India at Asian Games 2026: Full Medal List — 21 Gold, 27 Silver, 37 Bronze
India finished the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya with 85 medals — 21 gold, 27 silver, and 37 bronze. Athletics was India's biggest contributor with 24 medals, followed by shooting with 15. Kumkum Mohod and Neeru Dhanda were India's most successful individual athletes with three medals each.
India's Final Medal Count at Asian Games 2026
India's campaign at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya concluded with a total of 85 medals — 21 gold, 27 silver, and 37 bronze. The contingent delivered strong performances across archery, athletics, shooting, boxing, wrestling, hockey, cricket, kabaddi, and several other disciplines.
India's first medal came in shooting, where Elavenil Valarivan, Sonam Maskar, and Vidarsa Vinod won silver in the women's 10m air rifle team event. Elavenil also became the first Indian athlete to win an individual medal at the 20th Asiad, taking silver in the women's 10m air rifle.
Sport-wise Medal Table: India at Asian Games 2026
Here is the complete sport-wise breakdown of India's medals at the 2026 Asian Games:
| Sport | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archery | 5 | 2 | 2 | 9 |
| Athletics | 1 | 9 | 14 | 24 |
| Badminton | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Boxing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| Cricket | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Hockey | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Kabaddi | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Kurash | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Mixed Martial Arts | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Rowing | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Sailing | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Sepaktakraw | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Shooting | 3 | 8 | 4 | 15 |
| Soft Tennis | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Squash | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| Table Tennis | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Weightlifting | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Wrestling | 2 | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| Wushu | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 21 | 27 | 37 | 85 |
India's Most Successful Athletes at Asian Games 2026
As many as 28 members of the Indian contingent won more than one medal. Kumkum Mohod (Archery) and Neeru Dhanda (Shooting) topped the list with three medals each — two gold and one silver apiece.
| Name | Event | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kumkum Mohod | Archery | 2 | 1 | – | 3 |
| Neeru Dhanda | Shooting | 2 | 1 | – | 3 |
| Chikitha Taniparthi | Archery | 2 | – | – | 2 |
| Sahil Jadhav | Archery | 2 | – | – | 2 |
| Vithya Ramraj | Athletics | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Poovamma Machettira | Athletics | 1 | 1 | – | 2 |
| Kiran Pahal | Athletics | 1 | 1 | – | 2 |
| Pranavi Urs | Golf | 1 | 1 | – | 2 |
| Prachi Choudhary | Athletics | 1 | – | 1 | 2 |
| T. G. Mani Ratnam | Archery | 1 | – | 1 | 2 |
| Rudrankksh Patil | Shooting | – | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Gulveer Singh | Athletics | – | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Elavenil Valarivan | Shooting | – | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Himanshu Dhillon | Shooting | – | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Vidarsa Vinod | Shooting | – | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Dhiraj Bommadevara | Archery | – | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Anahat Singh | Squash | – | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Abhay Singh | Squash | – | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Manu T. S. | Athletics | – | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Jay Kumar | Athletics | – | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Neeraj Chauhan | Athletics | – | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Vishal T. K. | Archery | – | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Anantjeet Singh Naruka | Shooting | – | – | 2 | 2 |
| Parinaaz Dhaliwal | Shooting | – | – | 2 | 2 |
| Parul Chaudhary | Athletics | – | – | 2 | 2 |
| Harita Bhadra | Athletics | – | – | 2 | 2 |
| Joshna Chinappa | Squash | – | – | 2 | 2 |
| Velavan Senthilkumar | Squash | – | – | 2 | 2 |
Key Highlights and Team Golds for India
India's campaign was powered by standout performances across multiple sports. Beyond individual brilliance, India won team gold medals in several high-profile events.
Team Gold Medals
- Men's Hockey — Gold, with a dominant 5–1 win over Malaysia in the final. India also qualified for the LA 2028 Olympics.
- Women's Hockey — Gold.
- Kabaddi (Men and Women) — Gold in both categories.
- Cricket (Men and Women) — Gold in both events, including a 19-run win over Pakistan in the final.
Record-Breaking Performances
- Vithya Ramraj broke the national record in the 400m hurdles on her way to bronze.
- India's women's 4x400m relay team (Kiran, Poovamma Machettira, Prachi, and Vithya Ramraj) clocked 3:29.69 to win gold.
- Archery delivered nine medals, including five golds — India's best archery performance at the Asian Games.
Disappointments at the 2026 Asian Games
Despite the strong overall performance, India faced setbacks in some sports. Shuttlers returned empty-handed from badminton, and tennis stars also failed to secure medals. These results highlighted areas where India will need to improve ahead of the next Asian Games cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was India's total medal count at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya?
India ended the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya with 85 medals — 21 gold, 27 silver, and 37 bronze.
Which sport contributed the highest number of medals for India at the 2026 Asian Games?
Athletics was India's most successful discipline, contributing 24 medals. Shooting followed with 15 medals.
Who were India's most successful individual performers at the 2026 Asian Games?
Kumkum Mohod (Archery) and Neeru Dhanda (Shooting) were India's standout individual athletes, winning three medals each — two gold and one silver apiece.
How many gold medals did India win in archery at Asian Games 2026?
India won five gold medals in archery, along with two silver and two bronze, totaling nine medals.
Did India qualify for the 2028 LA Olympics at the Asian Games 2026?
Yes. India's men's hockey team qualified for the LA 2028 Olympics by winning the gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games.
How did India perform in cricket at Asian Games 2026?
India won gold in both men's and women's cricket events. The men's team beat Pakistan by 19 runs in the final.
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