Launching of Kailash Manasarovar Yatra, 2026

​Kailash Manasarovar Yatra organised by the Ministry of External Affairs in coordination with the Government of the People's Republic of China is set to take place during June to August 2026. This year, 10 batches, each consisting of 50 Yatris, are scheduled to travel through Uttarakhand State crossing over at Lipulekh Pass and another 10 batches, each consisting of 50 Yatris, through Sikkim State crossing over at Nathu La Pass. The website kmy.gov.in has been opened for acceptance of applications. The Yatris will be selected from among applicants through a fair, computer-generated, random and gender-balanced selection process.

​2. The entire process for KMY commencing from on-line application till selection of Yatris is a fully computerized process. Interested applicants may login by registering on the site and submit their applications online. Applicants do not need to send letters or fax to seek information. The feedback options on the website can be used for obtaining information, registering observations or making suggestions for improvement of the yatra.

3. Applicants can either select both routes indicating priority or select only one route. Last date for registration is 19 May 2026.

New Delhi
April 30, 2026