⚠️ Estimates only. Official scores come from your command's PRIMS record. Verify with Guide-5A.
📌 Quick Answer: The Navy PRT scores three events — push-ups, forearm plank, and one cardio event (run, row, or swim) — each on a 0-100 scale based on your age and sex. Your composite is the average of the three scores. You must score at least 45 points (Probationary) on every single event to pass. A high average cannot save a failed event [citation:9][citation:15].
📋 Key Takeaways — Navy PRT at a Glance
Three events: push-ups (2 min), forearm plank (timed), cardio (run/row/swim)
Each event scored 0-100 against age/sex standards from Guide-5A
Composite = average of three event scores
45 points minimum per event is the hard floor — one failure = overall failure [citation:9][citation:15]
Categories: Outstanding (90+), Excellent (75-89), Good (60-74), Satisfactory (45-59) [citation:9]
Forearm plank replaced curl-ups in 2020
Tested twice per year: Cycle 1 (Jan-Jun), Cycle 2 (Jul-Dec)
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📊 PRT Scoring: Each event scored 0-100 | Composite = average | Minimum 45 per event to pass | Categories: Outstanding 90+, Excellent 75+, Good 60+, Satisfactory 45+ [citation:9]
💡 Training Tip: A single event failure fails the entire PRT. Identify your weakest event early and prioritize it in training.
📊 2026 Navy PRT Minimum Passing Standards (Probationary, 45 points)
Age
Push-Ups (M)
Plank (M)
Run (M)
Push-Ups (F)
Plank (F)
Run (F)
17-19
42
1:11
12:45
19
1:01
15:00
20-24
37
1:10
13:30
16
1:00
15:30
25-29
34
1:09
14:00
13
0:59
16:08
30-34
31
1:07
14:30
11
0:58
16:45
35-39
27
1:06
15:00
9
0:56
17:00
40-44
24
1:05
15:30
7
0:55
17:15
45-49
21
1:03
16:08
5
0:54
17:23
50-54
19
1:02
16:45
2
0:53
17:30
Source: Navy Guide-5A, Table 4-1 (altitudes below 5,000 ft) [citation:11][citation:15]
⚠️ "High push and plank scores couldn't save my run. Failed the whole PRT."
What is a Navy PRT Calculator and How Does It Work?
A Navy PRT calculator estimates your Physical Readiness Test score based on your performance in three events: push-ups, forearm plank, and one cardio event. Our Navy PRT calculator 2026 uses the official Guide-5A scoring tables to convert your raw performance into points, average them into a composite score, and determine your category [citation:5][citation:9]. The calculator also enforces the critical per-event failure rule — if any single event scores below 45, the entire PRT is a failure, regardless of your average [citation:9][citation:15].
How does the Navy PRT score calculator work? Select your sex, enter your age, push-up count, plank time (MM:SS), cardio type (run, row, or swim), and cardio time. The calculator instantly shows your push-up points, plank points, cardio points, composite score, category (Outstanding, Excellent, Good, Satisfactory), and pass/fail status.
Navy PRT Scoring System (2026 Guide-5A)
Each event is scored on a 0-100 scale using age- and sex-specific tables. The composite score is the simple average of the three event scores [citation:3][citation:6]. Guide-5A publishes 12 performance levels per event, from Outstanding High (100 points) down to Probationary (45 points) [citation:5][citation:9].
Composite Categories: Outstanding (90-100), Excellent (75-89), Good (60-74), Satisfactory (45-59), and Failure (below 45) [citation:9].
The Per-Event Rule: You must score at least 45 points (Probationary) on every single event. A composite of 80 with a 40 on one event is still a failure. This is the most common reason Sailors fail the PRT despite strong overall fitness [citation:9][citation:15].
Navy PRT Events in 2026
Push-Ups (2 minutes): Maximum correct repetitions in two minutes. Chest touches ground, full arm extension. Rest only in the up position [citation:9].
