TVS Racing has successfully concluded the nationwide Training and Selection Program for the TVS India One Make Championship (OMC) 2026, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to developing India’s next generation of motorsport talent. Conducted across four cities, the program witnessed participation from more than 120 riders across Women, Media, Rookie, Electric and TVS Apache RR310 Expert categories. The final round of selections took place at the Madras International Circuit (MIC), Chennai, between May 15 and May 17, 2026.
Backed by over four decades of motorsport heritage, TVS Racing continues to play a pioneering role in building a structured and inclusive racing ecosystem in India. The TVS India One Make Championship has evolved into one of the country’s most respected rider development platforms, providing aspiring racers with professional track exposure, technical training and mentorship under experienced racing professionals.
The 2026 edition assumes additional significance as the TVS Apache brand marks 20 years of racing-inspired engineering. Built on the company’s “Track to Road” philosophy, the championship reflects how racing learnings continue to influence motorcycle performance, rider training and advanced engineering across TVS Motor Company’s product portfolio.
Participants underwent an intensive and structured evaluation process conducted by TVS Racing experts. The program focused on critical racing skills including riding technique, braking precision, racing lines, consistency, track awareness and race discipline, while maintaining a strong emphasis on rider safety and professional standards.
Commenting on the successful completion of the program, Vimal Sumbly, Head Business – Premium, TVS Motor Company, said the TVS India One Make Championship has consistently focused on building racers through a professional and progressive development framework. He added that the platform supports riders at every stage of their journey, from first-time racers to professionals competing at national and international levels.
He further noted that the 2026 Training and Selection Program highlights TVS Racing’s ongoing efforts to make motorsport more accessible and inclusive across categories. Through structured mentorship, racecraft development and competitive track exposure, the initiative continues to create opportunities for aspiring riders to transition into higher levels of professional racing.
Since its inception in 1994, the TVS India One Make Championship has trained and mentored more than 4,000 racers, making it one of the most successful rider development programs in the country. Over the years, the platform has contributed significantly to strengthening grassroots motorsport culture while encouraging broader participation from women racers, young riders and emerging talent from across India.
Founded in 1982, TVS Racing remains India’s first factory racing team and has achieved notable success across road racing, rallying and supercross formats. The company’s continued dominance at the Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship further reflects its leadership in talent development and motorsport excellence.
