Sale of Tickets for Republic Day Parade 2026 and Beating Retreat Events to Begin from January 5
The sale of tickets for the Republic Day Parade 2026, Full Dress Rehearsal of Beating Retreat, and the Beating Retreat Ceremony will commence from January 5, 2026, according to an official announcement issued by Press Information Bureau (PIB), Delhi.
The events are among the most prestigious ceremonies of India’s national calendar and attract thousands of spectators every year.
Key Republic Day Events in 2026
The ticket sale covers the following three major national events:
- Republic Day Parade
📅 January 26, 2026 - Full Dress Rehearsal of Beating Retreat
📅 January 28, 2026 - Beating Retreat Ceremony
📅 January 29, 2026
Ticket Prices and Sale Schedule
| Event | Ticket Denomination | Sale Period |
|---|---|---|
| Republic Day Parade (26 Jan) | ₹100 / ₹20 | Jan 5–14, from 9:00 AM onwards (subject to daily quota) |
| Full Dress Rehearsal of Beating Retreat (28 Jan) | ₹20 | Jan 5–14 |
| Beating Retreat (29 Jan) | ₹100 | Jan 5–14 |
Tickets will be available until the daily quota is exhausted.
How and Where to Buy Tickets
Online Mode
Tickets can be purchased directly through the official Aamantran portal of the Ministry of Defence:
www.aamantran.mod.gov.in
Offline Mode (Physical Counters)
Tickets can also be purchased from designated counters in Delhi by producing an original valid photo ID such as:
- Aadhaar Card
- Voter ID
- Driving Licence
- PAN Card
- Passport
- Central/State Government-issued ID
👉 The same photo ID must be carried while attending all three events.
Ticket Counter Locations and Timings
| Location | Dates | Timings |
|---|---|---|
| Sena Bhawan (Near Gate No. 5, inside boundary wall) | Jan 5–14 | 10 AM–1 PM & 2 PM–5 PM |
| Shastri Bhawan (Near Gate No. 3) | Jan 5–14 | 10 AM–1 PM & 2 PM–5 PM |
| Jantar Mantar (Main Gate) | Jan 5–14 | 10 AM–1 PM & 2 PM–5 PM |
| Parliament House (Reception) | Jan 5–14 | 10 AM–1 PM & 2 PM–5 PM |
| Rajiv Chowk Metro Station (D Block, near Gate No. 3 & 4) | Jan 5–14 | 10 AM–1 PM & 2 PM–5 PM |
| Kashmere Gate Metro Station (Concourse level, near Gate No. 8) | Jan 5–14 | 10 AM–1 PM & 2 PM–5 PM |
About Republic Day and Beating Retreat
The Republic Day Parade showcases India’s military strength, cultural diversity, and constitutional heritage, while the Beating Retreat Ceremony, held at Vijay Chowk, marks the formal conclusion of Republic Day celebrations with soulful military band performances and patriotic compositions.
Official Information Portal
For the latest updates, schedules, and guidelines related to Republic Day Celebrations 2026, citizens are advised to visit the official Rashtraparv portal:
👉 https://rashtraparv.mod.gov.in/
With ticket sales beginning on January 5, citizens are encouraged to book early to witness these iconic national ceremonies celebrating India’s unity, pride, and democratic spirit.
