The SKF Goa River Marathon (SKF-GRM) route runs largely parallel to Goa's scenic Zuari River. The route is AIMS certified and will be closed to vehicular traffic for at least 6 hours. Hydration stations will be placed at 1 to 1.5 KM intervals, with medical aid available at every alternate station. Additionally, emergency response vehicles will patrol the route.

Throughout the course, race officials will be present and patrolling, and photographers will be positioned at key points to maximize coverage and give you the best chance of being captured in action.

The current edition of the SKF Goa River Marathon will be held on Sunday, December 14, 2025 in Chicalim village, Vasco da Gama, Goa.

There are five categories:

• Full Marathon (42.195 KM)
• 20 Miler (32 KM)
• Half Marathon (21.1 KM)
• 10K Run
• 5K Fun Walk

We offer two types of discounts:
Early Bird Discount: A 15% discount is available for the first two months of registration.
Group Discount:A 10% discount is available for groups of 10 or more runners and will remain valid as long as registrations are open (until 30th November).

Please note: During the Early Bird period, only the 'Early Bird Discount' applies not the group discount. Once the Early Bird period ends, the Group Discount applies for eligible group entries.

Yes. We offer a 10% group discount for teams or groups with 10 or more runners.

If the transaction failed at the payment gateway stage, and the amount was debited but no confirmation was received, the payment gateway team will try to trace and match the payment to the participant. If they are unable to do so, the amount will be refunded to your account within 3 working days. Please email runnersingoa@gmail.com or support@skfgoarivermarathon.com with details including your name, date of registration, and email ID. We will follow up to ensure the issue is resolved.

The last date for online registration for all events is 25th November 2025. Spot registrations for the 5K will be accepted at the Expo venue on 12th & 13th December, subject to availability. We strongly recommend registering early. Only those who register by 25th November will have their names printed on their bibs.

No. Registrations are non-refundable under all circumstances.

No. Transfers to other participants or future editions are not allowed.

Yes. Category changes are allowed until 14th November 2025:

• Upgrades (shorter to longer): Pay the difference + a processing fee
• Downgrades (longer to shorter): No refund of fee difference

Yes, participants in the following categories will receive a timing bib with chip:

• Full Marathon
• 20 Miler
• Half Marathon
• 10K Run

Bib collection details will be emailed and posted on the website closer to race day. Participants must bring ID and confirmation email.

• Full Marathon: 4:00 AM
• 20 Miler: 4:30 AM
• Half Marathon: 5:30 AM
• 10K: 6:15 AM

Certificates are awarded only to those who finish within the following times:

• Marathon: 6 hours
• 20 Miler: 5 hours
• Half Marathon: 3:30 hours
• 10K: 90 minutes

To be eligible for podium prizes, you must finish within:

• Marathon: 5:30 hours
• 20 Miler: 4:30 hours
• Half Marathon: 2:45 hours
• 10K: 75 minutes

Only Open Category prizes for all events will be declared on the day of the event. Age Category prizes will be announced three days later and distributed within a fortnight. Prize winners in the Open Category must provide bank account details in India.

Prize positions in the Open Category are based on Gun Time.
Age Category prizes are based on Net Finish Time.
Each participant is eligible for only one prize if a participant qualifies for both Open and Age Category prizes, only the Open Category prize will be awarded.

Cut-off times to qualify for prize eligibility:

• Marathon: 5 hrs 30 min
• 20 Miler: 4 hrs 30 min
• Half Marathon: 2 hrs 45 min
• 10K: 75 min