The Indian athletics domestic calendar 2025 promises an action-packed year for athletes across the country. The season opens with the much-anticipated National Cross-Country Championships in January and concludes with the Tata Steel World 25K in December. This lineup offers a comprehensive platform for both seasoned and aspiring athletes to compete in various track and field events.
With India bidding to host the 2036 Summer Olympics, 2025 will be crucial for Indian athletes aiming to achieve new milestones. Notably, the country’s debut as the host of a World Athletics Continental Tour event will add prestige to the domestic circuit.
Key Events in the Indian Athletics Domestic Calendar 2025
The 2025 calendar includes a wide range of events, from the National Marathon to high-profile competitions like the Indian Grand Prix and the National Open Athletics Championships. Athletes will also participate in regional, junior, and international-level meets hosted in various cities across India.
Here’s a detailed look at the schedule:
Full List of Events in the Indian Athletics Domestic Calendar 2025
| Date | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| January 12 | 59th National Cross-Country Championships 2025 | Uttar Pradesh |
| February (TBA) | 20th National Inter District Junior Athletics Meet | Hyderabad |
| February 23 | National Marathon | New Delhi |
| March 18-20 | 20th National Youth Athletics Championships 2025 | Patna, Bihar |
| March 20 | 4th Indian Open Throws Competition 2025 | Reliance Academy, Mumbai |
| March 22 | 4th Indian Open Jumps Competition 2025 | Anju Bobby Foundation, Bengaluru |
| March 24 | 6th Indian Open 400m Competition 2025 | Trivandrum, Kerala |
| March 28 | Indian Grand Prix 1 2025 | Bengaluru |
| April 1 | Indian Open Athletics Meetings | Sangrur, Punjab |
| April 5 | Indian Open Athletics Meetings | Ahmedabad, Gujarat |
| April 10 | Indian Open Athletics Meetings | Ranchi, Jharkhand |
| April 15 | Indian Open Athletics Meetings | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| April 19 | 12th Indian Open Race Walking Competition 2025 | Chandigarh |
| April 21 | Indian Open Athletics Meetings | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| April 21-24 | 28th National Federation Senior Athletics Championships 2025 | Panchkula, Haryana |
| April 27 | TCS World 10K Run | Bengaluru |
| April 30 | 2nd National Open Relay Carnival 2025 | Chandigarh |
| May 10-11 | World Athletics Relays 2025 | China |
| May 17 | Indian Grand Prix 2 2025 | Trivandrum, Kerala |
| May 27-29 | 23rd National Junior Federation Athletics Championships 2025 | Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh |
| May 27 | Asian Championship 2025 | Korea |
| June 10-25 | Senior State Championships (State Meets) | Various Locations |
| July 12 | Indian Open Athletics Meetings | Pune (ASI), Maharashtra |
| July 19 | Indian Open Athletics Meetings | Patna, Bihar |
| July 27 | Indian Open Athletics Meetings | Himachal Pradesh |
| July 28 | Indian Open Athletics Meetings | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| August 7 | 4th National Javelin Day Competition | All States |
| August 10 | 1st Indian Open World Athletics Bronze Level Continental Tour | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| August 20-24 | 64th National Inter State Senior Athletics Championships 2025 | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| September 9-11 | South Zone Junior Athletics Championships 2025 | Puducherry |
| September 13-21 | World Athletics Championships 2025 | Tokyo, Japan |
| September 14-16 | North Zone Junior Athletics Championships 2025 | Uttar Pradesh |
| September 18-20 | West Zone Junior Athletics Championships 2025 | Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh |
| September 22-24 | East Zone Junior Athletics Championships 2025 | Ranchi, Jharkhand |
| September 27-30 | 64th National Open Athletics Championships 2025 | Pune/Bengaluru |
| October 2-4 | 5th Indian Open U23 Athletics Competition 2025 | Hanumankonda, Warangal |
| October 10-14 | 40th National Junior Athletics Championships 2025 | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| October 12 | Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon | New Delhi |
| December 21 | Tata Steel World 25K | Kolkata, West Bengal |
Highlights of the Indian Athletics Domestic Calendar 2025
- Major National Competitions: The year will feature key national events, including the National Open Athletics Championships and the National Inter State Senior Athletics Championships, drawing the best athletes from across the country.
- India’s World Athletics Continental Tour Debut: A notable event for 2025 is India’s debut in hosting the World Athletics Continental Tour – Bronze Level in Bhubaneswar. This competition will attract international athletes, adding a global dimension to the Indian athletics scene.
- Long-Distance Running: Marathon enthusiasts will witness the prestigious Tata Steel World 25K and the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon, featuring a mix of professional athletes and amateur participants.
Conclusion
With a packed schedule that balances national and international competitions, the Indian athletics domestic calendar 2025 is set to provide athletes with ample opportunities to showcase their talents. Whether you are an athlete, coach, or fan, 2025 promises to be an exciting year for Indian athletics, with events spread across the country’s major cities.
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