After 5 seasons of setting pulses racing and providing a platform to budding enthusiasts to hone their skills, the 6th edition of the coveted Continental GT Cup is back in a bigger and adrenaline pumping avatar.
Royal Enfield, the global leader in the mid-sized motorcycle segment (250-750cc), has also announced that this edition will feature the all-new GT-R750 race prototype for the Professional category. Registrations are now open at https://www.royalenfield.com/in/en/gtcup/. The championship, presented by JK TYRE, invites riders from across the country to showcase their skills on the racetrack and compete at a national level on the Royal Enfield Continental GT motorcycles.
Key Highlights of Continental GT Cup 2026
• Introduction of the all-new GT-R750 race prototype for the Professional category. Amateur riders continue racing on the proven GT-R650 platform.
• ₹20 lakh prize pool, making it one of India’s most rewarding manufacturer-backed one-make racing championships.
• Zonal selections and Track School sessions across Guwahati, Delhi NCR, Pune and Bangalore to take place through May and June 2026.
• Final rider selections scheduled from June 18–21, 2026 at Kari Motor Speedway, Coimbatore.
• Championship rounds take place across August, September and November 2026.
• Registrations close on May 31, 2026.
Continuing its ‘Street to Track’ philosophy, the Continental GT Cup remains one of the most accessible entry points into circuit racing in India. With just a valid driving licence, riders can sign up and take their first step into racing. Last season saw an overwhelming response, with close to 6,000 registrations and 560 riders attending the zonal selections. From this, the fastest riders earned a place on the final grids, highlighting the growing interest in track racing across the country.
For the first time since 2022, professional and aspiring riders will compete on separate grids, bringing a sharper competitive edge while allowing both categories to progress at their own pace. The upcoming season will also feature a prize pool of INR 20 lakh alongwith hospitality support across all rounds, making it one of the most rewarding manufacturer-backed one-make racing championships in the country.
Introducing the All-New GT-R750 Race Prototype
A key highlight this season is the debut of the all-new Continental GT-R750 race prototype, developed for professional riders, marking the next step in Royal Enfield’s racing journey. Amateur riders will continue to compete on the proven GT-R650 platform, which has been at the core of the GT Cup over the past five seasons.
Built on an entirely new platform, the GT-R750 has been engineered to deliver sharper performance, greater agility, and enhanced rider feedback on the racetrack. The motorcycle features race-tuned suspension and braking systems, lightweight twin stainless steel race exhausts, and a new aerodynamic race fairing designed to help riders tuck in better and maximise straight-line performance.
Street to Track: Selection & Training
Zonal selections and track school sessions across Guwahati, Delhi NCR, Pune and Bangalore will give shortlisted participants a chance to train with experts before being evaluated on lap times. The final rider selections for GT Cup 2026 will take place from June 18 to 21,2026 at Kari Motor Speedway, Coimbatore. The racing season will unfold across three rounds in August, September and November at the same venue
GT CUP 2026 CALENDAR
ACTIVITY DETAILS
VENUE
DATES
Registrations
Online
May 8-31, 2026
Zonal Selections + Track School
Guwahati
May 16-17, 2026
Delhi NCR
May 23-24, 2026
Pune
May 30-31, 2026
Bangalore
May 6 – June 7, 2026
Final Rider Selection
Kari Motor Speedway, Coimbatore
June 18-21, 2026
GT Cup Round 1
Aug 22-24, 2026
GT Cup Round 2
Sep 26-28, 2026
GT Cup Round 3
Nov 13-15, 2026
Royal Enfield started the Continental GT Cup in 2021 with the aim of making track racing more inclusive and approachable. Over the years, it has created a platform for both new and experienced riders to test their skills in a competitive environment. The championship continues to be supported by the Royal Enfield Track School, which offers structured training to help riders prepare for the demands of the racetrack. The Continental GT Cup is part of Royal Enfield’s wider global motorsports program, which includes initiatives such as Build. Train. Race. in the USA, flat track racing in the UK and USA, and slide schools across multiple countries.
For more details on eligibility, selection process and race calendar, visit: https://www.royalenfield.com/in/en/gtcup/
