RFC India Challenge 2025

Rainforest Challenge India (RFC India) is part of the RFC Global Series events held in multiple countries across the globe. Since its launch in 2014, it has evolved into India’s toughest, longest, biggest, and most prestigious off-road driving motorsport competitions. Its participants include the most evolved off-roaders from all parts of India who compete in specially prepared 4-wheel drive vehicles over a week to conquer multiple offroad obstacles or challenges called ‘Special Stages’.RFC India is held annually in Goa’s monsoon-drenched hinterland where treacherous inclines, dense jungles, and deep mud present the ultimate battlefield to competitors. With encouragement from the Government of Goa, and the local administration, it has become a calendar event for tourism in Goa, drawing thrilling local participation, passionate crowds, and national competitors.Despite its extreme terrain, Goa’s seamless connectivity and abundant hospitality make it the perfect blend of challenge and convenience for teams, crews, and spectators alike.

EVENT SCHEDULE

RFC India 2025 will be held from July 28 to August 3, 2025, as per the following schedule:

Note: The event schedule from 29 July August 2 is subject to changes and prevailing weather conditions. Come fully prepared in mind, body & machine. This is not for the faint-hearted. To be at the starting line, you are a winner and to complete the event, you are extra-ordinary!

Date Day 4×4 Extreme 4×4 Modified 4×4 Stock
17 March Monday Entries Open
28 July Monday Scrutiny
Drivers Briefing
29 July Tuesday SS 1-4 Scrutiny
Drivers Briefing
30 July Wednesday SS 5-9 SS 1-4 Scrutiny
Drivers Briefing
31 July Thursday SS 10-14 SS 5-8 SS 1-4
1 Aug Friday SS 15-19 SS 9-13 SS 5-8
2 Aug Saturday SS 20-24 SS 14-18 SS 9-12
3 Aug Sunday SS 25-26 SS 19-20 SS 13-14
Prize Distribution
Closing Night

PARTICIPATION

Having been an exclusive domain for extreme off-roaders over its first decade, RFC India has evolved and introduced newer categories this year. This is aimed at encouraging participation, skill-building and advancement while ensuring the best always set and uphold the benchmark.

Competition Categories:

4×4 Extreme – For hardcore off-road troopers, tackling the most brutal terrain.

4×4 Modified – For those looking to push their vehicle and skills to the next level.

4×4 Stock – For those entering the world of extreme off-roading, taking on challenges in stock/near-stock vehicles.

Please refer to the Rules & Regulations for details of the eligibility criteria and vehicle requirements.

Not Competing? You Can Still Be Part of the Action!

Experience RFC India from behind the scenes by registering as a Touring Adventurer. Witness the thrill of the competition, get involved in the ‘behind the scenes’, explore the terrain with the convoy, and immerse yourself in the world of extreme off-roading throughout the event.

REGISTRATION

The Entry Fee for registration is as follows:

4X4 EXTREME 4×4 MODIFIED 4×4 STOCK TOURING ADVENTURER
(Crew of 2) (Crew of 2) (Crew of 2) (Per Participant)
90,000 65,000 40,000 15,000

Amounts in INR, subject to addition of GST@18%

Registrations for all categories can be done by submitting the registration forms with the applicable entry fee and are subject to Terms & Conditions. Registrations will be accepted on a first come first served basis till entries close.

Participants and enthusiasts can gear up with exclusive RFC India merchandise. The collection includes apparel and accessories, available at shop.cougarmotorsport.in

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Mail: info@cougarmotorsport.in

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