Prize Money Rules
Rules and regulations governing prize money distribution for the Indore Marathon.
Prize Money Rules
The race results released on race day are provisional. The official results and prize money distribution will be governed by the rules and regulations of the event.
Finish positions of the runners falling within the age groups will be based on net finish times only.
Rules and Regulations
1. Eligibility for Prize Money
Only confirmed runners falling within the age groups given below, and starting their race in accordance with point 2 below will be entitled to be considered for prize money mentioned in the prize money structure for the race category:
| Half Marathon | 10 Km |
|---|---|
18 to 35 yrs Female 18 to 40 yrs Male | 18 to 35 yrs Female 18 to 40 yrs Male |
>35 to 44 yrs Female >40 to 50 yrs Male | >35 to 45 yrs Female >40 to 50 yrs Male |
>45 to 55 yrs Female >50 to 60 yrs Male | >45 to 55 yrs Female >50 to 60 yrs Male |
>55 yrs Female >60 yrs Male | >55 yrs Female >60 yrs Male |
2. Age Calculation
The age will be calculated on the race day.
3. Start Line Requirement
Runners need to cross the start line within 20 minutes of the official race start to be eligible for timings, rankings, and prize money (if applicable).
4. Finish Time Cut-off
The cut-off of finish time for prize money entitlement for the race categories is as mentioned below:
- Half Marathon: 3 hours from start time
- 10K Run: 1 hour 45 minutes from start time
5. Minimum Runners Requirement
Minimum number of runners in each category (other than International category) should be 5 for eligibility of prize money.
Minimum number of runners in the International runner (other than Indian nationals) category should be 15 for eligibility of prize money.
6. Additional Requirements
In addition to the above, entitlement to finish positions and prize money winnings are also subject to:
- Bib tag timing captured across all timing points on the course, including at the start and finish mats
- Physical verification by technical officials and anti-cheat cameras
- You need to show the original bib to claim the prize
7. Disqualification
Runners who have exchanged their race number bib and/or bib tag with others will be disqualified from the competition. These runners will not be eligible for any timing or prize money (if applicable).
8. Proof of Identity
Prize winners may be asked to provide additional proof of identity or age as required by the event organizers to receive prize money. If they fail to do so, the organizers may, at their sole discretion, withhold the prize money or disqualify the participant from the competition.
9. Tax Obligations
Prize money is subject to applicable Indian income tax rules, and the winner is responsible for paying these taxes.
10. Age Eligibility
The minimum age eligibility to apply in each race category is 18 years on race day. There is no upper age limit for any race category.
11. Single Registration
An individual can only register for one race at the on-ground event. Submitting multiple applications will result in all being rejected.
12. Complimentary Bib
Runners with complimentary Bib will not be eligible in any awards category.
Appeals
1. Eligibility to Dispute
Confirmed runners are eligible to dispute the final age category placements as published after the race.
2. Submission Process
The Protest must be emailed to [email protected]
3. Time Limit
Objections must be submitted within three days following the race conclusion.
4. Jury Decision
A jury shall deliberate, verify and deliver its decision on the Protest within 7 working days of receiving the protest letter. The decision will be intimated to the person lodging the protest.
5. Committee Review
The committee will have seven business days to examine and determine the validity of the protest. The individual who lodged the protest will be informed of the outcome.
6. Final Decision
Decision of the Event Organiser shall be final and binding on all.
Contact Us
For any questions or disputes regarding prize money rules, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
SMS: "Academy of Indore Marathoners"
Phone: +91 62675 39205
Email (General): [email protected]