Forearm Plank (timed hold): Replaced curl-ups in 2020. Hold a forearm plank with your body in a straight line for as long as possible. Longer holds earn more points. This is the event Sailors most often under-train [citation:15].
Cardio Event: The standard is the 1.5-mile run. Approved alternates include the 2,000-meter row, 500-yard swim, and 450-meter swim. The stationary bike is also authorized with machine-specific scoring. Alternate authorization depends on your command and medical waivers [citation:9][citation:14].
What Happens If You Fail the Navy PRT?
A PRT failure results in enrollment in the Fitness Enhancement Program (FEP). Under the 2026 Physical Readiness Program update, PFA failures prior to January 1, 2026 were reset to zero for career continuation purposes, giving Sailors a clean baseline [citation:9]. The PRT is part of the larger Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA), which also includes the Body Composition Assessment (BCA) — failing either results in an overall "F" [citation:7].
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Navy PRT scored?
The Navy PRT scores three events: push-ups (2 minutes), forearm plank (timed hold), and one cardio event (1.5-mile run, 2,000m row, 500-yard swim, or 450m swim). Each event is scored 0-100 against age- and sex-specific standards from Guide-5A. Your overall score is the average of the three event scores [citation:3][citation:9].
What is a passing Navy PRT score?
You must score at least 45 points (Probationary) on every single event. A high average does not save you if one event falls below 45 — that is an automatic PRT failure regardless of your other scores. The minimum passing composite average is 45 [citation:9][citation:15].
What are the Navy PRT categories?
Composite categories: Outstanding (90-100), Excellent (75-89), Good (60-74), Satisfactory (45-59), and Failure (below 45). Each category is split into High, Medium, and Low sub-tiers based on the exact score [citation:9].
What is the forearm plank standard for the Navy PRT?
The forearm plank replaced curl-ups in 2020. You hold a forearm plank with your body in a straight line for as long as possible. The minimum passing time (Probationary, 45 points) for males age 20-24 is 1:10; for females age 20-24 it is 1:00. Standards ease with age [citation:11][citation:15].
Does the Navy PRT have alternate cardio options?
Yes. The 1.5-mile run is standard, but approved alternates include the 2,000-meter row, 500-yard swim, 450-meter swim, and stationary bike (scored by machine type and calories). Alternate authorization depends on your command and medical waivers [citation:9][citation:14].
How often is the Navy PRT conducted?
Active-duty and full-time support Sailors are tested twice per year: Cycle 1 (January-June) and Cycle 2 (July-December). The PRT is part of the larger Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA), which also includes the Body Composition Assessment (BCA) [citation:9][citation:11].
What happens if I fail the Navy PRT?
A PRT failure results in enrollment in the Fitness Enhancement Program (FEP). Under the 2026 update, PFA failures prior to January 1, 2026 were reset to zero for career continuation purposes, giving Sailors a clean baseline [citation:9].
💡 Expert Tips for Navy PRT Success
Tip #1: Train your weakest event first. A single event below 45 fails the entire PRT, no matter how strong your other scores are [citation:9][citation:15].
Tip #2: The forearm plank is the most under-trained event. It replaced curl-ups, and old muscle memory doesn't transfer. Practice holding a plank to failure regularly [citation:15].
Tip #3: Don't ignore the run. It's the most common event where otherwise-fit Sailors fall below 45. Alternate cardio (row, swim) requires command authorization — don't assume it's available [citation:14].
Tip #4: Verify your age bracket. Standards ease with age, so make sure you're training for the correct table. An honest age matters as much as honest event numbers [citation:3].
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🛡️ CDCalculators proprietary Navy PRT calculator 2026 — data sources: Navy Guide-5A (December 2025), OPNAVINST 6110.1L, MyNavyHR. Last updated October 22, 2026. Disclaimer: Unofficial estimate. Official scores come from your command's PRIMS record. Always verify with your command fitness leader.