India athletics at the Asian Games 2026 will feature a large group of track and field athletes competing in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Indian athletes will compete across sprinting, middle and long-distance running, hurdles, jumps, throws, combined events, marathon and race walking.
This page covers the Indian athletics team, athletes, events, schedule, results and live streaming for the Asian Games 2026. All times on this page are shown in India Standard Time (IST).
India Athletics Team at Asian Games 2026
The Athletics Federation of India initially announced a 77-member athletics squad consisting of 34 men and 43 women. The squad was subsequently modified before the Games, including changes involving several athletes. The final competition list should therefore be checked against the latest official entries and event schedule.
Among the major Indian names are Avinash Sable, Gulveer Singh, Murali Sreeshankar, Praveen Chithravel, Tejaswin Shankar, Tajinder Pal Toor, Jyothi Yarraji, Parul Chaudhary, Ancy Sojan and Priyanka Goswami.
Indian Athletics Stars to Watch
| Athlete | Event | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Avinash Sable | 3000m Steeplechase | Men |
| Gulveer Singh | 1500m, 5000m, 10,000m | Men |
| Murali Sreeshankar | Long Jump | Men |
| Praveen Chithravel | Triple Jump | Men |
| Tejaswin Shankar | Decathlon | Men |
| Tajinder Pal Toor | Shot Put | Men |
| Jyothi Yarraji | 100m Hurdles | Women |
| Parul Chaudhary | 1500m, 3000m Steeplechase, 5000m | Women |
| Ancy Sojan | Long Jump | Women |
| Priyanka Goswami | Race Walking | Women |
Avinash Sable is returning to the Asian Games after winning the men's 3000m steeplechase at Hangzhou. Reuters reported ahead of Aichi-Nagoya that Sable had returned to competition following a long injury absence and was targeting another Asian Games title.
Neeraj Chopra Will Miss Asian Games 2026
Neeraj Chopra will not compete at the Asian Games 2026. The Olympic champion withdrew from the remainder of the 2026 season after suffering an ankle ligament injury. The Athletics Federation of India subsequently added Yashvir Singh to the men's javelin team alongside Rohit Yadav.
Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav are therefore the Indian men's javelin throw representatives listed for the competition rather than Chopra.
India Athletics Schedule — IST
All times below are displayed in India Standard Time (IST). Japan Standard Time is 3 hours and 30 minutes ahead of India.
| Date | Indian Athlete / Event | India Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| September 24 | Women's 10,000m Final | 5:55 PM |
| September 25 | Women's Heptathlon | From 4:41 PM |
| September 26 | Men's Triple Jump Final — Praveen Chithravel / Karthik | 5:05 PM |
| September 26 | Men's 1500m — Gulveer Singh | 5:21 PM |
| September 28 | Men's 1500m Final — Gulveer Singh | 4:35 PM |
| September 28 | Women's 800m — Indian athletes | 4:50 PM |
The official India schedule is subject to updates as heats, qualification rounds and final entries are confirmed. The current India schedule lists athletics events at Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium in IST.
Indian Athletes by Event
Distance Running
- Gulveer Singh — 1500m, 5000m and 10,000m
- Avinash Sable — 3000m steeplechase
- Parul Chaudhary — 1500m, 3000m steeplechase and 5000m
Hurdles
- Jyothi Yarraji — Women's 100m hurdles
- Yashas P — Men's 400m hurdles
- Santhosh Tamilarasan — Men's 400m hurdles
Jumps
- Murali Sreeshankar — Long jump
- Ancy Sojan — Women's long jump
- Shaili Singh — Women's long jump
- Praveen Chithravel — Triple jump
- Tejaswin Shankar — Decathlon
Throws
- Tajinder Pal Toor — Shot put
- Rohit Yadav — Javelin throw
- Yashvir Singh — Javelin throw
- Damneet Singh — Hammer throw
Race Walking
- Priyanka Goswami — Full marathon race walk
- Manju Rani — Full marathon race walk
The event-by-event squad published by the Athletics Federation of India includes these athletes and their respective disciplines.
Where Will India Athletics Take Place?
Most Indian track and field events will take place at Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium in Nagoya, Aichi.
The stadium is the principal athletics venue for the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Games, while road-based race walking uses a separate course in central Nagoya.
Asian Games 2026 India Athletics Live Streaming
Indian viewers can follow Asian Games 2026 coverage through the official Indian broadcast and streaming partners. Current Asian Games coverage information identifies Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV as the main television and digital platforms for viewers in India.
Asian Games 2026 Athletics — India Live Coverage
Check the official Indian broadcaster and streaming platform for athletics sessions, finals and medal events.
Asian Games Live Streaming →India Athletics Results
Indian athletics results will be added to this page as events are completed during the Asian Games 2026.
| Date | Event | Indian Result |
|---|---|---|
| September 24 | Women's 10,000m | Pending |
| September 26 | Men's Triple Jump | Pending |
| September 26 | Men's 1500m | Pending |
| September 28 | Men's 1500m Final | Pending |
India Athletics Medal Events
Indian athletes will compete for medals across track, field and road events. Key medal events involving Indian athletes include the 3000m steeplechase, 1500m, 5000m, 10,000m, long jump, triple jump, shot put, javelin throw, decathlon, heptathlon and race walking.
Results and medal positions will be updated after the official competition results are published.
India Athletics at the Asian Games
India has historically been one of the strongest athletics nations at the Asian Games. At Hangzhou, Indian athletes including Neeraj Chopra, Avinash Sable, Parul Chaudhary and Jyothi Yarraji were among the country's notable performers.
The 2026 team combines experienced Asian Games medalists with younger athletes competing on the continental stage for the first time.
Asian Games 2026 India Athletics FAQ
When does India athletics start at the Asian Games 2026?
India's athletics events begin during the athletics program in late September. The first track and field sessions are scheduled from September 24, with the wider athletics program also including race walking and marathon events.
What time is Asian Games athletics in India?
All times on this page are shown in IST. India is 3 hours and 30 minutes behind Japan, so a 6:00 PM event in Japan starts at 2:30 PM in India.
Is Neeraj Chopra competing at Asian Games 2026?
No. Neeraj Chopra withdrew from the Asian Games after suffering an ankle ligament injury that ruled him out for the remainder of the 2026 season. Yashvir Singh was added to India's men's javelin team.
Who are India's main athletics stars at Asian Games 2026?
Major Indian names include Avinash Sable, Gulveer Singh, Murali Sreeshankar, Praveen Chithravel, Tejaswin Shankar, Tajinder Pal Toor, Jyothi Yarraji, Parul Chaudhary, Ancy Sojan and Priyanka Goswami.
Where can I watch India athletics live?
Indian viewers should check Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV for Asian Games 2026 athletics coverage and streaming availability.
Where will Indian athletics events be held?
Most track and field events will take place at Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium in Nagoya, Japan.
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Last updated: September 17, 2026
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