How to Book Tickets for Republic Day Parade 2026 (Online & Offline Guide)
If you want to witness India’s most prestigious national celebration in person, here is a complete and SEO-optimized guide on how to book tickets for Republic Day Parade 2026, along with Beating Retreat events.
This information has been officially released by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Delhi.
Republic Day 2026 Events for Which Tickets Are Available
Tickets are issued for the following three official events:
- Republic Day Parade
📅 26 January 2026 - Full Dress Rehearsal of Beating Retreat
📅 28 January 2026 - Beating Retreat Ceremony
📅 29 January 2026
When Does Republic Day Ticket Booking Start?
- Ticket sale starts: 5 January 2026
- Last date: 14 January 2026
- Time: From 9:00 AM onwards (till daily quota is exhausted)
👉 Early booking is recommended as tickets sell out quickly every day.
Republic Day Parade 2026 Ticket Prices
| Event | Ticket Price |
|---|---|
| Republic Day Parade (26 Jan) | ₹100 / ₹20 |
| Full Dress Rehearsal (28 Jan) | ₹20 |
| Beating Retreat (29 Jan) | ₹100 |
How to Book Republic Day Parade Tickets Online
You can book tickets online through the official Ministry of Defence portal:
➡ Aamantran Website:
www.aamantran.mod.gov.in
Steps to Book Online:
- Visit the Aamantran website
- Select the event (Republic Day / Beating Retreat)
- Choose date and ticket category
- Enter personal details
- Make online payment
- Download or save the confirmation
How to Buy Republic Day Tickets Offline (Ticket Counters)
Tickets can also be purchased from offline government counters in Delhi by showing an original photo ID.
Accepted Photo ID Proofs
- Aadhaar Card
- Voter ID
- Driving Licence
- PAN Card
- Passport
- Central / State Government ID
⚠️ Important:
The same photo ID must be carried on the event day for entry.
Republic Day Ticket Counter Locations in Delhi
Tickets are sold from 5–14 January 2026 at the following places:
- Sena Bhawan (Near Gate No. 5)
- Shastri Bhawan (Near Gate No. 3)
- Jantar Mantar (Main Gate)
- Parliament House (Reception)
- Rajiv Chowk Metro Station (Gate No. 3 & 4, D Block)
- Kashmere Gate Metro Station (Concourse level, Gate No. 8)
Counter Timings
- Morning: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Afternoon: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Where Is the Republic Day Parade Held?
The Republic Day Parade takes place at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, while the Beating Retreat Ceremony is held at Vijay Chowk, marking the formal conclusion of Republic Day celebrations.
Official Website for Republic Day 2026 Updates
For official schedules, advisories, and visitor guidelines, visit:
👉 https://rashtraparv.mod.gov.in/
