Athletics

Showcase of maritime sprint speed, explosive relay teamwork, middle-distance pacing, and upper-body shot power.

Format

100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 4x100m Relay & Shot Put (Heats & Timed Finals)

Equipment

Official Gear Provided

Dates

5–12 Jan 2027

Technical Provisions & Competition Matrix

Federation / Rule AuthorityWorld Athletics Competition & Technical Rules

Playing Strength & Roster100m/200m/400m/800m/Shot Put: Individual | 4x100m Relay: 4 athletes + registered reserves

Scoring & Winner Determination

Photo-finish electronic timing for track; longest valid throw (3 attempts) for shot put.

Safety, Medical & Equipment Protocol

Maximum 6mm pyramid spikes permitted on synthetic track. Shot put safety cage and exclusion sector.

Men's & Women's track & field events across 3 age categories

World Athletics start block commands and false start rules apply

Relay baton pass must be completed inside the 30-meter takeover zone

Shot put: athlete must exit from rear half of circle after shot lands

Nominations Closed

Registrations are currently closed by the Secretariat. Explore official venue guidelines below.

Ganpat University - Athletic Track and Field

8-lane 400m all-weather synthetic polyurethane track and dedicated shot put throwing circle.

Host CampusGanpat University, Kherva

Medical WingPhysiotherapy On-Site

Technical JuryFederation Certified