PFT Minimum Passing Score
The minimum requirements you must meet to pass the Marine Corps PFT.
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Scoring standard: MCO 6100.13 (current version) · Data verified: November 2026.
Always verify your specific requirements through official Marine Corps publications.
See Disclaimer.
The Two-Part Passing Rule
To pass the USMC PFT, a Marine must satisfy both of the following conditions:
Rule 1 — Minimum Total Score
Total composite score must be 150 points or higher (3rd Class or better).
Rule 2 — Minimum Per-Event Score
Each individual event must score at least 40 points. A zero on any event means failure, even if the total is above 150.
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A Marine who excels in two events but fails one event entirely does not pass the PFT,
regardless of total score.
Minimum Pull-ups to Pass (40 pts)
| Age Group | Male Min Reps | Female Min Reps |
|---|---|---|
| 17–20 | 4 pull-ups | 1 pull-up |
| 21–25 | 5 pull-ups | 3 pull-ups |
| 26–30 | 5 pull-ups | 4 pull-ups |
| 31–35 | 5 pull-ups | 3 pull-ups |
| 36–40 | 5 pull-ups | 3 pull-ups |
| 41–45 | 5 pull-ups | 2 pull-ups |
| 46–50 | 4 pull-ups | 2 pull-ups |
| 51+ | 3 pull-ups | 2 pull-ups |
Minimum Plank Time to Pass
1:10
1 minute 10 seconds — same for all ages and sexes
Holding for 1:10 earns exactly 40 points (minimum passing). Maximum score of 100 points requires holding for 3:45.
Maximum 3-Mile Run Time to Pass (40 pts)
Must finish at or faster than this time| Age Group | Male Max Time | Female Max Time |
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| 17–20 | 27:40 | 30:50 |
| 21–25 | 27:40 | 30:50 |
| 26–30 | 28:00 | 31:10 |
| 31–35 | 28:00 | 31:10 |
| 36–40 | 28:40 | 31:50 |
| 41–45 | 29:20 | 32:30 |
| 46–50 | 30:00 | 33:30 |
| 51+ | 33:00 | 36:00 |
Times confirmed from marines.mil. Finishing even 1 second over this time = event failed (0 pts).