Opportunity to witness the Republic Day full dress rehearsal on Kartavya Path; free passes available on January 15-16

The full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day parade will be held on January 23rd on Kartavya Path. This rehearsal will include contingents from the Army, Navy, and Air Force, as well as tableaux and cultural performances, just like the actual parade.

Before the Republic Day parade in 2026, citizens will be allowed to witness its full dress rehearsal on Kartavya Path, a grand national tradition. According to information released by the Ministry of Defence, free passes will be made available online for a limited period.

When and where will the full dress rehearsal take place?

The full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day 2026 parade will be held on January 23, 2026, on Kartavya Path in New Delhi. This rehearsal will include contingents from the Army, Navy, and Air Force, as well as tableaux and cultural performances, just like the actual parade.

Passes are completely free, available in limited numbers

There will be no charge for watching the full dress rehearsal. The passes are priced at zero rupees. However, the number of passes will be limited, and booking will close once the daily quota is reached.

Pass booking date and time

Passes for the rehearsal will be available from January 15th to January 16th, 2026. The booking process will begin at 9 AM on both days and will continue until the daily quota is exhausted.

The entire process will be online

The Ministry of Defence has clarified that passes can only be obtained digitally. Interested individuals can register directly through the official invitation website www.aamantran.mod.gov.in.

Booking can also be done through the mobile app

The 'Aamantran' mobile app is also available for pass booking. This app is available on the Gov.in app store for Android users and on the App Store for iOS users. Registration and pass download can be completed in just a few minutes through the app. All the information you need can be found here.

All official information related to the Republic Day celebrations in 2026 is available on the Ministry of Defence website: https://rashtraparv.mod.gov.in/. Updates regarding the parade, rehearsals, tickets, passes, and other events will be posted there regularly. The opportunity to witness the parade up close during the full dress rehearsal is a major attraction, especially for students, young people, and families. Every year, a large number of people participate in and enjoy this event.