SBI Kochi Navy Half Marathon 2026 to be held on December 13

Kochi: The seventh edition of the SBI Kochi Navy Half Marathon (KNHM) will be held on December 13, 2026, at Bolgatty Palace in Kochi, the Southern Naval Command announced on Saturday, September 19.

The event will feature three race categories, including a 21.1 km half marathon, 10 km timed run and 5 km fun run, allowing participation across different age groups and fitness levels.

State Bank of India is the title sponsor of this year's edition. The organisers said the partnership is aimed at expanding the reach of the event's message on fitness and healthy living.

Speaking at a press conference in Kochi, Rear Admiral Prakash Gopalan, Chief of Staff, Southern Naval Command, said the marathon is intended to promote an active lifestyle while strengthening the association between the Indian Navy and the people of Kochi and Kerala.

The organisers expect participation from schools, colleges, corporate organisations, running communities, fitness enthusiasts and runners from Kerala, neighbouring states and other parts of the country.

The event is also positioned as an opportunity for both experienced runners and first-time participants to take part in a large-scale sporting event in Kochi.
10,000 runners targeted, prize money raised seven-fold
The sixth edition of the Kochi Navy Half Marathon, held last year, saw an impressive 7,052 runners participate. Building on that response, the organisers are targeting 10,000 participants this year, Rear Admiral Prakash said.

The prize money has also been increased seven-fold from last year. In the 21.1-km category, the winner will receive ₹1.5 lakh. The second- and third-place finishers will get ₹1.25 lakh and ₹1 lakh, respectively.

In the 10-km category, the winner will receive ₹1 lakh, followed by ₹75,000 for second place and ₹50,000 for third.

The same prize money will be awarded separately to male and female winners in both categories.

Registration and discount

Online registration for the SBI Kochi Navy Half Marathon 2026 began on September 19. Participants can register through the official event website, kochinavymarathon.com.

As part of the introductory offer, participants registering on or before September 30, 2026, will be eligible for a flat 25% Super Early Bird discount.

The marathon is being organised by the Southern Naval Command with the stated objective of promoting fitness and community participation.