ARMY DIR 2025-06 — Army Fitness Test
ARMY DIR 2025-06 governs the Army Fitness Test, its standards, testing requirements, policy applications, and implementation dates.
- Publication number: ARMY DIR 2025-06
- Title: ARMY FITNESS TEST
- Date: 04/17/2025
- Proponent: G-3/5/7
- Status: ACTIVE
View ARMY DIR 2025-06 on armypubs.army.mil
The publication establishes AFT events and combat and general standards, including requirements for record testing, profiles, training, promotions, and reclassification. It sets different testing schedules for active-duty and Reserve Component Soldiers and establishes implementation responsibilities and duration.
Applies to: This directive applies to the Regular Army as well as the Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States and U.S. Army Reserve (collectively, the Reserve components).
Topics covered
- Army Fitness Test events
- Combat fitness standards
- General fitness standards
- Record fitness testing
- Permanent profiles
- Initial Entry Training
- Professional Military Education
- Semi-centralized promotions
Questions and answers
What events does the Army Fitness Test include?
The AFT comprises five events: max dead lift, hand-release push-up, sprint/drag/carry, plank, and 2-mile run. (paragraph 4)
When does the Army Fitness Test replace the Army Combat Fitness Test?
The AFT replaces the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) on 1 June 2025. (paragraph 4)
What score must Soldiers in combat specialties achieve on the AFT combat standard?
Soldiers serving in combat specialties must achieve a minimum of 60 points per event and an overall minimum score of 350. (paragraph 4)
How often must active-duty Soldiers pass record AFTs?
Pass two record AFTs per calendar year, with no less than 4 months between passing record tests.
How often must Reserve Component Soldiers pass the AFT for record?
Pass the AFT once per calendar year for record, with no less than 8 months between passing record tests.