4th Edition of HCL Cyclothon 2026 Hits Noida this March with a Rs. 30 Lakh Prize Pool

Registrations open till February 28 for the 4th edition of Noida?s premier endurance race on March 15, 2026

is set to return with its fourth edition on March 15, 2026, along the Gaur City Mall Road, Noida. Partnered by the Cycling Federation of India (CFI) and in association with the Government of Uttar Pradesh and supported by the Uttar Pradesh Police Department. The event will feature Asia’s largest prize purse for a cycling race with a prize pool of Rs. 30 lakh, reinforcing its position as one of India’s premier cycling events.

Since its launch in 2023, HCL Cyclothon has rapidly grown into one of India’s premier road cycling events. Now held annually in Bangalore, Noida, Chennai, and Hyderabad, and it has so far attracted approximately 16,000 cyclists from across the country. With strong support from state governments, the event provides a safe, vehicle-free environment, encouraging participation and smooth infrastructure for the participant cyclists. The HCL Cyclothon is envisioned as a platform to showcase both professional talent and amateur enthusiasm, while inspiring a new generation to take up cycling as a sport and a sustainable lifestyle choice.

Registrations for HCL Cyclothon Noida 2026 opened on January 10, 2026, and will remain open until February 28, 2026, across all categories. The Bib Expo will be held on March 13 and 14, 2026, ahead of the main race scheduled for March 15, 2026.

Commenting on the announcement, Mr Rajat Chandolia, AVP & Head of Brand Strategy, HCL Group, said, “We are proud to see HCL Cyclothon gain massive momentum as we enter our fourth year in Noida. Our journey began in 2023 with 1,300 cyclists, and by our third edition, we had already doubled that participation. We are even more hopeful this year as we tap into a booming culture where 67% of urban Indians now ride at least once a week—the highest participation rate globally. By driving a collective shift toward endurance and a lifestyle revolution, the HCL Cyclothon serves as the perfect realisation of our vision: ‘Human Potential Multiplied'.”

The Cycling Federation of India, the official governing body for cycle racing in India, will once again lend its technical expertise and operational support to ensure the event meets global standards.

The event details are as follows:

Category	Cycle Type	Distance	Format / Notes
Professional Road Race	Road Cycles	60 km	Criterium format. Participation through CFI only
Amateur Road Race	Road and Hybrid Cycles	60 km and 25 km	CFI cyclists aged 18–40 years are not allowed in this category
Amateur MTB Race	MTB Cycles	25 km	CFI and non-CFI cyclists are eligible for “across age group” prize money. Age category prizes for non-CFI riders only
Green Ride	Any Cycle	10 km	Leisure ride. Rental bike option available

HCL Cyclothon has emerged as a catalyst for a nationwide fitness movement, inspiring people to adopt healthier and more active lifestyles. Aligned with the #ChangeYourGear theme, the 2026 edition highlights the transformative power of cycling, encouraging participants to push personal limits while fostering a spirit of fitness, sustainability, and competitive excellence.

About HCL

Founded in 1976 as one of India’s original IT garage start-ups, HCL Group is a pioneer of modern computing with many firsts to its credit, including the introduction of the 8-bit microprocessor-based computer in 1978, well before its global peers. Today, the HCL Group has a presence across varied sectors that include technology, healthcare and talent management solutions and comprises three companies – HCL Infosystems, HCLTech and HCL Healthcare. The enterprise generates annual revenues of over US$14.2 billion with 226,600 employees operating across 60 countries. For further information, visit www.hcl.com.