7,000

Note: For Civilian participants, prizes will be awarded in both Open Category and respective Age Categories. Defence Personnel participants will only be eligible for Open Category prizes, and no separate Age Category prizes will be applicable for Defence entries.

Surya Spiti 10k Marathon - 10 KM - ( Highland Dash )
Total Prize Pool: ₹5.91 Lakhs  
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Position
Category
Open
Defence
14–30
31–45
45+
Winner
Female
Male
₹50,000
₹50,000
₹7,500
₹7,500
₹7,500
1st Runner Up
Female
Male
₹40,000
₹40,000
₹6,000
₹6,000
₹6,000
2nd Runner Up
Female
Male
₹30,000
₹30,000
₹5,000
₹5,000
₹5,000

Note: For Civilian participants, prizes will be awarded in both Open Category and respective Age Categories. Defence Personnel participants will only be eligible for Open Category prizes, and no separate Age Category prizes will be applicable for Defence entries.