Frequently Asked Questions

The "SHHM - the Ultra Half Marathon" is organized by the SATARA RUNNERS FOUNDATION (SRF), a nonprofit organization. SRF is a group of runners, who have been organizing this event, on a voluntary & community basis, since 2012 - with a focus on keeping the "Runner" at the center of all its activities.

The route for all the races is an OUT & BACK course. The Starting point, as well as the Finish point, is Police Parade Ground, Satara City.

A detailed map of the route, along with photos of the course, and an elevation profile is available on our website here.

PS: Final details of the route for SHHM every year are subject to approvals and permissions from the respective Official departments. The final announcement in this regard will be made at the appropriate time.

Yes, Timing chips for the computerized recording of the run will be provided to all runners of the main SHHM (21.1 km) event.

Registrations for JBG SHHM 2024 are going to be carried out in two phases.

1. Pre-Registrations, and

2. Final Registrations.

Every participant should pre-register themselves to be eligible for final registrations.

Pre-registrations start from 3 April, 2024 at 6 AM & will close on 7 April, 2024 at 6 PM.

Final Registrations start on 10 April, 2024 at 6 AM until all slots are filled.

Dates for pre-registration and final registrations are as follows:

Pre-registrations: From 3 April, 2024 at 6 am to 7 April, 2024 at 6pm.

Final Registrations: Start from 10 April, 2024 at 6 am until all slots are filled.

Please visit the SHHM registration page for more details.

SHHM registrations are taken online. Please visit the SHHM registration page to register yourself.

Registration for JBG SHHM 2024 will happen in two steps.
Every year, due to popular demand for our event, there's a lot of rush on registration day. Runners often end up filling incorrect information as they try to complete their registration form online hastily. Many runners also miss their chance to register as the available slots usually fill up in a couple of hours.

That's why we're introducing a new process this time, that'll help everyone to get a fair chance to register for their favorite Half Marathon.

All Athletes who successfully PRE-REGISTER between 3 April, 2024 and 7 April, 2024 will become eligible for the final Registration process for JBG SHHM 2024.

However, pre-registration DOES NOT GUARANTEE a slot to run in JBG SHHM 2024.

Final Registration will start on 10 April, 2024 at 6 AM ( will be closed as soon as the available spots fill up )

Only Pre-registered candidates will be able to confirm their registration by completing their payment on 10 April, 2024, as long as registration spots are available.

So make sure to pre-register between 3 April, 2024 and 7 April, 2024 to qualify for a chance to register on 10 April, 2024.

Candidates who've not pre-registered won't be eligible for the registration process.

Registration fees for JBG SHHM 2024 are as follows:

1. Satara District Runners With Valid Aadhaar ID (Local Category): ₹1200 + GST.
2. All Runners (General Category): ₹1800 + GST.

You can register at the SHHM registration page after registration dates are declared.

Expo for JBG SHHM 2024 will be held on 30 and 31 August, 2024 (2 days).

Expo Time (Day 1): 12PM - 7PM (Local Runners)
Expo Time (Day 2): 10AM - 6PM (Outstation Runners)

The address for the Explo Venue is Abhaysinhraje Sanskrutik Bhavan, Shendre Fata, Shendre, Satara – 415 004.

Please visit SHHM Expo page for more information.

Under exceptional cases, in case the transaction failed at the payment gateway stage, and if the money was debited but a confirmation was not generated, the money will be credited back to your account within 3 working days automatically. However, if in rare cases that does not happen and if you need further support, please email us with details of your registration – date of registration, name, and mail id and we will follow up to ensure the problem is tracked and dealt with.
Send an email to [email protected].

Prize money is distributed in various age groups for both men and women. You can see the Age Categories and other Prize Money related details including rules and regulations here.

Special Medal Categories
Every finisher will get a finisher’s medal & an online certificate with the finishing time. However, to make it more exciting, challenging & fulfilling for the runners, we have three categories of finisher’s medals in the Half Marathon event, according to different cut-off times as follows.

Medal Cut-Off Times
Hill Champion 8:30 am
Hill Conqueror 9:00 am
Hill Challenger 10:30 am
No Medal After 10:30 am

The race starts at 6:30 am sharp. The cut-off times will be strictly implemented as per the official clock at the race venue.

Your Time which will be considered for the Medal Category will start at 6:30 am as soon as the race is flagged off and NOT when you cross the Timing mat Start line. So adjust your pace & effort accordingly, keeping in mind the above-mentioned cut-off times.

Please note that Finisher Medals will be awarded according to Gun Time but your Ranking and Official Timing will be as per Chip time, starting when you cross the Timing mat at the Starting line.

Sorry, no cancellations/transfers are possible and registration fees are non-refundable.

Our aim as organizers is to promote & propagate the sport of Distance Running in our predominantly semi-rural & rural communities. To that end, we offer lower rates for registration to local runners, in comparison to outstation runners.

The SHHM is a very popular event & is much in demand. The demand is far in excess of the available registration slots. However, the organizers cannot increase the registrations due to logistical issues. The organizers want to maintain the high standards set in the past, ensuring a flawless & memorable experience for all runners. Additionally, the accommodation options like Hotels, etc are also limited in a small city like Satara, posing an additional challenge, especially for Outstation runners.

There are three Line-Up sections at JBG SHHM.
LINE-UP A, B & C.

Section A is for the fastest runners, nearest to the Starting line.
It is followed by the intermediate runners in Section B & the last section is Section C, which is farthest from the Start Point.

The Qualifying criteria for participation in JBG SHHM & Seeding /Line Up section allotment for JBG SHHM 2024 are as follows:

It is not compulsory to have a Timing Certificate from a previous event to participate.
However, we strongly advise you to train well for the event, especially if this is your first event. Follow one of our training programs to make sure you reach the Starting line fully prepared.

Those who do not have / cannot provide any Timing Certificate from a previous event will be automatically allotted Line-Up section C.

If you wish to have a better seeding/Line Up section ( A or B ), then please provide your Finish Time certificate or Results link from a Half or Full Marathon event held on or after 1 April 2023. Timing certificate submitted once cannot be changed or upgraded.

The cutoff times for the qualifying/allocation for Line-Up sections are as follows :

Only runners having valid residential proof of Satara District will be allowed to register under the Local Satara District Runner category.  Only ADHAR CARD shall be considered residential proof.

All registrations will be scrutinized. Any Outstation runners found to have registered in the Local category will be DISQUALIFIED. The registration charges will be refunded only AFTER DEDUCTING penalty + processing fees (total ₹ 500).

We regret to inform you that we are unable to assist with accommodation arrangements in Satara. As volunteers managing this event with limited resources, we focus on organizing the marathon itself. Accommodation options in our small city are typically booked well in advance by participants. Due to limited availability and lack of cooperation from hotel owners, we advise runners to secure accommodation before registering.

Our two-step registration process allows pre-registered participants time to arrange accommodation before finalizing registration. If you struggle to find accommodation, consider staying with friends from the running community or family friends nearby.

We are also exploring homestay options with local runners to support participants in need. Stay tuned for updates on our website regarding this matter.

Please follow us on our social media to stay updated with scheduled Training Runs. You can also train by opting for one of the available Training Programs by our Fitness Partner Fitpage. Details coming soon.

You can look out for man-made slopes like parking lots, ramps, etc. You can also run on a Treadmill with an inclined ramp. Alternatively, running up and downstairs in a building ( gradually increasing the number of stairs and speed ) is also a good strategy.