Devils Circuit vs The Yoddha Race: distance, stations, price & difficulty compared (2026-27)
Devils Circuit has 9 upcoming events in 1 country (entry ₹2,500–₹12,000); The Yoddha Race has 6 upcoming events in 1 country (entry ₹5,000–₹7,500). Data from 15 event listings, updated daily.
Verdict
Devils Circuit: 5 km run + 15 obstacles. Devils Circuit is cheaper to enter (from ₹2,500 vs ₹5,000). Both are rated Intermediate. Devils Circuit has more upcoming events (9 in 1 country vs 6 in 1 country).
India's obstacle race series: 5 km with 15 obstacles in 12 cities
Indian hybrid fitness race: 700 m runs between 7 workout zones
Key differences
- Running / distanceDevils Circuit: 5 kmThe Yoddha Race: 700 m runs + 7 workout zones
- DivisionsDevils Circuit: Open waves, Competitive waves (leaderboard)The Yoddha Race: Sunday, Saturday, Male Open, Female Open
- DifficultyDevils Circuit: IntermediateThe Yoddha Race: Intermediate
- Entry price (upcoming events)Devils Circuit: ₹2,500–₹12,000The Yoddha Race: ₹5,000–₹7,500
- Upcoming eventsDevils Circuit: 9 events in 1 countryThe Yoddha Race: 6 events in 1 country
Devils Circuit vs The Yoddha Race side by side
Format facts from the organisers: devilscircuit.com. Event counts and prices from race.fitness listings.
Next Devils Circuit races
- Maruti Suzuki Swift Devils Circuit Ahmedabad 2026-27 · 25 Oct 2026
- Maruti Suzuki Swift Devils Circuit Pune 2026-27 · 15 Nov 2026
- Maruti Suzuki Swift Devils Circuit Mumbai 2026-27 · 28 Nov 2026
Next The Yoddha Race races
- The Yoddha Race Season 3 - Mumbai · 21 Nov 2026
- The Yoddha Race Season 3 - Hyderabad · 5 Dec 2026
- The Yoddha Race Season 3 - Bengaluru · 19 Dec 2026
What is Devils Circuit?
Maruti Suzuki Swift Devils Circuit is an obstacle race series in India, founded by Adnan Adeeb and produced by Spectacom Global. It describes itself as India's first obstacle race and is now in its 14th season, touring 12 Indian cities including Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad and Kochi, with a finale in Delhi.
Each race is a 5 km course with 15 obstacles. Categories include Competitive, where men must clear 15 obstacles within 50 minutes and women 13 within 70 minutes to qualify for the leaderboard, a limited Pro Wave, Competitive Doubles, a Corporate Cup for teams of three, and Non-Competitive waves with no clock. The fastest 25 competitive racers qualify for the season finale. Finishers receive a medal, T-shirt and bandana, with hydration every kilometre. The non-competitive waves suit beginners and groups; the competitive categories need good running and grip strength.
What is The Yoddha Race?
The Yoddha Race is a hybrid fitness race series in India run by Spectacom Global, the company behind Devils Circuit. Season 3 has six regional races, in Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Chandigarh and Delhi, followed by a Grand Finale.
The race alternates 700 m runs with seven workout zones completed in order: 1,000 m rowing, 50 m sled push, 50 m sled pull, 200 m kettlebell carry, 30 box jumps, 100 m weighted lunge walk and wall ball throws, with weights set by category. Categories are Male and Female Open and Male, Female and Mixed Doubles, with a Masters (40+) category added at regional level. Finishers under 90 minutes earn the Yoddha medal. Results feed a national leaderboard that decides who reaches the Grand Finale, which adds mystery workouts and a cash prize pool. It suits regular gym-goers and runners preparing for hybrid racing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Devils Circuit harder than The Yoddha Race?
Both are rated Intermediate, so neither is clearly harder on paper. How hard either feels depends on the division you enter: Devils Circuit offers Open waves, Competitive waves (leaderboard); The Yoddha Race offers Sunday, Saturday, Male Open, Female Open.
How many Devils Circuit and The Yoddha Race races are coming up?
Race.Fitness lists 9 upcoming Devils Circuit events in 1 country (India) and 6 upcoming The Yoddha Race events in 1 country (India).
Is Devils Circuit or The Yoddha Race cheaper to enter?
Entry prices for upcoming events: Devils Circuit ₹2,500–₹12,000; The Yoddha Race ₹5,000–₹7,500. Prices vary by division, ticket wave and country.
When is the next Devils Circuit or The Yoddha Race race?
The next Devils Circuit event is Maruti Suzuki Swift Devils Circuit Ahmedabad 2026-27 on 25 Oct 2026. The next The Yoddha Race event is The Yoddha Race Season 3 - Mumbai on 21 Nov 2026.
Which is better for beginners, Devils Circuit or The Yoddha Race?
Both Devils Circuit and The Yoddha Race need a base of running and strength fitness. Check each event’s divisions: most offer an open or team option that is easier than the pro or elite level.