Is the APFT still used?

The APFT was officially replaced by the ACFT (Army Combat Fitness Test). However, it remains relevant for historical records, some Reserve/Guard units, and as a reference for personal fitness assessment.

What is the minimum passing score?

You must score at least 60 points in each of the three events. The minimum total to pass is 180/300 (if you score exactly 60 in each).

What is the Extended Scale?

Scoring above 100 points per event ("Extended Scale") was possible for exceptional performers. A total 270+ (90 avg per event) was considered outstanding and could earn maximum promotion points.

How did APFT affect promotions?

APFT scores contributed up to 150 promotion points for E5/E6 promotion boards. Higher scores (270+) earned maximum points, giving a significant competitive advantage.

How often was the APFT administered?

The APFT was administered at least twice per year (every 6 months). Commanders could administer it more frequently. A failure required flag and retest within 90 days.

What were the consequences of failing?

Failure triggered an APFT flag barring promotion, school attendance, and favorable actions. Multiple failures could lead to involuntary separation under AR 635-200.

APFT (Army Physical Fitness Test) Score Calculator

Calculate your APFT score with push-ups, sit-ups, and 2-mile run. Age and gender-adjusted scoring with minimum standards, promotion points, and fitness category.

Note: The APFT was the official Army fitness test until October 2020. It has been replaced by the ACFT (Army Combat Fitness Test). This calculator is for reference, historical records, and Reserve/Guard units still transitioning.

Age

years

Sex

Push-Ups (2 min)

reps

Sit-Ups (2 min)

reps

2-Mile Run (minutes)

min

Run (seconds)

sec

APFT Score • Age Group 22-26 • Male

199 / 300

Fail

✗ FAIL (must score ≥60 in each event)

Push-Ups (2 min)

70/100

Raw: 50. ✓ Passed (≥60)

Sit-Ups (2 min)

73/100

Raw: 60. ✓ Passed (≥60)

2-Mile Run

56/100

Raw: 14:00. ✗ Failed (<60) — must retake

Total Score

199/300

Each event: max 100 pts. Min 60 per event to pass.

Promotion Points

Estimated promotion points for E5/E6 boards (max 150)

Score Breakdown

Push-Ups (2 min)70/100

Sit-Ups (2 min)73/100

2-Mile Run56/100

APFT Minimum Standards (60 pts per event)

Age Group	Push-Ups (M)	Sit-Ups (M)	2-Mi Run (M)	Push-Ups (F)	Sit-Ups (F)	2-Mi Run (F)
17-21	42	53	15:54	19	53	18:54
22-26	40	50	16:36	17	50	19:36
27-31	39	45	17:00	17	45	20:30
32-36	36	42	17:42	15	42	21:42
37-41	34	38	18:18	13	38	22:42
42-46	30	32	18:48	12	32	23:42
47-51	25	30	19:30	10	30	24:00
52-56	20	28	19:48	10	28	24:24

Planning notes, formulas, and examples

About the APFT (Army Physical Fitness Test) Score Calculator

The APFT (Army Physical Fitness Test) Score Calculator computes your composite score from push-ups, sit-ups, and the 2-mile run, with age- and gender-adjusted scoring tables based on Army FM 7-22 standards. Though replaced by the ACFT, the APFT remains relevant for historical records and reference.

The APFT was the US Army's standard fitness assessment for over 40 years, measuring upper-body endurance (push-ups), core strength (sit-ups), and cardiovascular fitness (2-mile run). Each event is scored from 0-100 points (300 maximum) using age-group-specific tables, with a minimum score of 60 points per event required to pass. The scoring adjusts for 8 age groups (17-21 through 52-56) and both sexes.

It shows instant scoring, pass/fail determination, estimated promotion points for enlisted boards, and fitness category classification. It includes minimum standard tables for all age groups, visual score breakdowns, and comparison against excellence benchmarks. Use it for historical assessment comparisons, understanding your baseline fitness, or preparing for similar fitness tests.

When This Page Helps

Even though the APFT is no longer the official test, its three-event format remains a useful personal fitness benchmark. This calculator lets you track progress against the Army's historical scoring standards and see which event is holding your total score back.

How to Use the Inputs

Enter your age and select your sex.
Enter the number of push-ups completed in 2 minutes.
Enter the number of sit-ups completed in 2 minutes.
Enter your 2-mile run time in minutes and seconds.
Review your per-event scores, total score, and pass/fail status.
Use presets to see example scenarios for your age/sex group.

Formula used

APFT Total = Push-Up Score (0-100) + Sit-Up Score (0-100) + 2-Mile Run Score (0-100)
Each event scored per FM 7-22 age/sex tables
Pass: ≥60 points per event AND all 3 events attempted
Extended Scale: 270+ total (≥90 average per event)

Example Calculation

Result: Push-ups: 70/100, Sit-ups: 73/100, Run: 86/100. Total: 229/300. Above Average — PASS.

A 25-year-old male with 50 push-ups, 60 sit-ups, and a 14:00 run scores 229/300. All three events exceed the 60-point minimum, so the test is passed with an Above Average rating.

Tips & Best Practices

The 2-mile run has the biggest impact on total score — a 1-minute improvement can mean 15-20 points.
Practice proper push-up form (arms fully extended at top, chest to ground) to avoid reps not being counted.
Sit-ups must have shoulder blades touch the ground and elbows touch knees — partial reps do not count.
Train specifically for 2-minute endurance — push-up and sit-up races are about muscular endurance, not just strength.
For the run, negative splits (second mile faster than first) typically produce best times.

History of the APFT

The APFT was adopted in 1980, replacing the earlier 5-event test. Its three-event format (push-ups, sit-ups, 2-mile run) was chosen for simplicity, minimal equipment requirements, and the ability to test large groups quickly. Over four decades, the APFT shaped Army fitness culture and became the most recognized military fitness test worldwide.

APFT vs ACFT Comparison

The ACFT replaced the APFT to better assess combat readiness with 6 events: 3-Rep Max Deadlift, Standing Power Throw, Hand-Release Push-Ups, Sprint-Drag-Carry, Leg Tuck/Plank, and 2-Mile Run. The ACFT tests a broader range of physical capabilities but requires more equipment and time. Some soldiers prefer the simplicity of the APFT for personal fitness tracking.

Training Programs for APFT Success

The most effective APFT training combines endurance running (3-4 days/week), push-up and sit-up specific training (daily submaximal sets), and interval training. The Army Physical Readiness Training (PRT) program provides a structured approach with preparation, activities, and recovery phases. For the run, combining long slow distance (LSD) runs with speed intervals at 400m and 800m distances produces optimal results.

Sources & Methodology

Last updated: March 28, 2026

Methodology

This page reconstructs the legacy APFT scoring model by assigning event points from the old Army age- and sex-adjusted push-up, sit-up, and 2-mile run tables, then summing the three event scores into the traditional 300-point total. It is intentionally presented as a historical reference and personal benchmark worksheet rather than a live Army requirement.

The APFT was replaced by the ACFT, so the calculator should not be treated as the current Army fitness standard. Use it to interpret older scorecards, compare historic training records, or benchmark the older three-event format.

Sources

Army Combat Fitness Test (U.S. Army) — Current Army fitness program reference confirming the APFT is no longer the official test.
FM 7-22 Army Physical Readiness Training (U.S. Army Publishing Directorate) — Legacy APFT scoring tables and training guidance reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

The APFT was officially replaced by the ACFT (Army Combat Fitness Test). However, it remains relevant for historical records, some Reserve/Guard units, and as a reference for personal fitness assessment.